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Economic
Development Workshop Airports for Economic Development 2009 Global Series |
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CIFAL Atlanta, the
United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), Hartsfield-Jackson
Atlanta International Airport and Airports Council International (ACI), with the support of Delta Air Lines and SITA are pleased to offer five best-practice
sharing executive seminars for 2009. The 2009 Airports for Economic Development
Global Series includes 5 seminars with training sessions, demonstrations,
tours, and showcases with a regional focus on
Africa and Asia-Pacific Latin America, Europe and the Caribbean facilitating the creation of viable regional and global
alliances.
Concept paper Focus Areas This intensive two-day forum is designed to create a platform for businessmen and airport officials from Caribbean countries to share knowledge and best practices on how to use airports as economic development tools to secure a positive economic impact on the vitality of a region. It will address several critical topics such as:
In a globalized economy, airports have become critical economic growth
engines at national, regional and local levels. The quality of services
and competitiveness of airports have a strong impact on surrounding
regional economies. Enhancing the connectivity, quality of services
and competitiveness of airports can create jobs and spur the economic
growth of the surrounding region. Cooperation and coordination between
central government, local government, airport management and the business
community in the form of public private partnerships are key factors
of success for economic development initiatives that position airports
as optimal city and country gateways, air cargo hubs, and business
zones.
Airports also play a crucial role in today's multimodal logistics and global supply chains. Air freight for example accounts for 40 percent of world trade volumes by value and is regarded as a leading indicator of the state of the world economy. Multinationals often cite the presence of a major airport as a key criterion when deciding where to locate new subsidiaries, build plants, or start operations. The time, effort and convenience of international travel for senior executives are also factors that should not be underestimated! Airports can be leveraged in many areas to create jobs and new activities in support of economic development. As such airports should be viewed as an essential component of the urban planning process. Strategic Outcomes from Optimizing Airports for Trade The Airports for Economic Development seminars will help airports decision makers share innovative strategies to maximize the contribution of airports to the long term economic growth objectives of their city, region and country. Participants will benefit from a shared understanding of the following outcomes:
Participant Profile Each seminar will bring together a select group of approximately 50 exceptional high level delegates comprising top airports executives, senior government officials, and civil aviation authorities. The discussions are facilitated by international airports, air commerce, and technology experts and thought leaders from the private sector, service providers, leading academics, international institutions and multilateral agencies such as the Inter American Development Bank and the World Bank, who facilitate the discussions and provide a valuable networking and learning opportunity. These delegations will consist of inter alia:
This program series utilizes UNITAR's integrated knowledge management
methodology that emphasizes structured hands on experience based sharing
of best practices, panel discussions, and the building of action plans
for successful implementation. This interactive program explores the
full range of opportunities and roadblocks surrounding the planning,
development and growth of world class airports. For more information please contact: |
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