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- Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu
- Durbar Hall
Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, Chief Guest
Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu (born December 18, 1987, in Nimmada, Srikakulam) is a dynamic Indian politician and the youngest-ever Cabinet Minister in the NDA government as of 2024. Son of the late TDP leader and Central Minister Yerran Naidu, he carries forward a legacy of public service. Educated at Delhi Public School, RK Puram, he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from Long Island. Initially pursuing a career in Singapore, he entered politics following his father’s demise in 2012. At age 26, he became the second youngest MP in the 16th Lok Sabha, elected from Srikakulam in 2014. A close associate of N. Chandrababu Naidu, he plays a key leadership role in the TDP, including during crises like NCBN’s arrest. As an MP, he served on several key parliamentary committees including Agriculture, Railways, Home Affairs, and OBC welfare. In 2020, he received the Sansad Ratna Award for his parliamentary performance. A progressive voice in Parliament, he advocated for paternity leave, menstrual and sex education, and removal of GST on sanitary pads. He is a strong supporter of women’s rights and youth involvement in politics, mentoring over 175 interns through youth initiatives. Married to Shri Sravya with a daughter born in 2021, Ram Mohan Naidu also enjoys photography, cricket, and basketball. Following his father’s footsteps, he continues to inspire as a symbol of modern, inclusive, and youth-driven Indian politics.
- ANUPAMA KACHHAP
- Durbar Hall
ANUPAMA KACHHAP
Anupama Kachhap is an accomplished aviation professional with over two decades of expertise in Air Cargo Sales, Services, and Management. Her career includes leadership roles with globally renowned organizations such as Singapore Airlines, Air Logistics Group, Cathay Pacific, and FedEx. Her core strengths lie in revenue generation, people management, client relationships, marketing, and operational excellence. She specializes in guiding organizations through transitions, start-ups, and strategic projects—combining high-level planning with hands-on execution to deliver impactful results. After a successful journey with multiple premium carriers, Anupama is now contributing to the growth of WFS— world’s leading air cargo handler. In her current role as Head of Commercial, WFS BLR, she drives revenue, profitability, and growth by leading commercial strategies, managing key client relationships, and ensuring business goals are consistently met. Anupama is a literature graduate and an active member of ACFI. She is a proud recipient of prestigious honours such as the “Pinnacle Woman Achiever of the Year” by Kempegowda International Airport Ltd and the “Woman Personality of the Year” award at the 5th edition of the South East Air Cargo Conclave.
- Glyn Hughes
- Durbar Hall
Glyn Hughes
Glyn Hughes Director General, TIACA Glyn has been involved in Air Cargo for nearly 40 years having started his career with British Caledonian in the UK. He joined IATA in 1991 and become IATA’s Global Head of Cargo in June 2014. In February 2021, Glyn joined TIACA as its first Director general where he works with the Board to deliver the organization’s vision for a safe, profitable and united air cargo industry that embraces modern technologies and practices, to sustainably serve trade and social development worldwide. Priority areas include safety, security, sustainability, digitalization and innovation. He is dedicated to developing collaborative relationships and is a firm believer in supporting the next generation of industry leaders and innovators.
- Mark Sutch
- Durbar Hall
Mark Sutch
Mark Sutch is Chief Commercial Officer for Cargo at IndiGo Airlines, responsible for both commercial and operational activities, including the airline’s newly introduced freighter aircraft. Mark has a wealth of experience in the airline business having spent 25 years with Cathay Pacific where he held key roles in various departments of the airline including Flight Operations, Revenue Management and Cargo. During his time in Cathay Pacific, he was based in diverse geographies including Korea, Taiwan, The Philippines, France, Sri Lanka and India. Prior to joining IndiGo, Mark was Chief Commercial Officer at CMA CGM Air Cargo helping the airline in its start-up stage before its JV integration with Air France KLM Cargo. Mark holds a Batchelor’s degree from Durham University, UK, and is a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at INSEAD, France. He is based at IndiGo’s Head Quarters in Gurgaon, India.
