Istanbul Airport to Host Routes World 2023 in Strategic Partnership
Serving as Türkiye's gateway to the world, Istanbul Airport has earned the right to host the prestigious Routes World 2023 event in partnership with the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA), and Turkish Airlines.
A formal protocol signing ceremony was held at Istanbul Airport today, attended by TGA General Manager Yalçın Lokmanhekim, İGA Istanbul Airport CEO Kadri Samsunlu, Turkish Airlines General Manager Bilal Ekşi, and Routes CEO Steven Small.
"A Major Contribution to Türkiye’s Global Promotion"
Speaking at the ceremony, TGA General Manager Yalçın Lokmanhekim stated: "The positive contribution of such a significant event to the promotion of Istanbul and Türkiye will undoubtedly be immense. Today, Türkiye actively conducts promotional activities in 140 countries worldwide through TGA."
"A Hosting Worthy of the 100th Anniversary of Our Republic"
Expressing pride in hosting the event, İGA Istanbul Airport CEO Kadri Samsunlu remarked: "We are delighted to host Routes World 2023 in a manner worthy of the 100th anniversary of our Republic. At İGA Istanbul Airport, we continue to reinforce our position as a game-changer in the aviation industry every day. In the second half of 2023, we expect to reach our 2019 passenger figures, with our next target being to hit 100 million annual passengers by 2026 at the latest.
Routes World will bring nearly 4,000 senior global aviation executives to our city in 2023. This crucial gathering will showcase Istanbul’s history, culture, and potential as a top global tourist destination while strengthening İGA Istanbul Airport’s position as a global hub."
"A Significant Event for Our Flag Carrier"
Highlighting the importance of the event for national carrier Turkish Airlines, General Manager Bilal Ekşi shared: "Carrying the pride of being Türkiye’s national flag carrier for nearly 90 years, we are thrilled to host Routes World 2023 on the 100th anniversary of our Republic. Leveraging the unique geographical location and potential of our main hub, Istanbul, this event will add immense value to world tourism and reinforce our leading position in global air transport.
