The Air Traffic Management (ATM) Awards celebrate pioneering concepts and significant achievements within the ATM and Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) industries. The awards ceremony will be hosted with Airports International and CANSO during Airspace World 2025 in Lisbon.
Award Categories
This year, six individual categories and an overall winner will be selected by a panel of industry experts:
1
Innovation to Enable Sustainable Future Skies
Recognising advancements in technology, automation, and operations that shape the skies of tomorrow.
2
Building a Resilient ATM Framework for Future Skies
Honouring projects that enhance resilience to disruptions and unforeseen events in ATMs, ensuring safety and service continuity.
3
Collaboration and Community
Highlighting cross-industry collaborations that drive sustainable, efficient, and flexible ATM operations.
4
Pathway to Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)
Acknowledging projects advancing the integration and growth of AAM operations.
5
Unleashing the Potential of Drones
Celebrating initiatives that harness the impact of commercial drone operations.
6
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Recognising successful programs promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry.
Share Your Expertise at Airspace World 2025
Airspace World invites industry professionals to submit presentation proposals for consideration. To participate:
- Submission Period: The submission period is now closed.
- Eligibility: Activities must have been implemented or shown results during 2024.
- How to Submit: Access the submission platform via the Airports International Magazine website.
Important Dates:
- Submission Deadline: The submission period is now closed.
- Event Dates: 13–15 May 2025
- The awards will be presented in the SANS / NERA theatre at 16:00, followed by a drinks reception
Brought to you in partnership with Airports International and CANSO.

