We recently had the pleasure of attending EALBF in Warsaw, that was an invaluable experience. The event provided a fantastic platform for networking and connecting with a wide range of appropriate-level management, who represented airlines from around the globe.

The forum was well organised, with an atmosphere conducive to meaningful discussions and knowledge sharing. We had the opportunity to engage in insightful conversations with industry experts, gaining valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities within the aviation sector.

The event not only allowed us to expand our professional network but also provided a platform for exchanging ideas and best practices.

We would highly recommend attending EALBF to anyone in the aviation industry looking to connect with like-minded professionals and a desire to stay up to date on the latest trends and developments. It was an enriching experience that we are grateful to have been a part of.

Thank you to the organisers for organising such a successful and impactful event.

The Forum was really helpful to be in contact more efficiently with our colleagues and get feedbacks from them directly, i don’t even mention the fun part we had extremely beautiful three days together, when we were in 1 on 1 session as Turkish Technic we could solve two AOG situations of two different companies, if we didn’t meet and talk there, probably it would take more time to solve these issues, that’s why personally i am really grateful to you, thanks to all sponsors and all participants.

Fantastic conference last week representing Norse Atlantic Airways  in Warsaw for the EALBF - EUROPEAN AOG LOAN BORROW FORUM.

Finally meeting many contacts I’ve worked with over the years and creating new ones during the conference too. There are many positive take away from this trip for Norse.

A perfect example of this was the collective help and support provided for an AOG we had in CDG. Because of the relationships built during this conference both 787 operators and freight forwarders kindly assisted and avoided a flight cancellation with an exchange and OBC.

When we founded EALBF with our European colleagues, we had in mind to create a way to have L&B officers and managers to meet, openly talk and exchange on their daily businesses. I actually found much more in the process: learn new approaches on things I had taken for granted, create and entertain a valuable network of useful contacts and settle things with people I had never been in contact with except through mails and phone calls! Always keep in mind that constantly people change, organizations evolve, processes are revised, A/C fleets are renewed. You never meet counterparts often enough. Organized around open forum sessions mixed with bilateral talks, EALBF is the most efficient way to explain how you work, learn how other airlines do, open talks, solve issues, grow your network, improve your knowledge and simply be part of a community happy to gather and welcome new members.

I would say that it is a great way to make good contacts and meet people face to face, the one on one break out sessions are very beneficial. And they are always a lot of fun and well planned.

Air Canada has been very fortunate to be a part of the EALBF conference for the last 5 years. Over the span of two days, the conference not only provides insight into really complex AOG scenarios, but also provides the most up-to-date information to help resolve such scenarios – which could otherwise be impossible to resolve. Truly a great event that is very well organized.

I am happy to have taken part in the lasts 5 EALBF's conferences, as participant, hosting airline, and finally part of steering comitee at the end.That is what makes the EALBF a success for me is: a conference organized on a human scale where everybody have the opportunity to know everybody, creator of real relationship - the proposed format on 2 days, an efficient combinaison of group meetings for common topics, individual meetings during the rountables, visit of hosting airline facilities without forgetting night events proposed. - an airline's community of operationals who are facing the same difficulties without vendor pressure - the small fees, everething is paid by the sponsors, only the trip and hotel room are at your airline expenses. Every year, the number of attendees growing which is the best sign of appreciation/reconnaissance.

A well orchestrated get together of Airlines and Vendors that proves itself year on year. A highlight of the Aviation events calendar.

In this forum different airlines and suppliers are represented and topics around the AOG are introduced and discussed. It is possible to discuss open topics in 1:1 discussions with the other participants/companies, e.g. from the ordering process to the completion of this process. Beyond that the strength of the forum consists of maintaining direct contacts to other AOG Desk coworkers of other enterprises. These are SCA topics, i.e. single component availability. This means avoiding AOG cases through loans, exchanges or sales, unless contractually agreed otherwise.

The value of the EALBF, particularly for someone like me with only 3 years of aviation industry experience, is unsurpassed by any other conference I’ve attended. The opportunity to meet with my counterparts from other airlines and engage in a more intimate setting to discuss AOG strategies, is absolutely priceless. Additionally, EALBF truly promotes a feeling of family – fostering connections that go far deeper than simply an exchange of business cards. I left feeling that I had formed friendships and relationships that will be mutually beneficial for years to come. Within a couple days of returning home, I had multiple follow up calls scheduled as a direct result of the EALBF. I would encourage all invitees to attend, whether 3 years of industry experience like me, or 30 years in the industry, as this is an invaluable resource for all involved. I truly feel that EALBF is the preeminent gathering of AOG representatives in a relaxed and fun, yet extremely productive setting. Thanks to you and all of the sponsors for making this event happen!

I had the privilege to attend the 11th EALBF – European AOG LOAN BORROW FORUM, for the first time which was held in the beautiful city of Barcelona. I have attended many shows and conferences through out the years but The EALBF stands out, where you get to meet great people with great minds who are all working towards the same goal, to keep their aircraft flying. Having the opurtunity to sit down amongst people who are facing the same issues and problems that I am and to have an open discussion about solutions with professionals from more than 43 airlines and several suppliers is close to nothing I have experienced. The one to one meetings was humbling, and to get to expand your contact list like this is priceless. The lessons I take away with me from this will be very helpful to run the Materials and Logistics department at PLAY. I am already looking forward to attending the 12th EALBF in Warsaw next year.

The best logistics oriented event ever. The extension of your contacts network and increase of AOG solving knowledge has never been easier. Great atmosphere, perfect organization and nice people. Simply outstanding experience. We’ve had a chance to verify in practice, how powerful the new friendships are. To attendance of the EALBF should be mandatory for all clever logistics managers!

Thank you for inviting easyJet to get involved in this Forum. As we all met in the Hotel lobby on Day 1, and I could see how warmly everyone greeted eachother, I said to my colleague Simon, this feels like a club we have just joined, and we were made to feel very welcome by both the airlines and suppliers alike. I was particularly impressed by the way everyone got involved in the presentations and group discussions, and there was a wide range of topics discussed with some great expertise in the room. My expectation is that my new contacts (hopefully I can call them friends now!) will be a useful source of information and advice over the coming months until we all meet again at next years event In our industry, time is critical and the EALBF makes good use of every moment, whether that is supplier presentations, one-to-one sessions, or just general networking, a great event which I’d thoroughly recommend.

It has been a real pleasure to have attended this great event at Barcelona! We have made many contacts, and we have meet others with whom we speak weekly personally. We have shared our experience and we have got new tools to face the daily barriers of the profession. I congratulate you for this good work as hosts.

I’ve been attending airline conferences for over 8 years. I must note that the EALBF (European AOG Loan Borrow Forum) has raised the bar and established a new standard. With over 43 airlines and over a dozen vendors represented, this event served as the perfect networking platform. Agenda included: identifying common logistical obstacles, best material movement practices, effective sourcing strategies, and, finally, putting faces to peer/colleague names. One particular highlight—a flamenco performance never to be forgotten!! Great job, Aviation Concepts!! I’m already excited about next year’s event in Warsaw, Poland.