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Produced by Partner Saphire Sponsor Offi cial Airline
The region’s most important gathering of airlines, MROs, OEMs and suppliers.
P A N A M A February 13-15, 2018 • Panama City • The Westin Playa Bonita
Register at mrolatinamerica.aviationweek.com
Learn about top trends and hear expert insights that will shape your long-term vision and short-term strategy.
MRO connects you with:
People Content Opportunities“Great opportunity to connect with many industry leaders in the Latin American region.”
Larry Slate
VP Commercial Aviation Services,
Boeing
“As an exhibitor, this MRO provided the type of exposure and marketing platform we were looking for to enhance our services in the region.”
Scott Vanderlip
Vice President of Sales & Marketing,
TT Repair
“I found the vendor management session was very informational & helpful.”
Jessica Wascher
Wesco Aircraft
To Build, Grow and Succeed.
Why Attend?
Industry Role 2025 MRO Share
By 2025, LATAM
MRO should comprise
6.1% of the world MRO
demand for commercial
aviation. 85% of MRO
LATAM attendees have
Purchasing Power.
Latin America
World
NorthAmerica
6%
20%
73%
Air Transportation
Industry and Business
Parts/Aftermarket Distributor/
Supplier
IndustryRelated
Services
Other
23%
23%
10%
40%
4%
Leading airlines from South America, Central America, Mexico, and the CaribbeanAerolíneas Argentinas AeromexicoAvianca Azul Linhas AéreasCopa Airlines Gol Linhas Aéreas Insel Air
InerjetLAN Airlines LATAM Group Peruvian AirlinesSky AirlineSol Líneas AéreasStar Peru
TAM Linhas Aéreas TAR AerolineasUniworld Air CargoVivaAerobús VRG Linhas Aéreas - GOL
Conference AgendaSpeakersTuesday, February 137–8:00 pm Welcome Cocktail Reception Sponsored by
DAY ONE | Wednesday, February 14
9:00 am Registration & Coffee
10:00 am Welcome Remarks Helen Kang, Event Content Director, Aviation Week Network
10:10 am Chairman’s Welcome Ahmad Zamany, VP Technical Operations, Copa Airlines
10:30 am MRO Latin America 10-Year Market ForecastHear the current status and upcoming trends for the Latin American MRO market and aviation industries, including challenges and opportunities for the future in Latin America and global markets.
Jonathan Berger, Managing Director, Alton Aviation Consultancy
Executive Discussion – State of the IndustryA distinguished panel of senior aviation executives will analyze the market forecast and discuss the implications for the region and their organizations. Hear their thoughts on key trends, economic impacts affecting their business today and what’s changing the industry.
Peter Cerda, Regional VP, The Americas, IATA
11:30 am Break
Peter CerdaIATA
Pastor LopezGA Telesis
Mark MinerAmerican Airlines
Paulo MirandaGOL
Jayesh ShanbhagGE Aviation
Sonny SternDelta TechOps
Caroline VandedrinckSR Technics
Gary Weissel Tronos Aviation Consulting
Conference ChairmanAhmad ZamanyCopa Airlines
12:15 pm Cabin/IFE Modifi cations Sophisticated passengers are demanding sophisticated cabins – new seat technologies; WiFi and IFE capabilities; complex lighting systems; climate-control fabrics and foams; and more. What do Latin American passengers want? What technology preferences and cost considerations need to be evaluated? This panel explores the latest trends in cabin modifi cations and connectivity options, as well as the impact of 3D-printing for cabin interior parts.
Session Leader: Gary Weissel, Managing Offi cer, Tronos Aviation Consulting, Inc.
Paulo Miranda, CXO – Chief Experience Offi cer, GOLCaroline Vandedrinck, VP Americas, SR Technics
1:00 pm Networking Lunch
2:30 pm Interactive Sessions: These interactive discussions are designed to discover creative concepts, and stimulate dialogue on pressing business challenge and solutions in an intimate, collaborative group setting. Each group will share and deliberate on the latest industry challenges and real-world benchmarks.
