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APEX EXPO Location
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC)
415 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210

APEX EXPO Mobile App
Click  here  to download the free APEX EXPO app for your Android or iPhone.
  • Mobile app sponsored by: Airbus

Time Zone
The time zone in Boston, MA in September is EDT. Click here for time conversions.
APEX EXPO Registration
Located in the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC), SE Lobby C, Level 1
*Note: Airline members must show company ID at registration.
  • Sunday 23 September 15:00 – 18:30
  • Monday 24 September 07:30 – 18:00
  • Tuesday 25 September  07:30 – 18:00
  • Wednesday 26 September 08:00 – 18:00
  • Thursday 27 September     08:00 – 15:00
  • Online registration sponsored by: Old Metro Scene Studios
Local Weather
The average daily high temperature in Boston in September is 73°F / 22°C and the average low temperature is 57°F / 14°C.
*Note: Wednesday's networking reception is outdoors, so please dress accordingly.

Attire
Business casual.

Currency
The currency is the United States dollar (USD). Click here for exchange rates.

APEX Staff
APEX staff will be wearing green badges, please do not hesitate to stop a staff member if you need assistance or visit the Registration Desk during registration hours.

APEX EXPO Showroom Floor
  • Tuesday 25 September 09:00 – 18:00
  • Wednesday 26 September 09:00 – 18:00
  • Thursday 27 September 09:00 – 17:00

Highlights Beyond the APEX EXPO Exhibits (requires additional registration)
  • Sunday 23 September
  • APEX Welcome Reception
  • 17:30-19:00 at Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel, Outdoor Pavilion
  • Sponsored by: Global Eagle
  • Monday 24 September
  • Breakfast
  • 07:45 - 08:45 - BCEC, Ballroom Pre-function, Level 3
  • Sponsored by: FTE Asia EXPO
  • Welcome - please arrive early to secure your seat!
  • 8:45 - Opening remarks from APEX President, Brian Richardson and APEX Executive Director, Katie Goshgarian
  • Board of Governors Introduction 
  • Doug Parker, American Airlines (Chairman)
  • Stephen Kavanagh, Aer Lingus
  • Claudia Sender, LATAM Brasil
  • Dr. Andrés Conesa, Aeroméxico
  • Calin Rovinescu, Air Canada
  • Robert Fornaro, Spirit Airlines
  • Educational Sessions and Panel Discussions
  • BCEC, Ballroom, Level 3
  • Includes keynotes by CEO's from the following airlines:
  • Education sponsored by: Panasonic Avionics Corporation
  • Breaks sponsored by Encore Inflight Entertainment
  • Emcee Sponsored by: BBC World News
  • 2018 Opening Video Sponsored by: Global Eagle

  • APEX Awards Ceremony
  • 17:45-19:15 - Hosted by The Points Guy CEO, Brian Kelly
  • BCEC, Ballroom, Level 3
  • Ceremony co-sponsored by Spafax and Thales
  • Presentation sponsored by Global Eagle
  • Bar sponsored by Terry Steiner International, Inc.

  • Wednesday 26 September
  • APEX Annual General Meeting
  • 08:00 - 09:00 - BCEC, Room 160 B, Level 1
  • The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is held each year at the EXPO for the purpose of receiving the annual reports from officers, directors and committees, and for the transaction of other association business. Meet the new Board of Directors, voted on by members online prior to the EXPO. All APEX members are strongly encouraged to attend and participate in the highly interactive discussion about the future of the industry and the organization.

  • APEX Networking Event
  • 19:30-22:30 at Seaport World Trade Center in Boston: 1 Seaport Lane Boston, MA 02210 (walkable from the BCEC and Westin)
  • This year's theme is Historical Boston, and dressing up is encouraged! This event is outdoors so please consider adding a jacket, scarf or etc., to your costume to keep you warm.
  • Sponsored by SmartSky Networks

Co-location Information
This year APEX EXPO will be co-located with IFSA EXPO and Aircraft Interiors Expo in Boston, MA United States.

Your APEX EXPO Badge will gain you entrance to the AIX Americas EXPO (open Tuesday – Thursday). APEX Airlines and Exhibitors will be allowed into the IFSA Conference & EXPO Show Floor during their show on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Hynes Convention Center (about ~20 minute drive away).


Cool Award
While you're walking the show floor don't forget to submit your vote for the APEX Cool Award within the APEX EXPO app. Voting opens at 09:00 Tuesday 25 September and closes Wednesday 26 September at 17:00 . Winners will be announced and showcased in the Thursday morning EXPO Daily.

See you in Boston!
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