The 29th Annual Root World is expected to draw more than 2,500 participants.
Route World, which brings together airlines, airports and destination decision makers to define the world’s air route network, will head to the Kingdom of Bahrain from October 6 to 8, 2024.
As the 2023 event draws to a close, iGA – Istanbul Airport handed over the responsibility of hosting the event to Bahrain International Airport in the presence of a special delegation from Bahrain led by Gulf Air Group Holding (GFG) Chairman. Zayed R. Alzayani and Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) Chief Executive Officer Mohamed Yousif Albinfarah, BAC’s Airline Marketing and Route Development Team, Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) and Bahrain Tourism Authority (BTEA) members of.
With its strategic location in the heart of the Gulf and close to major destinations in Asia, Europe and Africa, Bahrain serves as an important trade link between East and West. A diverse economy, excellent business environment supported by world-class aviation infrastructure makes it the perfect destination for companies and airlines to start or expand their operations. Routes World 2024 will showcase Bahrain’s long aviation history, strong infrastructure and thriving tourism industry, attracting business opportunities and partnerships with international airlines and aviation stakeholders.
Routes World has had a real impact on global aviation services by consistently uniting decision makers from the global route development community on an international platform. More than half of the world’s new routes will be connected to meetings at this event. The event will be attended by vice presidents and network planning officers from 250 carriers.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Stephen Small, director of Roots, said: “Bahrain’s 2030 Economic Vision aims for a productive and robust economy that is sustainable, globally competitive and fair. Roots World is a key event for Saudi Arabia to achieve this objective. By uniting decision makers in the Kingdom of Bahrain’s route development community, we will put destinations at the center of the conversation and drive growth in global air connectivity.”
“The Kingdom of Bahrain is honored to host this prestigious global event, and we commend Team Bahrain for their efforts in organizing the 29th edition of the conference, which brings together world leaders in the aviation industry. I would like to represent “one roof.” The conference supports the goals of the Bahrain Economic Vision 2030, which aims to position the Kingdom as a global, competitive and sustainable economic hub. ” said His Excellency Zayed R. Alzayani, Chairman of Gulf Air Group Holding (GFG).
At Routes World 2023 in Istanbul, Bahrain successfully participated, joining the ranks of leading international aviation stakeholders and fostering dialogue on the future of the global aviation sector. The country will make its presence known at Routes World 2023, themed “100 Years of Bahrain”, one of the world’s most important aviation events and a showcase of Bahrain as a prominent tourist destination, its rich heritage and culture. It showcased its diversity and renowned hospitality.
For more information about Routes World 2024, please visit the event website.