2025 AGENDA
Prepare for two 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.
Monday, February 10
9:00 am Registration Opens
10:00 am Presentation – Forecast for LatAm freighter market capacity and growth presented by Cargo Facts Consulting
- To what degree will the freighter market grow in 2025?
- Can e-commerce growth in LatAm support that growth?
- Foundations of and data for accurate market analysis
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10:45 am Roundtables: Roundtable discussions on strategy and market trends
During this session, attendees will come together for frank and informal roundtable discussions on key issues facing the Latin American airfreight industry. The guided discussions give attendees the opportunity for deeper information sharing and networking. Selection of topics to be discussed:
- LatAm market outlook
- Conversion programs
- Simplifying trade
- Sustainability and the airfreight industry
- Current engine challenges
11:45 am Networking Luncheon and Market Presentation
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1:15 PM Hosted Cargo Facility Tour
Join us for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of a state-of-the-art cargo facility.
Buses will depart from the host hotel at 1:15 PM and will return to the hotel at 5:30 PM.
Please note that seats for this event are limited. As a hosted tour, the facility operator reserves the right to approve the participant list at their discretion based on space availability and their facility rules and regulations. Approved registrants will receive confirmation via email. Thank you for your understanding.
Delegates must be pre-registered to attend the conversion tour and must fill out the form linked below if you are interested in attending by Monday, January 27th
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2:30 pm Afternoon Coffee Break & Networking Opportunity
For those staying onsite and not participating in the Facility Tour, enjoy a relaxing afternoon coffee break designed to foster connections and recharge. Attendees are invited to gather in the meeting space to enjoy coffee and light snacks while engaging in informal conversations with peers and industry professionals.
5:30 pm Opening Cocktail Reception
Join us for the opening cocktail reception of Cargo Facts LATAM, the perfect kickoff to an exciting event! Connect with industry peers over drinks and appetizers in a relaxed setting designed for networking and conversation. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet fellow attendees and start the event with engaging discussions.
Tuesday, February 11
8:00 am Registration Opens
9:00 am Opening Remarks
9:15 am Session 1: Panel – Prospects for the Latin American freighter market in 2025
- Parsing opportunities in emerging and existing markets with a finer understanding of pan-LatAm idiosyncrasies
- New entrants and the markets they’re supporting
- Trends in investment and leasing to support LatAm freighter expansion
PANELISTS:
- Andres Bianchi, Chief Executive Officer, LATAM Cargo
- Frank Diaz, Sr. Director, Sales & Marketing, Network Planning & South America, Atlas Air Worldwide
- Diogo Elias, Senior Vice President, Avianca Cargo
- Luis Ramos, Founder of Awesome Cargo, CEO of Aerocharter de México
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10:00 am Session 2: Fireside with Izabel Reis, Director at Azul Cargo Express
During this fireside chat, we sit down for a one-on-one conversation with Izabel Reis, director of Azul Cargo Express, on the future of the company and the industry in Latin America.
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10:30 am – 11:00 am Morning Coffee Break
11:00 am Session 3: Panel – LatAm’s emergence as a top narrowbody market
- Reasons Latin America is receiving the lion’s share of 737 Classics
- Comparing classics to NGs in the region – opportunity vs. heavier operating costs
- Alternatives to the 737 Classic in Latin America
- Overcoming engine scarcity and costs
PANELISTS:
- Jaime Alvarez, Senior Director of Cargo, Copa Airlines
- Cristiano Koga, Chief Executive Officer, Modern Logistics
- Nuno Leal, Chief Marketing Officer, World Star Aviation
- Rodrigo Pacheco, Founder & CEO, Levu Air Cargo
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11:45 am Session 4: State of the Market: Survey, Discussion, Forecast
In the State of the Market session, attendees will participate in a live and exclusive survey on industry trends and forecasts, accompanied by audience discussion. Through this novel approach, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the market and on the future of the industry.
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12:15 pm Lunch and Presentation
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1:45 pm Session 5: Panel – Facilitating cross-border e-commerce in Latin America
- Building networks between logistics companies and freight forwarders
- Nearshoring trends in Latin America and their correlation with e-commerce adoption trends
- New policies and regulations to aid e-commerce growth in Latin America
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2:30 pm – 3:00 pm Afternoon Coffee Break
3:00 pm Session 6: Panel – Airports’ role in developing LatAm’s cargo business
- Taking advantage of the investment in cargo infrastructure
- Overcoming limited slots and congestion
- Developments in customs clearance and regulation
PANELISTS:
- Bruno Guella, Managing Director, Latin America Cargo City (LACC)
- Marcelo Vitorino, Cargo Country Manager (Brazil and South America), TAP Air Portugal
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3:45 pm Session 7: Panel – In the Money: The evolving leasing and conversion markets in Latin America
- The appetite for Airbus narrowbody freighters in the region
- Assessing Latin America’s freighter and engine lease market and growth potential
- Is there room for the E190F in its own backyard?
PANELISTS:
- Dora Alexander, Executive Vice President, Hamden Aviation
- Robert Convey, SVP of Sales & Marketing, Aeronautical Engineers, Inc.
- Tadashi Mabee, Product Marketing Director – BCF Programs, Boeing
- Rafi Matalon, VP & GM Marketing, IAI Aviation Group
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4:15 pm Conclusion
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This event is essential for anyone who wants to not just keep pace with the latest developments in the LATAM market, but to identify how to take advantage of LATAM market growth and opportunity. Cargo Facts LATAM provides a great opportunity for attendees to network with industry leaders and learn about crucial industry topics and trends.
