Australian Air Freight Summit to launch at Avalon Australian International Airshow 2027

AUSTRALIA – The inaugural Australian Air Freight Summit, developed with input from across the industry, will launch at the Avalon Australian International Airshow 2027, bringing together leaders to discuss the next phase of air freight growth and its role in strengthening Australia’s trade capability.

AMDA Foundation Chief Executive Officer Justin Giddings said the Summit would build on the airshow’s established role as a national platform for aviation, aerospace, and industry engagement.

“Avalon Australian International Airshow has always been a meeting point for industry, and the Australian Air Freight Summit will extend that platform to a sector that is increasingly important to Australia’s trade future,” Giddings said.

Avalon Airport has been confirmed as the Summit’s first major partner, reflecting its role as the home of the airshow and a key gateway for Victoria’s aviation and freight sectors.

Avalon Airport CEO Ari Suss said the airport was proud to support the inaugural event.

“Air freight plays a vital role in connecting Australian businesses with global markets, and Avalon Airport Melbourne is proud to be the first major partner of the Australian Air Freight Summit,” Suss said.

“The Summit will bring together the people who move freight, operate our gateways and rely on those connections to grow. It’s an opportunity to identify what the sector needs next and how we can work together to strengthen Australia’s air freight capability.”

The Freight and Trade Alliance (FTA) has also been confirmed as the Summit’s program delivery partner, supporting the development of an industry-led program for the inaugural event.

Held as part of the Avalon program, the Summit will feature conference sessions and networking designed to connect industry with the opportunities shaping Australian air freight.

FTA Director and Co-Founder Paul Zalai said he was excited to deliver the new event for the air freight industry.

“Air freight is a critical enabler of Australia’s international trade, supporting exporters and importers in an increasingly fast-moving and complex environment,” Zalai said.

“The Summit provides a national platform to unite the industry and, importantly, recognise freight forwarders and customs brokers as the professionals who connect Australia to global markets, facilitate the compliant movement of air cargo and help businesses navigate evolving regulatory and operational requirements.”

“By bringing these voices together, we can identify emerging opportunities, address shared challenges and help position Australia for the next wave of air freight growth. FTA is proud to support an industry-driven program that puts the people who move Australia’s freight every day at the centre of that conversation.”

Sponsorship opportunities for the Australian Air Freight Summit are now open. Registration and the full program details will be released in the coming weeks.

About the Australian Air Freight Summit

The Australian Air Freight Summit is a new national forum for Australia’s air freight sector, launching at the Avalon Australian International Airshow 2027. It aims to bring industry leaders together to discuss the next phase of air freight growth and the sector’s role in strengthening Australia’s trade capability.

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