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The Al Shindagha Museum, located on the shores of Dubai Creek in the renowned historic district of Al Shindagha, has been chosen as the venue for the 13th Conference on Aviation Law. This museum serves as a beacon of Emirati heritage, bridging the rich past with the future and showcasing contemporary Emirati identity.
The museum complex consists of 21 unique structures, including the House of Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum, built in 1896. Until the mid-20th century, it was the residence of the ruling Al Maktoum dynasty, to which Dubai’s current emir belongs. Today, the building houses a museum dedicated to the ruling family.
For the conference, a spacious and well-lit Visitor Center has been designated, seamlessly blending with its historical surroundings. Its modern facilities will ensure a comfortable experience for delegates throughout the working day.
As part of the event, delegates will be offered a guided tour within the walls of Al Shindagha Museum, providing an immersive journey through the history of human innovation, resilience, and the drive for progress that has shaped modern Dubai.
📍 Al Shindagha Museum: Dubai, Al Khaleej Road, House 57
In the photo: Moderator: Shadi ALSHDAIFAT, Associate Professor of International Public Law, Sharjah University, Sharjah Speaker: Maxim ASTAFYEV, Deputy General Director for Legal Support, S7 Airlines, Moscow Speaker: Lale KAPLAN, Lecturer in Aviation Law and Turkish Labor Law, Özyeğin University, Istanbul Speaker: Oksana KARPACHEVA, Managing Partner, Themis, Krasnoyarsk Speaker: Hao LIU, Secretary General, Joint Authorities for Rulemaking on Unmanned Systems (JARUS), Beijing
We are proud to announce that the Thirteenth Aviation Law Conference took place from October 17th to 19th, 2024, in Dubai (UAE), gathering leading global experts, scholars, airline representatives, and government officials to discuss key issues in the industry. Organized by the National Aviation Law Association and the AEROHELP Institute of Air and Space Law, the conference was held at the historic and symbolic location of the Al Shindagha Museum. This setting allowed participants not only to dive into discussions but also to experience the hospitality and grandeur of the Emirates.
The inspiration for the discussions came from the panel “Existential Threats and Risks for Aviation,” moderated by Professor Shadi Alshdaifat, an expert in international public law from the University of Sharjah. Notable presentations included those by Maxim Astafyev (Deputy General Director for Legal Support at S7 Airlines, Moscow) and Hao Liu (Secretary General of JARUS, Beijing). Astafyev provided practical and valuable recommendations, while Hao Liu offered a detailed analysis of the 11 most pressing threats to the aviation community, which resonated deeply with the audience. Madame Lale Kaplan, Lecturer in Aviation and Labor Law at Özyeğin University (Istanbul), presented a scientific approach to aviation safety issues, proposing international perspectives on solutions. Oksana Karpacheva (Managing Partner at Themis, Krasnoyarsk) emphasized the growing importance of cyber threats, helping participants gain a deeper understanding of digital security in aviation.
Equally impressive was the panel “Towards a Unified Sky in a Multipolar World,” moderated by Professor Pablo Méndez de León, a renowned expert in aviation law from The Hague. Dmitry Zverev, State Secretary and Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation, presented Russia’s vision for global cooperation. Rajesh Singh (Special Director of InterGlobe Aviation, India) shed light on regional issues in India and their potential solutions.
Another highly anticipated panel was “Financing in Aviation or Money Down the Drain?” moderated by Ilya Kabachnik (Deputy General Director for Aviation Insurance at AlfaStrakhovanie, Moscow). Speakers such as Vladislav Rikoff (Partner and Head of Aviation and Asset Financing Practice, BGP Litigation, Moscow), Sherif Hosseini (Partner and Head of Aviation Practice at Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy, Cairo), and Vladimir Kilinkarov (Partner and Head of Infrastructure and PPP Practice at Nextons, Moscow) discussed the future of financing, leasing, and public-private partnership (PPP) projects. This session offered a deeper understanding of the financial aspects of aviation, their impact on industry growth, and capital management strategies.
The “The Passenger is Always Right! – A Theorem or an Axiom?” panel, moderated by Mia Wouters, Professor of Aviation Law at Ghent University (Brussels), addressed pressing issues related to passenger rights and airline liability. Speakers included Angela Norina (Partner, Norina and Partners, Vladivostok), Rinat Gareev (Senior Legal Advisor, Whitecliff Management, Dubai), Yuri Morozov (Senior Partner, Attorneys Group, Moscow), and Zlata Vorontsova (Head of Marketing and PR, TCP, Moscow).
The “Manned and Unmanned Aviation: Liability and Obligations” panel, moderated by Hao Liu, also generated extraordinary interest. The session featured presentations by Anton Nikiforov (Aviation Expert, Moscow), Olga Koloshich (Head of Legal and HR Department, Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Republic of Belarus, Minsk), Carlos Beltran (Chief Operating Officer, ATAA, Dubai), and Gleb Babintsev (CEO, AERONEXT Association, Moscow). The discussions were particularly heated, covering both the future of unmanned technologies and issues of liability surrounding their implementation.
After the intensive program, participants enjoyed a gala dinner aboard a three-deck yacht, taking in the stunning night view of Dubai, which glowed with bright lights, symbolizing the unity of the international aviation community. This conference marked an important milestone for the development of the industry, bringing specialists from around the world together in pursuit of a safe and efficient future for aviation.
On the photo: Shadi ALSHDAIFAT, Associate Professor of International Public Law, University of Sharjah, Sharjah; Hao LIU, Secretary General, Joint Authorities for Rulemaking on Unmanned Systems (JARUS), Beijing; Oksana KARPACHEVA, Managing Partner, Themis, Russia; Cătălin RADU, General Director, Civil Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan, Astana.
Pablo MENDES DE LEÓN, Professor of Air and Space Law, The Hague; Rajesh SINGH, Special Director, InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo Airlines), Gurgaon.
Yuri MOROZOV, Senior Partner, Attorneys Group, Moscow; Alexey Leonov, Advisor to the CEO, “Ai Fly” JSC.
Oleg AKSAMENTOV, Director, AEROHELP Institute of Air and Space Law, St. Petersburg; Anton NIKIFOROV, Expert, AEROHELP Institute of Air and Space Law, St. Petersburg; Vera Aksyuk, Deputy Head of Digital Transformation and Information Support Department, Rosaviatsiya, Moscow, Russia; Vera Obraztsova, Konvers Avia, Tver, Russia; and other colleagues.
