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LCCs in North Asia are taking off as aviation policy reform, full service airline restructuring, airport infrastructure development and rising incomes fuel greater adoption of this new airline business model. CAPA believes the upside of the North Asian market can be measured in the hundreds of millions of travellers this decade.
If you want to meet with Airline Executives, this is the event for you!
30 airlines are already confirmed to be attending: (* indicates CEO or Chairman is coming):
Air China, AirAsia Berhad, AirAsia Japan, AirAsia Malaysia*, AirAsia X*, Air Busan, Air New Zealand, AirPhil Express, Asiana Airlines, Cebu Pacific*, China Eastern Airlines*, China West Airlines, Golden Myanmar Airlines, HNA Aviation Holding Co, IATA, Jeju Air*, Jetstar Group*, Jetstar Hong Kong*, Jetstar Japan*, Jetsky, Jin Air*, Lufthansa, MEGA Maldives Airlines, Peach*, Philippine Airlines, Scoot*, Shandong Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Spring Airlines*, TransAsia Airways, Vietjet* and ZestAir*.
Come along and share your views and hear from the leaders of these airlines at the cutting edge.
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Proudly supported by: Gold Sponsor
Airport Partner
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Coffee Break Sponsor
Exhibitor
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Contact Derek Sadubin for full details: ph: +612 9241 3200 or email: ds@centreforaviation.com |
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Tuesday 4 September – Pre-conference workshop
Workshop : How to establish and run a successful LCC
Starting and running a successful LCC (independent carrier or subsidiary) is an extremely challenging project. Hear from the people who've done it before and benefit from their experience of tough lessons learned and the characteristics that will be necessary for success in North Asia.
- Richard Davis, Partner, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers - View bio
- David Huttner, Senior Vice President, Nyras Limited - View bio
- Andrew Cowen, Managing Partner, Mango Aviation - View bio
1000-1100 SESSION #1: ESTABLISHING A SUSTAINABLE ASIAN LCC
1100-1115 coffee break
1115-1215 SESSION #2: OPERATING AN EFFICIENT LCC - THE PITFALLS AND THE OPPORTUNITIES
1215-1315 sandwich lunch (and discussion)
1315-1415 SESSION #3: THE VITAL ROLE OF PROCUREMENT AND COST SAVING
- THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PROFITABILITY AND LOSING MONEY
1415 - 1430 coffee break
1430-1600 SESSION #4: EXPERT PANEL CLOSING DISCUSSION
Note: Programme correct at time of publication, subject to change
Wednesday 5 September – LCCs & New Age Airlines in North Asia 2012 Conference Day 1
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Introduction: A new era for LCCs and New Age Airlines in North Asia: the potential for aviation growth in domestic and international markets |
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0915-0940 |
KEYNOTE: TBC |
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0940-1110 |
Panel: The regulatory framework: Japan, S. Korea, Greater China and Taiwan |
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Leading regulatory experts and government officials review the events that are shaping the North Asian environment – new open skies agreements, new LCCs, and the evolution of New Age Airlines, the hybrid forms which are adapted for the new market conditions |
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1110-1140 |
COFFEE |
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Panel: The LCC potential for airports and tourism LCC entry into the market changes the way people travel, with more short stays, more repeat travel and more use of regional airports. This offers a great opportunity for airports and tourism operators to expand their activities. Tourism authorities, airports, chambers of commerce and tourism operators will exchange experiences in other markets |
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1300-1400 |
LUNCH |
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1400-1425 |
KEYNOTE: The Jetstar strategy in Asia as a model for LCC subsidiaries |
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CEO Panel #1: The Greater China LCC markets Beijing has been reluctant to support domestic LCC operations, as it is anxious to protect its three major government-owned airlines from added competition. But new airlines have been emerging, notably from the Spring and Hainan groups. Meanwhile, foreign LCCs have increasingly intruded on international routes. Key CEOs explain how mainland China’s market is different – and the latest developments in Macau and Hong Kong. |
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1545-1615 |
COFFEE |
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CEO Panels #2: The Korean LCC market Korea’s domestic and inbound markets have blossomed as new LCC entrants, including subsidiaries of Asiana and Korean Air, have expanded. Inbound tourism is, as a result, growing at around 30% year on year |
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Cocktails |
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1900 |
Gala Dinner at a spectacular venue for all guests and speakers |
Thursday 6 September – LCCs & New Age Airlines in North Asia 2012 Conference Day 2
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CEO Panel #3: The Japan LCC airline market |
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Nowhere has the explosion in LCC operations been more marked than Japan. With three new major LCCs this year alone and a government rapidly concluding open skies agreements with Japan’s neighbours, major changes are under way. CEOs of Japan’s main airlines come together to share experiences and constraints on operating. |
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1045-1115 |
COFFEE |
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CEO Panel #4: Asia’s New Age Airlines, the needs of the new low cost, but full service/hybrid airlines. 
