Speakers

The NCE Airports conference brings together a dynamic group of industry leaders, innovators, and experts who will share their insights on the future of UK aviation. Our speakers represent a diverse range of expertise, from regional airport development and connectivity to the latest in technological innovation and sustainability practices. They will provide invaluable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the aviation sector, offering attendees practical solutions and cutting-edge ideas to help shape the future of airport infrastructure.

Abigail Grenfell
sustainability strategy and engagement lead
Civil Aviation Authority
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Alex Johnson
transport planning analyst
Birmingham Airport
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Cheryl McNall
aviation global solutions director,
Jacobs
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Chris Mattock
global head of sustainability for infrastructure
Mace
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Chris Pickard
director of sustainable aviation
Jacobs
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Chris Wheeler
regional director
Waterman Aspen
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Christopher Snelling
policy director
AirportsUK
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Daniel Fell
chief executive officer
Doncaster
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Elvis Baguma
innovation services specialist
CAA
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Francesc Pacifico
head of sustainability and environment
London City Airport
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Gary Lloyd
director
envAero
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Geraldine Badura
construction sustainability lead
London Gatwick Airport
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Giulio Corte
technical director - sustainability & climate change aviation lead
WSP
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Helen Leadbetter
project lead
CAA
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Henrik Rothe
senior lecturer in Airport planning / management, Centre for Air Transport Management
Cranfield University
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Jacqui Johnson
director
CPC Project Services Limited
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James Cox
public affairs lead
Bristol Airport
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Jane Thompson
director, aviation, travel and tourism and deputy chair of BAG
ICF
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Manuel Cruz
project director
Pascall+Watson
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Matthew Butters
chair
British Aviation Group
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Michael Murphy
master planning manager, (long term infrastructure - climate adaption),
Heathrow Airport
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Nick Platts
managing director
Luton Rising
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Nicky Wright
partner, aviation Sector Lead
Gardiner & Theobald LLP
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Nikki Bains
head of planning, transport and strategy
Birmingham Airport
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Pete Waddingham
head of airside delivery and infrastructure
Heathrow Airport
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Richard Budd
UK aviation sector lead
Buro Happold
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Rosa Rotko
energy transformation specialist
Mott MacDonald
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Sam Folley
partner
Trowers & Hamlins
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Steve Peters
head of planning
Blackpool Airport
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Tim Paterson
innovation lead
London Gatwick Airport
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Tony Bradbury
commercial manager
Heathrow Airport
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