Speaker Details

Marvi Bilal
Pakistan Airports Authority

Marvi Bilal

A finance postgraduate from the UK, Marvi has been associated with the aviation industry for the last eight years, with a primary focus on the non-aeronautical revenue of Pakistan's airports. As deputy director, commercial, her portfolio includes execution of commercial ventures pertaining to all categories, by liaising with concessionaires and other stakeholders. Before aviation, she worked in investments. Marvi enjoys traveling with her toddlers, a hobby she believes is more important than a bloated bank account.
Day - 2 - Environment and sustainability - 10:05 - 10:35

Sustainability in the landscape of developing country – Pakistan's case study

The presentation will elaborate on how the Pakistan Airports Authority has integrated sustainability into every aspect of airport management and operations. To improve upon green initiatives and abide by IATA’s related manuals, the country’s major airports are being outsourced to further the cause. Current achievements include the installation of solar panels by air cargo companies, the digitalization of official records, the prohibition of single-use plastics by airlines, a water recycling initiative at Islamabad's capital airport, and the establishment of an orchard farm adjacent to Karachi Airport. Future prospects involve sustainability-focused digitalization, including e-boarding passes, digital parking receipts and electronic retail invoices.

The audience will learn:

  • Pakistan's contributions toward green initiatives in the aviation industry
  • Passenger involvement in sustainability initiatives
  • Future prospects and avenues to further the cause of green aviation