- Dr. Jivisha Joshi Gangopadhyay
- Durbar Hall
Dr. Jivisha Joshi Gangopadhyay
Dr. Jivisha Joshi Gangopadhyay is the Deputy Secretary in Logistics Division, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade in the Ministry of Commerce. She is the nodal officer for PMGatishakti. Along with PMgatishakti, her responsibilities include – National logistics policy, International and EXIM related issues pertaining to logistics. She is also nodal officer for Ease of doing business and looks after BReady index along with Decriminalization of laws of investment friendliness in country. On the logistics and infrastructure front, she has been working with multinational organizations including G20, BIMSTEC, SCO, Asian Development Bank and World Bank, and also part of international coordination efforts with countries such as Germany, and Republic of Korea. She is an officer of the Indian Railway Traffic Service with extensive experience in operational and project management areas. She is an avid reader, trained dancer and travel enthusiast.
- Joyce Tai
- Durbar Hall
Joyce Tai
Joyce Tai is the Executive Vice President of Worldwide Partnership at FREIGHTOS GROUP. In this role, she drives the strategy and development of digital freight ecosystem together with carriers, e-commerce and payment platforms, and large BCOs. With over 20 years of experience across software and technology product companies, Joyce’s background spans a variety of segments including smart manufacturing, B2B2B and B2B2C ecommerce, smart packaging, and managing large sales and professional services organizations in Asia for global companies.
- Keku Bomi Gazder
- Durbar Hall
Keku Bomi Gazder
Mr. Keku Bomi Gazder is the Managing Director & CEO of Aviapro Logistics Services Pvt. Ltd., with over 35 years of experience in the air cargo industry across the Middle East, Levant, and Indian Subcontinent. He formerly served as CEO of AAICLAS, India’s largest air cargo terminal operator, and was Regional Director for Saudi Arabian Airlines Cargo. He also held leadership roles with Kenya Airways Cargo and Martinair Cargo during his 21-year tenure in the Middle East. At AAICLAS, he launched India’s first Road/Air transshipment via Kolkata (2018) and played a key role in initiatives like Lifeline Udaan, Vaccine Maitri, and Krishi Udaan. He commissioned several cargo terminals across India, significantly strengthening the nation’s air logistics infrastructure. Awards & Recognitions: CEO of the Year – Indian Achievers Forum Logistics Visionary of the Year – CargoNXT Air Cargo Person of the Year – ACAAI Covid Warrior Award – CIDC Trailblazer & Industry Ambassador – DDP He is a Chartered Member of CMILT and has served on various national aviation and logistics committees. Currently, he is a Board Member of ACFI and CCUB, and advises multiple aviation startups.
- P. BALASUBRAMANIAN
- Durbar Hall
P. BALASUBRAMANIAN
Leading global expert in providing/influencing Aviation industry direction in the areas of Passenger, Cargo, Ground Operations and Dangerous Goods through direct roles in apex international bodies, both regulatory and industry, in creating and enhancing global quality standards Clientele profile includes air cargo strategy/tactical assistance for airlines, forwarders, global operations, quality and standards, business development, procurement and training The only Asian to be part of the Judges Panel to select Air Cargo stakeholders for global awards in several categories At national level, privileged to contribute through regular interaction with o Sr Economic Advisor to Ministry of Civil Aviation – National Air Cargo Policy o DPIIT, Logistics Division in the Ministry of Commerce – National Logistics Policy o Represented Logistics sector in presenting sector recommendations for implementation to Hon’ble PM and Ministers along with Manufacturing giants of India such as Apple, TATA Power, Siemens and Auto industry o Director General of Civil Aviation for Dangerous Goods and Air Safety related topics in contributing to the Government’s vision to usher in all round development in practices, processes, infrastructure towards the larger goal of ‘ease of doing business’ and India’s representation in ICAO DG Panel Created/contributed to Aviation related educational programs/topics to: o Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore – M. Tech – Mobility o Hindustan Aeronautics Academy, Bangalore o National School of Business, Bangalore o Vivekananda College, Chennai – Certification and MBA
- Satish Lakkaraju
- Durbar Hall
Satish Lakkaraju
Satish Lakkaraju is a veteran in the logistics and supply chain industry with over 30 years of experience. He currently serves as Senior Vice President & Global Head of Air Freight and Pharma at Wiz Freight. Starting his career with TNT Skypak, Satish has held key leadership roles at AFL Pvt. Ltd., Dachser India, and Agility Logistics, where he served as Chief Commercial Officer for six years. His expertise spans Air & Ocean Freight, Operations, Customs Clearance, and Sales. An alumnus of Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Satish is a Board Member of ACFI, Chair of its Event Management pillar, and Vice Chairman of the Knowledge & Research Task Pillar. He is a passionate advocate for life sciences logistics and a recognized cold chain expert, regularly speaking at national and international forums. Satish is also the Founder and Chairman of the renowned Cold Chain Unbroken (CCUB) event, running successfully for six years. He serves as an advisor to FTCCI, contributing significantly to industry growth. Known for his insights and leadership, Satish is a highly respected voice in global logistics.