Topic 1A – Workforce Programs that WorkLearn about workforce programs that are actually succeeding on recruiting and retaining skilled talent. How do you leverage workforce initiatives to enhance talent development and performance? Hear directly from AMTs on what keeps them motivated. Warner Calvo, Quality & Safety Director, Coopesa, R.L
Alejandro Echeverria, CEO, Aeroman Pastor Lopez, President, MRO Services, GA Telesis
Topic 1B – Vendor ManagementBack by popular demand, discuss and learn how to determine the right outsourcing strategies for your business. What should be outsourced versus kept in-house?
What are current outsourcing trends? Discover effective methods on managing vendor performance.
Asier Elorduy, VP Sales Iberoamérica & Europe, AJW Group Sonny Stern, VP Sales and Customer Service, Delta TechOps
3:30 pm Break
4:00 pm Interactive Discussions: Topic 2A – Mitigating Unscheduled Maintenance/AOG
This group addresses a critical industry challenge - how can airlines and MROs prepare for the unexpected? What are strategies to better monitor, predict and reduce unscheduled maintenance episodes? How can line, maintenance and engineering better work together to avoid AOG issues? Learn best practices to quickly troubleshoot problems, execute action-plans and minimize downtime.
Carl Glover, VP Sales & Marketing, Aviation Services Group, AAR
Topic 2B – Digital MRODigitalization is a key driver and revolutionizing today’s MRO. However, digital transformation brings challenges on fi nding suitable strategies to get there faster and create value. Gain strategies that can take aviation MRO to the next level – reinventing design for connected aircraft, digitizing operations, predictive maintenance, embracing innovation and more.
Mark Miner, Managing Director – Technical Operations Systems Integration, American Airlines
Jayesh Shanbhag, Executive Director, Digital Strategy, GE Aviation
5:00 pm Day One Conference Sessions Conclude
7:00 pm Cocktail ReceptionSponsored by
8:00 pm Networking Dinner
2018 Advisory BoardChairman: Ahmad Zamany, VP Technical Operations, Copa Airlines
Johann Bordais, President & CEO, Services & Support, Embraer
Walter Ching, Operations Director, COOPESA
Jorge Jacome, SVP Maintenance and Engineering, Aeroméxico
Francisco Morgada, VP Engineering & Maintenance, VivaAerobus
Amir Nasruddin, Director, Aircraft Programs, Fleet Technical Programs, International Contracts & Procurement, Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras
Marcos Rosales Gómez, Director General, Mexicana MRO, S.A. de C.V.
Ernesto Ruiz, former Chairman of the Board, Aeroman
Rafael Samudio, Director, Technical Purchasing, Copa Airlines
Francisco Sanchez Arrieta, VP Technical Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management, LATAM Airlines Group
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DAY TWO | Thursday, February 15
9:30 am Registration & Coffee in Exhibitor Hall
10:00 am Keynote Pedro Heilbron, CEO, Copa Holdings S.A.
10:45 am Airline Case Study
11:30 am Break
12:15 pm Airline Case Study
1:00 pm Closing Remarks Ahmad Zamany, VP Technical Operations, Copa Airlines
1:15 pm Aircraft Model Prize Drawing
1:20 pm Networking Luncheon
2:30 pm 2018 MRO Latin America Concludes
Conference Agenda
Pedro Heilbron is CEO of Copa Holdings and of Copa Airlines, which offers service to North, Central and South America and the Caribbean from its hub at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City, Panama. Under his leadership, Copa established the “Hub of the Americas,” one of the most successful and effi cient hubs in Latin America.
The MRO Showcase connects buyers with sellers. Get hands-on with the latest technologies, tools and resources and translate the practical knowledge of the conference into real-life solutions and savings for your organization!
