Istvan Szabo | Chief Operating Officer
Berlin Brandenburg Airport

Istvan Szabo, Chief Operating Officer, Berlin Brandenburg Airport

Istvan Szabo is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Operating Officer with extensive experience in the aviation industry. Currently serving as the COO of Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Istvan is a visionary leader known for his strategic approach to business models, technology integration, sustainability initiatives, and innovation in the global aviation sector.

With a proven track record of driving operational excellence and optimizing efficiency, Istvan has successfully led large-scale projects and implemented cutting-edge technologies to enhance the passenger experience and streamline airport operations. 
Istvan's passion for innovation and his forward-thinking mindset have positioned him as a thought leader in the aviation industry. His insights on emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and market dynamics make him a sought-after speaker at prestigious events like the World Aviation Festival, where he shares his vision for the future of aviation and inspires industry professionals to embrace change and drive growth.

 

Appearances:



WAF Day 2 @ 16:25

Panel: Building joint operational resilience - how do airports, airlines and handlers move beyond parallel responses?

  • During disruption, where do responsibilities still fracture across airports, airlines and ground handlers?
  • What real-time data sharing is needed to move from reactive responses to proactive joint decision-making?
  • How can we align incentives when operational KPIs and performance metrics differ?
  • Which digital tools are genuinely improving operational coordination across the ecosystem?
  • What would a truly integrated and resilient airport operating model look like over the next five years?
last published: 28/May/26 09:35 GMT

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