✈️Discover Italian Innovation at AAAE 2026
From 3–5 May 2026, the global airport community will gather in Los Angeles for the 98th Annual AAAE Annual Conference & Exposition, one of the most influential airport industry events in North America.
Hosted at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the event brings together thousands of airport executives, decision-makers, and solution providers to explore the future of airport operations, infrastructure, and digital transformation.
Within this high-level environment, Italy will be strongly represented through a dedicated Italian Pavilion, organized by the Italian Trade Agency in collaboration with Air Tech Italy.
A Strong and Integrated Italian Presence
The Italian Pavilion will showcase a selected group of leading Italian aviation companies, representing a broad spectrum of expertise across the airport ecosystem—from engineering and infrastructure to digital systems, passenger experience, and operational efficiency.
This collective presence reflects a clear ambition:
To demonstrate how integrated Italian expertise can support the modernization and performance of airport operations worldwide.
As seen across ITA-led international initiatives, these pavilions are designed to:
- promote Italian industrial excellence
- foster international partnerships
- create concrete business opportunities
Meet the Companies
At the Italian Pavilion, visitors will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse portfolio of companies covering key airport domains, including:
- Airport planning, engineering & consultancy
- Security & screening technologies
- Passenger processing & digital solutions
- Airside and landside infrastructure
- Operational optimization & data-driven systems
What Air Tech Italy Members Will Showcase
Flex Industries
Flex Industries will demonstrate how intuitive wayfinding, advanced queue management and impactful visual communication can transform the passenger journey. By improving navigation and optimizing passenger flows, their solutions help airports reduce congestion, shorten waiting times and significantly enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
A-ICE
With over 20 years of experience, A-ICE delivers integrated IT solutions for airports, airlines and ground handlers. Its portfolio – including Airport in Cloud (AiC), A-DCS, A-BRS and A-FIDS – enables seamless management of passengers, baggage, flight information and turnaround processes. By connecting key operational data, A-ICE helps airports improve coordination, efficiency and overall performance.
Luxsolar
Luxsolar, a brand of CE2K, will present its advanced LED aircraft warning lighting systems designed for aviation safety and energy efficiency. Its portfolio includes obstruction lighting, heliport solutions and smart monitoring platforms enabling real-time diagnostics and predictive maintenance. By combining compliance with ICAO and FAA standards with reduced energy consumption, Luxsolar helps airports enhance safety while lowering operational costs.
Custom Group
Custom Group will showcase its latest generation of boarding pass and baggage tag printers, designed for flexible check-in and self-service environments. With over 200,000 units deployed worldwide, its solutions support reliable, scalable passenger processing, enabling airports to streamline operations while improving the passenger experience.
FibreFENCE
FibreFENCE will present its composite material fencing and gate solutions designed for airport perimeter protection. Engineered to meet ICAO frangibility requirements and certified for durability and radio transparency, these solutions provide lightweight, high-performance security infrastructure. Their approach combines safety, long-term reliability and reduced maintenance, supporting efficient airport operations.
Enter Med
Enter Med will introduce a range of next-generation solutions addressing airport security, operations and safety. Highlights include the HEELP Radar-Antidrone system, a Virtual APOC platform for disruption management, and AI-driven passenger and ID recognition technologies. These solutions enable airports to manage complex scenarios more efficiently while improving safety and operational continuity.
Aviogei
Aviogei will showcase the continued success of its electric conveyor belt loader NS 450LE, a proven solution widely deployed across Europe and now gaining strong traction in the U.S. market. The company will also introduce its VSTM 737E lavatory unit, an electric solution designed for efficiency and ease of operation, offering up to 10 hours of autonomy, low maintenance requirements, front-approach operation and a reduced turning radius.
MULTI ELECTRIC
With over a century of expertise, MULTI ELECTRIC will showcase its latest innovations in airfield ground lighting. Its high-performance, reliable AGL solutions are designed to enhance safety while supporting more sustainable airport operations, helping airports meet both operational and environmental objectives.
DATALOGIC
Meet our member Datalogic, showcasing advanced baggage identification and tracking solutions designed to enhance airport efficiency and accuracy.
With over 40 years of expertise in airport automation, Datalogic will highlight technologies such as its AV900 industrial imager and intelligent inspection systems, enabling high-performance 360° baggage reading, improved sort accuracy, and reliable operations even at peak capacity.
👉 The full list of participating companies can be found here
Together, these companies illustrate the strength of Italy’s aviation ecosystem:
complementary capabilities that, when combined, deliver end-to-end airport solutions.
Why It Matters
The AAAE Annual Conference is not just another industry event,it is a strategic marketplace for airport investment and decision-making in the United States.
For Italian companies, it represents:
- a direct gateway to U.S. airport operators and authorities
- an opportunity to position innovative, export-ready solutions
- a platform to build long-term partnerships in one of the world’s most mature aviation markets
For visitors, the Italian Pavilion offers:
- a one-stop access point to multiple high-level suppliers
- a chance to explore integrated solutions rather than standalone products
- direct interaction with companies experienced in complex international airport projects
🤝 Meet Us in Los Angeles
We invite airport operators, industry stakeholders, and partners to visit the Italian Pavilion during the event and discover how Italian companies are contributing to:
- more efficient airport operations
- enhanced passenger experience
- improved safety and security
- accelerated digital transformation
📍 Event Details
- Event: AAAE Annual Conference & Exposition
- Dates: 3–5 May 2026
- Location: Los Angeles Convention Center
- City: Los Angeles
Join Us
Whether you are looking for innovative solutions, trusted partners, or new perspectives on airport operations, the Italian Pavilion is your gateway to the best of Italian aviation expertise.
We look forward to welcoming you in Los Angeles! Connect with us to find out more.