- Ramesh Mamidala
- Durbar Hall
Ramesh Mamidala
Ramesh Mamidala is an engineer with masters in transport planning and MBA from Bradford University. Ramesh has been in logistics industry for more than 30 years, out of which he spent more than 2 and half decades in air cargo logistics industry. Ramesh spent more than one and half decades with Emirates Group in Dubai working across multiple functions and business units such as Danata Cargo, Mercator and Emirates SkyCargo. In his stint with Emirates SkyCargo, he managed infrastructure development, global products development/ management, and special products operations at the hub. He was associated with Qatar Airways Group as the Head of QAS Cargo wherein he managed the transition of airport cargo operations from the old airport to the current airport in 2014. He was the CEO of Celebi Cargo Business in Delhi from 2014 to 2019 wherein Delhi airport witnessed its cargo volumes exceeding 1 million tons annually. He was the Chief Cargo Officer for Adani Airports Holdings Limited until recently managing both Cargo and GH business units. He is currently associated with Air India Cargo as Head Cargo in Gurgaon. He is here to transform Cargo Structure in Air India. In view of plan of freighter induction, to balance capacity to operate multiple hubs in India. Working on extensive scale to fill out this capacity imbalance. He is working to establish an Establishment of Logistics Module as per latest Industry Norms.
- Shri Piyush Srivastava
- Durbar Hall
Shri Piyush Srivastava
Shri Piyush Srivastava is a seasoned Indian Economic Service Officer. He did his M.Phil. from the prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi. He has over 30 years of practical experience in General Management, Policy Formulation, Scheme Formulation and Implementation, Strategy, Evaluation, Economic Analysis, Monitoring Training. Shri Srivastava has served with distinction in various Ministries in responsible positions in different Departments/Divisions handling sensitive charges. His eventful journey in the Government involved dealing with Power Sector at the peak of the crisis period and subsequent reforms, dealing with multilateral funding agencies (WBLADB), Capital Markets Administration, Command Area Development, Consumer Affairs, Government Expenditure Regulation, Economic Intelligence and Industrial Development. He was the Project Director of a World Bank aided GoI flag scheme in which he was involved from conception to successful implementation. In the past he has served on Boards of Project & Development India Ltd. (PDIL), National Fertilizers Corporation, NSFDC, Global Innovation & Technology Alliance (GITA) and National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad. Besides he has been the Vice-Chairman / on the Governing Council of 22 MSME Technology Centers. Presently on the Board of AAICLAS. In his present posting in Ministry of Civil Aviation he looks after the Drones, Cargo Sector, Aircraft Manufacturing & MROs and Aircraft Leasing &Financing, Aero Sports, HR & Skill Development.
- YASHPAL SHARMA
- Durbar Hall
YASHPAL SHARMA
Yash Sharma is a visionary logistics leader and Managing Director of Skyways Group, founded in 1983 by his father, S.L. Sharma. A graduate of the University of Delhi (1995) and an alumnus of Harvard Business School’s Strategic IQ program (2014), Yash joined the family business after initial experience in the export industry. Under his leadership, Skyways has grown from a 17-member team in 1995 to over 950 personnel across 31 locations in India and overseas offices in Germany, Vietnam, UAE, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, and Thailand. The Group comprises multiple specialized entities in air, ocean, road, express logistics, LCL consolidation, IT, and learning. Notably, Yash launched CargoFlash, the world’s first web marketplace for air cargo, in 2000. Skyways has ranked as India’s No. 1 Air Freight Forwarder (2017–2022, World ACD) and No. 29 globally in IATA’s e-AWB rankings. He served as President of Air Cargo Forum India (ACFI) (2022–2024), advocating for a globally competitive Indian air cargo ecosystem in partnership with government and industry bodies.
