iGA Istanbul Airport to host next Airport Experience Summit

ACI World today announced that iGA Istanbul Airport will host next year’s Airport Experience Summit in Istanbul, Turkey.

The event, which ACI World bills as “the premier global event dedicated to airport experience”, will take place from August 31 to September 4, 2026.

The event brings together executives and experts from around the world to share insights, strategies, and solutions that shape the customer and employee experience.

ACI World director general, Justin Erbacci, said: “iGA Istanbul Airport is an exceptional choice to host the 2026 ACI World Airport Experience Summit – where the next decade of passenger and employee experience will be shaped.

“As a global hub with remarkable growth and a forward-looking approach to customer experience, iGA Istanbul Airport exemplifies excellence in both passenger and employee experience, digital transformation, and operational resilience.

“We are confident iGA Istanbul Airport will offer invaluable insights and a warm welcome to our global airport community.”

While iGA Istanbul Airport CEO, Selahattin Bilgen, noted: “The opportunity to host this prestigious global event at iGA Istanbul Airport next year, is recognition of how far we’ve come in such a short space of time.

“This will be a great opportunity to celebrate our status as the world’s best-connected airport, as we share new ideas, showcase innovation, and celebrate global aviation.

“We’re proud that Istanbul will not only be a part of shaping the next chapter in world-class travel and exceptional passenger experiences, but that it is also central to new ideas and high-profile discussions that will occur between aviation leaders from around the world.”