Note: the showcase is closed to the public. You must be registered for MRO Latin America for access.
Network with your peers, discover the latest products and services, and achieve results!
For complete information and to register, visit mrolatinamerica.aviationweek.com
Showcase
“Excellent review and updating ofMRO situation in the region. Opportunity to improve the relationships between companies.”Maruja Correa Morales Commercial Manager, Iberia
“I love the interaction and all the knowledge shared by the airlines.”Israel Carillo Business Development Manager, E-leather Group
Sponsorship & Showcase Display OpportunitiesAmericas:Beth Eddy or Mimi SmithTel: +1.561.279.4646 or +1.800.240.7645Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
EMEA and Russia:Mike Elmes Tel: +44 1255 321639Email: [email protected]
Asia-Pacifi cClive RichardsonTel: +44 7501 185257Email: [email protected]
Margaret ChongTel: +65 9736 1722Email: [email protected]
Registration & Event Information How to RegisterOnline: mrolatinamerica.aviationweek.com
Phone: +1.212.204.4202
Email: [email protected]
By December 12, After December 12, when you enter promotion code and onsite “EARLYBIRD”
Standard USD $995 USD $1195
Airlines & Leasing Companies* FREE FREE
Press** FREE FREE
Please note: If reservations are made at a property other than the Westin, or without the inclusive package, you will be charged an additional US$225.00 per person.
* To qualify for this option, you must be employed by an airline (cargo/passenger) or airline/aircraft leasing company and hold a job function of manager, director, VP and higher of purchasing, maintenance, overhaul, engineering or technology. Sales, marketing and business development positions do not qualify. Does not include third party maintenance affi liates or component/parts leasing companies. Aviation Week reserves the right to downgrade any “non-airline” personnel/company in which case a new confi rmation will be sent to you. For additional information please contact Virginia Gongora at +1.212.204.4202.
** Must be a licensed/accredited member of the press with valid credentials. Sales, marketing, and business development positions do not qualify.
Conference Registration
Hotel/Venue
Aviation Week Network has contracted the following packaged rates to be provided for all attendees booking their rooms at the Westin Playa Bonita. Please note that we have limited
number of rooms and these rates will be available until December 20, after this time, we cannot guarantee a room nor rate.
Single Occupancy Rate per room per night: US$296.00
Double Occupancy Rate per person per night: US$219.00
Reservations may be made at mrolatin.aviationweek.com or by emailing: [email protected]. Please reference Aviation Week MRO Latin America Event.
Package Includes:• Breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet style at any restaurant during the hours of operation.• Bar: includes premium beer, liquors, soft drinks, juices, wine by the glass at all restaurants and bars during the hours of operation.• Gratuities: Bellstaff and housekeeping (all other gratuities are discretionary)• Taxes: ITBMS tax and Service Charge• Snacks at the Pool area from 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm• Ice Cream Parlor from 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm• Complimentary Internet in all guestrooms and meeting rooms for guests only• Complimentary access to the Gym - 24 hours
COPA Airlines is the offi cial airline partner of MRO Latin America this year. For deals and discounts on airfare to Panama, please visit our website.
CANCELLATION & NO-SHOW POLICIES Written cancellations received on or before Friday, December 12, 2017 will receive a refund less a processing fee of USD$300. If no moneys are received, registrants are still responsible for the processing fee. VERBAL CANCELLATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. Please fax your written cancellation to +1.913.514.6733 or email [email protected]. No refunds will be given after December 12, 2017 but a substitute may be sent. Any fees not paid by original registrant will be applied to substitute’s fees. By submitting your registration, you authorize Penton to invoice you for any unpaid portion of your registration fees.
The Westin Playa Bonita Panama Km 6 Camino a VeracruzPanama City, PanamaPhone: (507)(3) 04 6600
1166 Avenue of the AmericasNew York, NY 10036
February 13-15, 2018Panama City, Panama
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