- Mr. Rajesh Menon
- Durbar Hall
Mr. Rajesh Menon
Mr. Rajesh Menon is the Regional Head of Cargo for South Asia, Middle East, and Africa (SAMEA) and is based in Mumbai, India. He has an experience of over 20 years in airport operations, and in Cargo and Passenger Sales and Marketing. Born and educated in Mumbai, Mr. Menon has been working with Cathay since 2005. Having being appointed as the Regional Head of Cargo in October 2018, Mr. Menon has been responsible for overseeing the business and operations for Cathay Cargo.
- Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu
- Durbar Hall
Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, Chief Guest
Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu (born December 18, 1987, in Nimmada, Srikakulam) is a dynamic Indian politician and the youngest-ever Cabinet Minister in the NDA government as of 2024. Son of the late TDP leader and Central Minister Yerran Naidu, he carries forward a legacy of public service. Educated at Delhi Public School, RK Puram, he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from Long Island. Initially pursuing a career in Singapore, he entered politics following his father’s demise in 2012. At age 26, he became the second youngest MP in the 16th Lok Sabha, elected from Srikakulam in 2014. A close associate of N. Chandrababu Naidu, he plays a key leadership role in the TDP, including during crises like NCBN’s arrest. As an MP, he served on several key parliamentary committees including Agriculture, Railways, Home Affairs, and OBC welfare. In 2020, he received the Sansad Ratna Award for his parliamentary performance. A progressive voice in Parliament, he advocated for paternity leave, menstrual and sex education, and removal of GST on sanitary pads. He is a strong supporter of women’s rights and youth involvement in politics, mentoring over 175 interns through youth initiatives. Married to Shri Sravya with a daughter born in 2021, Ram Mohan Naidu also enjoys photography, cricket, and basketball. Following his father’s footsteps, he continues to inspire as a symbol of modern, inclusive, and youth-driven Indian politics.
- ANUPAMA KACHHAP
- Durbar Hall
ANUPAMA KACHHAP
Anupama Kachhap is an accomplished aviation professional with over two decades of expertise in Air Cargo Sales, Services, and Management. Her career includes leadership roles with globally renowned organizations such as Singapore Airlines, Air Logistics Group, Cathay Pacific, and FedEx. Her core strengths lie in revenue generation, people management, client relationships, marketing, and operational excellence. She specializes in guiding organizations through transitions, start-ups, and strategic projects—combining high-level planning with hands-on execution to deliver impactful results. After a successful journey with multiple premium carriers, Anupama is now contributing to the growth of WFS— world’s leading air cargo handler. In her current role as Head of Commercial, WFS BLR, she drives revenue, profitability, and growth by leading commercial strategies, managing key client relationships, and ensuring business goals are consistently met. Anupama is a literature graduate and an active member of ACFI. She is a proud recipient of prestigious honours such as the “Pinnacle Woman Achiever of the Year” by Kempegowda International Airport Ltd and the “Woman Personality of the Year” award at the 5th edition of the South East Air Cargo Conclave.
- Glyn Hughes
- Durbar Hall
Glyn Hughes
Glyn Hughes Director General, TIACA Glyn has been involved in Air Cargo for nearly 40 years having started his career with British Caledonian in the UK. He joined IATA in 1991 and become IATA’s Global Head of Cargo in June 2014. In February 2021, Glyn joined TIACA as its first Director general where he works with the Board to deliver the organization’s vision for a safe, profitable and united air cargo industry that embraces modern technologies and practices, to sustainably serve trade and social development worldwide. Priority areas include safety, security, sustainability, digitalization and innovation. He is dedicated to developing collaborative relationships and is a firm believer in supporting the next generation of industry leaders and innovators.
- Mark Sutch
- Durbar Hall
Mark Sutch
Mark Sutch is Chief Commercial Officer for Cargo at IndiGo Airlines, responsible for both commercial and operational activities, including the airline’s newly introduced freighter aircraft. Mark has a wealth of experience in the airline business having spent 25 years with Cathay Pacific where he held key roles in various departments of the airline including Flight Operations, Revenue Management and Cargo. During his time in Cathay Pacific, he was based in diverse geographies including Korea, Taiwan, The Philippines, France, Sri Lanka and India. Prior to joining IndiGo, Mark was Chief Commercial Officer at CMA CGM Air Cargo helping the airline in its start-up stage before its JV integration with Air France KLM Cargo. Mark holds a Batchelor’s degree from Durham University, UK, and is a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at INSEAD, France. He is based at IndiGo’s Head Quarters in Gurgaon, India.
