The event will convene global leaders from aviation, finance, retailing, payments, and digital identity to shape the future of passenger travel and airline business models.
Turkish Airlines Chief Financial Officer and Member of the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee Assoc. Prof. Murat ªekerstated: “Turkish Airlines is glad to host the joint IATA WFS/WPS in Istanbul, our home city. As the airline that connects more countries than any other, we are committed to leading the transformation of passenger travel and stay at the forefront of the industry regarding innovation in finance, digital identity, and retailing which are central to offer smarter, simpler and more comfortable journey worldwide.”
IATA Senior Vice President, Corporate Services & CFO Sandrine Le Borgne said: “Aviation is on the cusp of a major transformation. New retailing models, disruptive payment technologies, and digital identity are reshaping how airlines serve customers and run their businesses. CFOs will be at the center of this shift, ensuring the financial strategies, systems, and investments align with the industry’s future. IATA WFS/WPS is a unique opportunity to take stock of these changes, learn from those at the cutting edge of innovation, and align strategies.”
Istanbul, Turkish Airline’s home city, will serve as the perfect location for the symposium, underlining Türkiye’s unique position as a bridge between continents. The program will include keynote addresses from Turkish Airlines executives alongside global industry leaders, highlighting the airline’s role at the forefront of digital transformation in aviation.
Turkish Airlines continues to be a driving force in the industry, aligning its growth strategy with innovation, sustainability, and passenger satisfaction. Hosting WFS/WPS 2025 reaffirms its role not only as a global connector but also as a pioneer shaping the future of air travel.
