CTO to Host 2026 Air Connectivity Summit in Bermuda

The Caribbean air connectivity summit will take place in Bermuda on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, as the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) brings regional aviation and tourism leaders together for focused, solution-driven dialogue.

The one-day summit will examine how air transport can better support long-term tourism development across the Caribbean. Under the theme “Integrating Aviation and Regional Tourism Development,” CTO aims to align policy, planning, and partnerships around shared regional goals.

Strengthening Regional Strategy at the Caribbean Air Connectivity Summit

At the Caribbean air connectivity summit, CTO will lead discussions on improving air access throughout the region. In particular, participants will address sustainable route development, intra-regional connectivity, and the alignment of aviation policy with tourism growth strategies.

Moreover, the summit builds on consultations already held with CTO’s Ministerial Council, Board of Directors, and Airlift Committee. As a result, conversations will focus on practical solutions rather than theory alone. Stakeholders will also explore new partnerships that can help overcome long-standing airlift challenges.

Caribbean Air Connectivity Summit to Align with CTO Spring Business Meetings

In addition, CTO will host the Caribbean air connectivity summit alongside its Spring Business Meetings on February 23 at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. These meetings will bring together CTO leadership, member countries, and allied members for strategic business sessions.

Meanwhile, bilateral meetings and collaborative discussions will set the tone for the summit. Together, these engagements will strengthen regional coordination ahead of the aviation-focused agenda.

Who Will Attend and Why It Matters

The summit will welcome tourism ministers, directors of tourism, and senior government officials from transport and finance ministries. Airport executives, airline leaders, and route planners will also take part. Additionally, infrastructure developers, regulators, sustainability experts, research firms, trade associations, media, and local Bermuda stakeholders will attend.

Because air connectivity drives tourism performance, these discussions matter. Stronger aviation networks support economic growth, improve visitor access, and enhance regional competitiveness.

Key Sessions and Expected Outcomes

Program highlights will include a keynote on the current state of Caribbean aviation and its future outlook. CTO will also present an air connectivity study conducted by ASM. Furthermore, panel sessions will examine international and intra-regional route development.

A ministerial dialogue will address Caribbean airlift strategy directly. Finally, sessions on aviation infrastructure will explore how investment decisions shape tourism development across the region.

Ultimately, the 2026 summit positions CTO to move regional air connectivity from challenge to opportunity—through collaboration, data, and decisive action.