- Dr. Jivisha Joshi Gangopadhyay
- Durbar Hall
Dr. Jivisha Joshi Gangopadhyay
Dr. Jivisha Joshi Gangopadhyay is the Deputy Secretary in Logistics Division, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade in the Ministry of Commerce. She is the nodal officer for PMGatishakti. Along with PMgatishakti, her responsibilities include – National logistics policy, International and EXIM related issues pertaining to logistics. She is also nodal officer for Ease of doing business and looks after BReady index along with Decriminalization of laws of investment friendliness in country. On the logistics and infrastructure front, she has been working with multinational organizations including G20, BIMSTEC, SCO, Asian Development Bank and World Bank, and also part of international coordination efforts with countries such as Germany, and Republic of Korea. She is an officer of the Indian Railway Traffic Service with extensive experience in operational and project management areas. She is an avid reader, trained dancer and travel enthusiast.
- Joyce Tai
- Durbar Hall
Joyce Tai
Joyce Tai is the Executive Vice President of Worldwide Partnership at FREIGHTOS GROUP. In this role, she drives the strategy and development of digital freight ecosystem together with carriers, e-commerce and payment platforms, and large BCOs. With over 20 years of experience across software and technology product companies, Joyce’s background spans a variety of segments including smart manufacturing, B2B2B and B2B2C ecommerce, smart packaging, and managing large sales and professional services organizations in Asia for global companies.
- Keku Bomi Gazder
- Durbar Hall
Keku Bomi Gazder
Mr. Keku Bomi Gazder is the Managing Director & CEO of Aviapro Logistics Services Pvt. Ltd., with over 35 years of experience in the air cargo industry across the Middle East, Levant, and Indian Subcontinent. He formerly served as CEO of AAICLAS, India’s largest air cargo terminal operator, and was Regional Director for Saudi Arabian Airlines Cargo. He also held leadership roles with Kenya Airways Cargo and Martinair Cargo during his 21-year tenure in the Middle East. At AAICLAS, he launched India’s first Road/Air transshipment via Kolkata (2018) and played a key role in initiatives like Lifeline Udaan, Vaccine Maitri, and Krishi Udaan. He commissioned several cargo terminals across India, significantly strengthening the nation’s air logistics infrastructure. Awards & Recognitions: CEO of the Year – Indian Achievers Forum Logistics Visionary of the Year – CargoNXT Air Cargo Person of the Year – ACAAI Covid Warrior Award – CIDC Trailblazer & Industry Ambassador – DDP He is a Chartered Member of CMILT and has served on various national aviation and logistics committees. Currently, he is a Board Member of ACFI and CCUB, and advises multiple aviation startups.
- P. BALASUBRAMANIAN
- Durbar Hall
P. BALASUBRAMANIAN
Leading global expert in providing/influencing Aviation industry direction in the areas of Passenger, Cargo, Ground Operations and Dangerous Goods through direct roles in apex international bodies, both regulatory and industry, in creating and enhancing global quality standards Clientele profile includes air cargo strategy/tactical assistance for airlines, forwarders, global operations, quality and standards, business development, procurement and training The only Asian to be part of the Judges Panel to select Air Cargo stakeholders for global awards in several categories At national level, privileged to contribute through regular interaction with o Sr Economic Advisor to Ministry of Civil Aviation – National Air Cargo Policy o DPIIT, Logistics Division in the Ministry of Commerce – National Logistics Policy o Represented Logistics sector in presenting sector recommendations for implementation to Hon’ble PM and Ministers along with Manufacturing giants of India such as Apple, TATA Power, Siemens and Auto industry o Director General of Civil Aviation for Dangerous Goods and Air Safety related topics in contributing to the Government’s vision to usher in all round development in practices, processes, infrastructure towards the larger goal of ‘ease of doing business’ and India’s representation in ICAO DG Panel Created/contributed to Aviation related educational programs/topics to: o Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore – M. Tech – Mobility o Hindustan Aeronautics Academy, Bangalore o National School of Business, Bangalore o Vivekananda College, Chennai – Certification and MBA
- Satish Lakkaraju
- Durbar Hall
Satish Lakkaraju
Satish Lakkaraju is a veteran in the logistics and supply chain industry with over 30 years of experience. He currently serves as Senior Vice President & Global Head of Air Freight and Pharma at Wiz Freight. Starting his career with TNT Skypak, Satish has held key leadership roles at AFL Pvt. Ltd., Dachser India, and Agility Logistics, where he served as Chief Commercial Officer for six years. His expertise spans Air & Ocean Freight, Operations, Customs Clearance, and Sales. An alumnus of Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Satish is a Board Member of ACFI, Chair of its Event Management pillar, and Vice Chairman of the Knowledge & Research Task Pillar. He is a passionate advocate for life sciences logistics and a recognized cold chain expert, regularly speaking at national and international forums. Satish is also the Founder and Chairman of the renowned Cold Chain Unbroken (CCUB) event, running successfully for six years. He serves as an advisor to FTCCI, contributing significantly to industry growth. Known for his insights and leadership, Satish is a highly respected voice in global logistics.
