About CANSO
The Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) represents the interests of air navigation service providers (ANSPs) worldwide, shaping the future of air traffic management through collaboration, innovation, and influence. CANSO brings together over 180 members across five global regions, including full ANSP members and associate industry partners.
CANSO plays a key role in:
- Advancing safe, seamless, and efficient airspace operations
- Promoting innovation in ATFM, digitalisation, SWIM, and sustainability
- Leading the conversation on cross-border collaboration and regulatory alignment
- Supporting capacity building, research, and training across its regions
Airspace Abu Dhabi is a CANSO event, strategically created to serve the specific needs and opportunities of Africa, the Middle East, and Euro-Asia.
About Airspace World
Airspace World, launched in 2023, is the flagship global event for the airspace and ATM community. It is hosted annually in Lisbon, Portugal, and brings together thousands of ATM professionals, innovators, regulators, and solution providers to explore the future of our skies.
Airspace Abu Dhabi 2026 is the first regional spin-off of this prestigious global gathering, designed to:
- Address regional implementation challenges
- Showcase local innovation and collaboration
- Offer a more accessible, relevant platform for stakeholders across the tri-regional corridor
Partnerships & Collaborations
CANSO works closely with a vast network of regional and international partners to ensure Airspace Abu Dhabi delivers impact beyond the event itself.
Our partners include:
- ICAO, IATA, AFCAC, and ACI
- National regulators and government aviation bodies
- Regional ANSPS and infrastructure investors
- Industry associations and technical working groups
- Academia and training institutions supporting capacity building
Airspace Abu Dhabi is not just a gathering—it’s a launchpad for collaborative progress, backed by the people and organisations driving real change across three continents.
Let’s Connect
Whether you want to exhibit, speak, attend, or sponsor, our team is here to support you. Reach out and let’s shape the future of airspace together.
General Enquiries: info@airspaceworld.com
Exhibitors & Sponsors: sales@airspaceworld.com
Media & Press: media@airspaceworld.com
Speaker Proposals: content@airspaceworld.com