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Over 2,500 delegates gather for the 2025 ACI-NA and ACI World Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition

Montreal, Canada, 24 October 2025 – Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) and ACI World will host the 2025 ACI-NA & ACI World Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition from 25–28 October in Toronto, Canada. The largest “for airports, by airports” event yet—the most important global gathering of airport leaders—will be hosted by Toronto Pearson International Airport.

ACI World Director General Justin Erbacci said: “We’re ready to welcome the world to the most important global gathering of airport leaders. Air travel is surging—on track for 9.8 billion journeys this year and projected to reach 18.9 billion by 2047. Meeting this growth requires global collaboration, making this event—a gathering that brings diverse perspectives together—more relevant than ever. The 2025 Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition will generate ideas and solutions that can become measurable outcomes for travellers and communities.”

“The 2025 Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition will once again bring together airport leaders, policymakers, and industry partners from across the globe to discuss the most pressing issues facing the aviation industry,” said ACI-NA President and CEO Kevin M. Burke. “From infrastructure investment and workforce development to cybersecurity and the ever-evolving passenger experience, this event provides an unmatched opportunity to collaborate on the issues and other opportunities shaping the future of air travel.”

“As a vital economic engine for both the region and the country, Toronto Pearson understands that airports are essential nodes in the global network of air travel – each one a star in the constellation of connectivity, demanding constant innovation,” said President and CEO of Toronto Pearson Deborah Flint. “This week, we are proud to host some of the industry’s most dynamic leaders and business partners here in Toronto, as we work together to shape the future of aviation.”

The conference will feature distinguished leaders from across the global airport community and showcase the latest innovations shaping the future of aviation. This year’s event will feature keynote addresses from Colonel Chris Hadfield, the first Canadian Commander of the International Space Station, a decorated astronaut, test pilot, bestselling author, and global advocate for innovation and leadership, and David Frum, political analyst, writer at The Atlantic, New York Times bestselling author, and former speechwriter to President George W. Bush, who will deliver the closing keynote address.

The 2025 ACI-NA & ACI World Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition will feature a sold-out trade show floor with more than 180 exhibitors and is expected to draw more than 2,500 airport industry professionals.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport will serve as a supporting host airport.  Airport Dimensions, Lyft, Ricondo, Boingo Wireless, HNTB, PSA Management, ADB Safegate, Plaza Premium Group, Boldyn Networks, and SSP America are executive level sponsors for 2025.

Credentialed members of the media are welcome to cover the event and should address the media contacts listed below.

About ACI

Airports Council International (ACI), the trade association of the world’s airports, is a federated organization comprising ACI World, ACI Africa, ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, ACI EUROPE, ACI Latin America and the Caribbean and ACI North America. In representing the best interests of airports during key phases of policy development, ACI makes a significant contribution toward ensuring a global air transport system that is safe, secure, efficient, and environmentally sustainable. As of January 2025, ACI serves 830 members, operating 2,181 airports in 170 countries.

About Toronto Pearson International Airport

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority is the operator of Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada’s largest airport and a vital connector of people, businesses, and goods. Toronto Pearson has been named “Best Large Airport in North America serving more than 40 million passengers” seven times in the last eight years by Airports Council International, the global trade representative of the world’s airports. Toronto Pearson was also recognized in 2025 as one of “Canada’s Best Employers” by Forbes. For operational updates and passenger information, please visit @TorontoPearson

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