- Ramesh Mamidala
- Durbar Hall
Ramesh Mamidala
Ramesh Mamidala is an engineer with masters in transport planning and MBA from Bradford University. Ramesh has been in logistics industry for more than 30 years, out of which he spent more than 2 and half decades in air cargo logistics industry. Ramesh spent more than one and half decades with Emirates Group in Dubai working across multiple functions and business units such as Danata Cargo, Mercator and Emirates SkyCargo. In his stint with Emirates SkyCargo, he managed infrastructure development, global products development/ management, and special products operations at the hub. He was associated with Qatar Airways Group as the Head of QAS Cargo wherein he managed the transition of airport cargo operations from the old airport to the current airport in 2014. He was the CEO of Celebi Cargo Business in Delhi from 2014 to 2019 wherein Delhi airport witnessed its cargo volumes exceeding 1 million tons annually. He was the Chief Cargo Officer for Adani Airports Holdings Limited until recently managing both Cargo and GH business units. He is currently associated with Air India Cargo as Head Cargo in Gurgaon. He is here to transform Cargo Structure in Air India. In view of plan of freighter induction, to balance capacity to operate multiple hubs in India. Working on extensive scale to fill out this capacity imbalance. He is working to establish an Establishment of Logistics Module as per latest Industry Norms.
- Shri Piyush Srivastava
- Durbar Hall
Shri Piyush Srivastava
Shri Piyush Srivastava is a seasoned Indian Economic Service Officer. He did his M.Phil. from the prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi. He has over 30 years of practical experience in General Management, Policy Formulation, Scheme Formulation and Implementation, Strategy, Evaluation, Economic Analysis, Monitoring Training. Shri Srivastava has served with distinction in various Ministries in responsible positions in different Departments/Divisions handling sensitive charges. His eventful journey in the Government involved dealing with Power Sector at the peak of the crisis period and subsequent reforms, dealing with multilateral funding agencies (WBLADB), Capital Markets Administration, Command Area Development, Consumer Affairs, Government Expenditure Regulation, Economic Intelligence and Industrial Development. He was the Project Director of a World Bank aided GoI flag scheme in which he was involved from conception to successful implementation. In the past he has served on Boards of Project & Development India Ltd. (PDIL), National Fertilizers Corporation, NSFDC, Global Innovation & Technology Alliance (GITA) and National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad. Besides he has been the Vice-Chairman / on the Governing Council of 22 MSME Technology Centers. Presently on the Board of AAICLAS. In his present posting in Ministry of Civil Aviation he looks after the Drones, Cargo Sector, Aircraft Manufacturing & MROs and Aircraft Leasing &Financing, Aero Sports, HR & Skill Development.
- YASHPAL SHARMA
- Durbar Hall
YASHPAL SHARMA
Yash Sharma is a visionary logistics leader and Managing Director of Skyways Group, founded in 1983 by his father, S.L. Sharma. A graduate of the University of Delhi (1995) and an alumnus of Harvard Business School’s Strategic IQ program (2014), Yash joined the family business after initial experience in the export industry. Under his leadership, Skyways has grown from a 17-member team in 1995 to over 950 personnel across 31 locations in India and overseas offices in Germany, Vietnam, UAE, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, and Thailand. The Group comprises multiple specialized entities in air, ocean, road, express logistics, LCL consolidation, IT, and learning. Notably, Yash launched CargoFlash, the world’s first web marketplace for air cargo, in 2000. Skyways has ranked as India’s No. 1 Air Freight Forwarder (2017–2022, World ACD) and No. 29 globally in IATA’s e-AWB rankings. He served as President of Air Cargo Forum India (ACFI) (2022–2024), advocating for a globally competitive Indian air cargo ecosystem in partnership with government and industry bodies.
