South East Asia's Aviation Market: Growth Drivers & Opportunities
Wednesday 25th March 2026
overview:
Home to some of the fastest-growing aviation markets in the world, South East Asia continues to play a pivotal role in global air travel growth.
In this session, we explore how the upcoming summer season is shaping up for the region’s largest markets and what the latest data reveals about demand, capacity, and resilience.
Join us as the panel discuss:
- Capacity growth trends across the main ASEAN markets and how airlines are adjusting networks for the summer season
- The resilience of the region’s aviation sector in the face of disruption, shifting demand patterns, and operational challenges
- Key opportunities for future growth, including emerging routes, evolving travel demand, and areas where airlines and airports can capitalize on expansion
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Date: Wednesday 25th March 2026
Time: 08:00 GMT / 16:00 MYT
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Meet the panel
JOHN GRANT
CHIEF ANALYST, OAG
As our Chief Analyst, John Grant has a wealth of experience across the global aviation industry and provides expert commentary on market developments for OAG, making connections between what the data is telling us and the trends and events occurring in the sector.
DEIRDRE FULTON
PARTNER, MIDAS AVIATION
Deirdre Fulton has worked on numerous global airport projects, including helping airports to understand and develop their market positions, assessing potential revenue streams, and helping them engage with existing and new customers.
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MARK SOUTER
CHIEF AIRLINE MARKETING OFFICER,
ABOITIZ INFRACAPITAL CEBU AIRPORT CORPORATION
Mark Souter is an aviation and tourism professional specialising in connecting airports, airlines, and destinations. With experience in air service marketing, network development, and tourism partnerships, he uses data-driven strategies and strong stakeholder engagement to drive sustainable passenger growth and strengthen airports’ roles as key hubs in global travel.
HANNAH PEARSON
DIRECTOR, PEAR ANDERSON
Hannah Pearson is the founder of Pear Anderson, a Kuala Lumpur–based sales representation and market intelligence agency focused on the Southeast Asian tourism industry. With over a decade of experience in the region across both B2C and B2B travel sectors, she provides deep insights into tourism trends and market developments. Hannah is also the author of a widely read weekly report tracking Southeast Asia’s tourism recovery and is a frequent speaker and commentator on the region’s travel industry.