 While attention in the market is on low frills airlines, there is still demand for other products. The cost of delivery must be low – but the offering can take various forms. Issues include inflight product, distribution, airport lounges, airport IT and connectivity. New airline models are evolving to meet market needs. The New Age Airline CEOs explain why, and how they are adapting to the new market demands. |
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1300-1400 |
LUNCH |
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CEO Panels #5: The opportunities for foreign low-cost airlines operating into N Asia While North Asian airlines have been asleep, the Southeast Asian LCCs and hybrids have rapidly been intruding into international markets. This panel brings together CEOs from the foreign LCCs which are operating – or planning to operate - into Greater China, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. |
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1530-1600 |
COFFEE |
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1600-1700 |
Funding the aircraft and engine orders. Asia’s LCCs have well over 1,000 aircraft on order. Is the market big enough to support the new orders? What are the challenges? Which airlines will survive and prosper? Will the funding be there? Leading experts provide a taster of what is to come tomorrow on the finance day. |
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Cocktail Reception - Financing the Asian Aviation Revolution A cocktail function will be held at the end of Day 2, providing a cross-over to the Special One-Day Conference the following day on Financing the Asian Aviation Revolution. |
Friday 7 September – Financing the Asian Aviation Revolution
Special One-Day Conference: Financing the Asian Aviation Revolution
Join senior aviation finance executives to review the latest trends in aviation leasing and finance for Asia's burgeoning aircraft market:
- Financing The Asian Order Book
- The Capital Highway - opportunities and road blocks in Asian Aviation markets
- Risky Business? – The challenges ahead
Click here for full details.
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Shinichi Inoue |
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Xiuzhi Zhang |
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Brian Hogan |
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Campbell Wilson |
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Mr Choi, Kyunam |
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Tony Fernandes* |
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Garry Kingshott Chief Executive Advisor Cebu Pacific [View bio] |
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Jayne Hrdlicka Group CEO Jetstar [View bio] |
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Kazuyuki Iwakata* |
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Luu Duc Khanh |
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Miyuki Suzuki |
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Azran Osman-Rani |
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Andrew Cowen |
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David Huttner |
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(Prof.) Tae H. Oum |
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Maunu von Lueders |
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Xiaowen Fu Faculty of Business University |
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Mr. Andrew Herdman Director General Association of Asia Pacific Airlines [View bio] |
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Con Korfiatis Director Flight Ideas Consulting [View bio] |
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Joost van der Heijden Head of Airline Marketing Africa, India, South-East Asia & Japan Airbus [View bio] |
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Ron Kent - Managing Director of Marketing for Asia Pacific/India |
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António José M. Rato |
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Ilya Gutlin President Asia Pacific - SITA [View bio] |
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Donal Boylan CEO HKAC [View bio] |
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Kei Shibata CEO, Co-Founder Venture Republic Inc. [View bio] |
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Richard Davis Partner HWL Ebsworth Lawyers [View bio] |
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Brendon Elliott VP Sales & Marketing The Venetian Macao Resort Hotel |
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Zaman Ahmad Regional Head Air Asia [View bio] |
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Siew Hoon Yeoh Travel Industry Voice and WIT producer Web In Travel [View bio] |
More CEOs will be announced shortly!
NB: Programme is subject to change.
* Agreement to speak is subject to final confirmation
Gold Sponsor
Airport Partner
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Bronze Sponsors
Coffee Break Sponsor
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An exhibition space will be available adjacent to the conference room, while a range of sponsorship and promotional opportunities are also available.
Contact Derek Sadubin for full details: ph: +612 9241 3200 or email: ds@centreforaviation.com
The Venetian Macao – a 6 Star resort
Access via Macau Airport or via 30 minute express ferry direct from Hong Kong International Airport
The Venetian® Macao-Resort-Hotel will play a crucial role in making Macau one of Asia's most exciting entertainment destinations and preeminent convention and exhibition venues. Large enough to hold ninety Boeing 747 jumbo jets, nowhere else in Asia will you find such a rare combination of facilities, attractions and amenities than at this 3,000 suite flagship property.
Click here for more information about the venue.
Visa Requirements for Macau
Some nationals may require a visa. To check if you will require a visa to visit Macau please click here for more information.
Pre-conference Workshops on 4 September
| How to establish and run a successful LCC | USD900 | Buy now |
Conference 1: LCCs & New Age Airlines in North Asia: 5/6 September 2012
| Single Delegate Pass | USD2,295 | Buy now |
Group Rate:
4 delegates for price of 3 group rate (at the prices above, depending on time of booking) Buy now
Airline Rate:
CAPA has organised discounted rates for individual delegates and/or delegations from airlines. Click here to download an airline registration form.
Conference 2: Financing the Asian Aviation Revolution: 7 September 2012
| Bookings after 1 August |
USD900 | Buy Now! |
Special Delegate Packs
| 3-day Delegate Pack: 5, 6, 7 September |
USD2,895 | Buy Now! |
| 2-day Delegate Pack: 6, 7 September | USD2,295 | Buy Now! |
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
2-day conference pass: includes two days of conference sessions. Valid only for September 5-6 or September 6-7.
3-day conference pass: includes entry to conference sessions on September 5, 6 and 7.
Workshop pass: enables entry to pre-conference workshop on 4 September
All passes are inclusive of refreshments and lunch.
Accommodation not included for any of the passes.
If you are having trouble paying online, please click here to download a registration form and email Daniella Barone: dbarone@centreforaviation.com or fax to + 61 2 9241 3400
• Cancellations must be made in writing to the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. Phone cancellation will not be accepted.
• Registrants will receive an email confirming attendance upon receipt of payment
• Registration fees cannot be refunded after 21st August 2012. Refunds will be based on date of receipt of the written cancellation and will be issued as follows:
- 45 or more days prior to the start date of the event - 100% of the registered amount less USD 100.00 administration fee per delegate and bank fees;
- 14-44 days prior to the start date of the event - 50% refund of the registered amount less USD 100.00 administration fee per delegate and bank fees;
- less than 14 days prior to the start date of the event - no refund.
• Registrations are strictly non-transferable once the conference has commenced.
• CAPA reserves the right to amend or cancel the programme schedule, speakers or topics without prior notice to participants.