2026 AGENDA
Prepare for three days of innovation, insights, and networking as we delve into the exciting world of air cargo. Join us for an immersive experience where industry leaders, experts, and professionals converge to explore the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of cargo transportation.
4:00 pm Registration Opens
5:30 pm Opening Cocktail Reception
Kick off the event by joining fellow attendees for our Opening Cocktail Reception, proudly sponsored by Avianca Cargo. Enjoy drinks and light bites in a relaxed setting designed to spark conversation, reconnect with industry colleagues, and set the tone for the days ahead. A perfect opportunity to network and unwind as we officially welcome everyone to the conference.
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8:00 am Registration Opens
9:15 am – 10:15 am Session 1: Outlook for the Latin American freighter market (Panel)
- Analyzing opportunities in emerging and existing markets with a finer understanding of pan-LatAm opportunities and challenges
- New entrants and the markets they are targeting
- Trade and tariff trends influencing LatAm air cargo growth
PANELISTS:
- Jaime Alvarez, Senior Director of Cargo, Copa Airlines
- Andres Bianchi, Chief Executive Officer, LATAM Cargo
- Diogo Elias, Chief Executive Officer, Avianca Cargo
- Mathilde de Rocquigny, Country Director Mexico, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo
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10:30 am – 11:00 am Session 2: Fireside Chat
A one-on-one discussion with Robert Van De Weg, CEO of mas, on the future of the LatAm market and freighter strategy.
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11:00 am – 11:30 am Coffee Break
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11:30 am – 12:20 pm Session 3: Exploring the divergent narrowbody freighter segment (Panel)
- 737 Classics vs. NGs – have we reached the tipping point?
- Overcoming engine and parts challenges
- Prospects for new narrowbody freighters
PANELISTS:
- Nuno Leal. Chief Marketing Officer, World Star Aviation
- Lee London, Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing, EFW
- Tadashi Mabee, BCF Product Marketing Director, Boeing
- Michael Mendez, Chief Executive Officer, 7Air
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12:20 pm Lunch & Spotlight Presentation by Diamond Sponsor Boeing
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1:45 pm – 2:30 pm Session 4: Cargo Facts Consulting update
Join the Cargo Facts Consulting team for a data-driven look at the state of the freighter market. This session explores global fleet evolution, aircraft developments, and operator strategies across regions, alongside forward-looking analysis on e-commerce growth, feedstock availability, and conversion program dynamics.
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Guillermo Ochovo, Director, Cargo Facts Consulting
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2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Session 5: Facilitating cross-border e-commerce in Latin America (Panel)
- Building networks between logistics companies and freight forwarders
- Tariffs, customs, nearshoring trends, and Latin America’s place in the global e-commerce market
- New policies and regulations to aid e-commerce growth in Latin America
PANELISTS:
- Oliver Ashton, VP Cargo – Latin America, Menzies Aviation
- Alejandra Callejas, International Cargo Operations Manager, Aeromexico Cargo
- Carlos Herrera, Managing Director, Awesome Cargo
- Gerry Murphy, Director of Global Fleet – Aviation Sourcing & Technical, Amazon Air
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3:30 pm – 4:00 pm Coffee Break
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm Session 6: Factors driving feedstock and freighter aircraft values in the region (Panel)
- What freighters are increasing in value in Latin America – and which are not?
- The state of feedstock availability as Boeing and Airbus increase new production deliveries
- Valuation trends in 2026 and predictions for 2027
PANELISTS:
- Grant Ehrick, VP of Marketing-Americas, Altavair
- Pooja Gardemal, Managing Director, BK Associates
- Mark Halsor, President, Aviation Asset Management
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5:00 pm Cocktail Reception
8:00 am Registration Opens
9:00 am – 9:15 am Opening Remarks
9:15 am – 10:15 am Session 7: Expanding widebody freighter capacity in Latin America (Panel)
- Opening new Latin America trade lanes to Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa
- Increasing medium-widebody capacity between Latin American hubs and the U.S., Europe and Canada
- Best practices for route analysis and development
PANELISTS:
- Gudny Genskowsky, SVP of Alliances & Network, LATAM Cargo
- Unndor Jonsson, VP Sales & Marketing, Air Atlanta Icelandic
- Aaron Lopez, Cargo Operations Manager – Mexico, Air Canada
- Or Zak, Chief Commercial Officer, Challenge Group
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10:15 am – 10:45 am Session 8: Economics and trade in Latin America: Challenges, opportunities and their air cargo implications (Presentation)
- Drivers and risks of Latin America’s economic trajectory through 2026
- Mitigating nearshoring’s ripple effects, particularly from US manufacturers
- How evolving trade regulations, regional agreements and protectionism will influence trade economics in 2027 and beyond
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10:45 am – 11:15 am Coffee Break
11:15 am – 12:15 pm Session 9: Latin America’s evolving leasing and investment market (Panel)
- The appetite for Airbus and Boeing current-generation narrowbody freighters in the region
- Assessing Latin America’s freighter and engine lease market and growth potential
- Are the operational costs of 737 Classics negating the low acquisition price for aircraft carriers in the region? If not now, when?
PANELISTS:
- Dora Alexander, Chief Marketing Officer, Hamden Aviation
- Todd France, Chief Commercial Officer, ATSG
- David Manoogian, Partner, Flight Lease
- Vamshi Rokkam, Chief Financial Officer, Titan Aviation Leasing
- Steve Williamson, Chief Commercial Officer, Crestone Air Partners
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12:15 pm Networking Luncheon
1:30 pm Conclusion