- Mr. Rajesh Menon
- Durbar Hall
Mr. Rajesh Menon
Mr. Rajesh Menon is the Regional Head of Cargo for South Asia, Middle East, and Africa (SAMEA) and is based in Mumbai, India. He has an experience of over 20 years in airport operations, and in Cargo and Passenger Sales and Marketing. Born and educated in Mumbai, Mr. Menon has been working with Cathay since 2005. Having being appointed as the Regional Head of Cargo in October 2018, Mr. Menon has been responsible for overseeing the business and operations for Cathay Cargo.
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| Program Schedule – ACFI Annual Conclave 2025 (Date: 11.07.2025) |
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| TIME | Program Schedule |
|---|---|
| 0830 – 0945 hrs. | Registration and Networking |
| 0945 – 1000 hrs. | Security Briefing |
| 1000 – 1100 hrs. |
Inaugural Session 1000 – 1005 hrs: Lighting of Lamp by Chief Guest, Guest of Honours, and other Dignitaries
1005 – 1010 hrs: National Anthem
1010 – 1015 hrs: Welcome Address by Mr Karanjit Singh Wadhwa
1015 – 1025 hrs: Context setting by Mr. Satish Lakkaraju
1025 – 1040 hrs: Knowledge Report by Mr. Anand Kumar Singh
1040 – 1050 hrs: International Guest of Honour: Mr. Glyn Hughes
1050 – 1100 hrs: Guest of Honour: Mr. Piyush Srivastava, Mr. Dheeraj Rastogi
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| 1110 – 1140 hrs. |
President Address & Ceremony 1110 – 1120 hrs: Address by Mr. Sanjiv Edward
1120 – 1125 hrs: Introduction of Chief Guest: Shri Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu
1125 – 1135 hrs: Felicitation of Dignitaries, Sponsors
1135 – 1140 hrs: Vote of thanks by Mr. Ramesh Mamidala
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| 1140 – 1200 hrs. | Tea/Coffee Break – 1 |
| 1200 – 1210 hrs. | MOU Sign with TIACA |
| 1215 – 1310 hrs. |
Business Session – 1: From Turbulence to Triumph — India’s Air Cargo Rise in a New World Order Moderator: Mr. Ramesh Mamidala, Head Cargo, Air India Limited
Speakers:
(Q&A Session + Felicitation)
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| 1310 – 1400 hrs. | Networking Lunch Break |
| 1400 – 1500 hrs. |
Business Session – 2: Tech-Driven Cargo Moderator: Mr. Satish Lakkaraju, Nexgen Logistics
Speakers:
(Q&A Session + Felicitation)
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| 1500 – 1530 hrs. | Tea/Coffee Break – 2 |
| 1530 – 1630 hrs. |
Business Session – 3: Green Corridors & Sustainable Trade Lane Moderator: Mr. Keku Bomi Gazder
Speakers:
(Q&A Session + Felicitation)
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| 1630 – 1730 hrs. |
Business Session – 4: Securing India’s Cargo Future Moderator: Mr. Yashpal Sharma
Speakers:
(Q&A Session + Felicitation)
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| 1730 – 1740 hrs. | Felicitation of the Conclave Sponsors |
| 1740 – 1750 hrs. | Summary by Mr. Arun Kumar |
| 1750 – 1800 hrs. | Vote of Thanks by Mr. Avinash Razdan |
| 1800 – 1830 hrs. | Networking Hi-Tea / Exhibition Area |
| 1830 – 1930 hrs. |
Welcome Cocktails and Networking Engage with industry leaders in a sophisticated setting |
| 1930 – 2000 hrs. | Commencement of Awards |
| 2000 – 2045 hrs. | Felicitation of ACFI Trainers, Chapters and Pillars |
| 2045 – 2130 hrs. |
Innovation Awards Ceremony Witness the recognition of trailblazing innovations shaping our industry’s Future |
| 2130 – 2300 hrs. | Cocktails and Gala Dinner & Music Performance |
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