The airport network infrastructure in Russia and CIS is undergoing an extensive modernization program. As is evident from their long-term business strategies, Russian airports are resolved to providing the highest levels of service to national and international air carriers.Ground Handling Russia & CIS is the new initiative from Russia’s ATO Events which aims to open dialogue about the increasing need to rapidly modernize the GSE fleets within the airports of Russia and the CIS. With the number of Western aircraft on the ramp increasing every day, how will ground handlers adapt to the new challenges?This international conference provides an ideal meeting and networking oppor­tunity for representatives of Russian and CIS airports, Western GSE suppliers, air­lines, ground handling specialists and financial experts who will gather to discuss vital issues influencing the intensive modernization program of the air transport ground infrastructure throughout the region.Key issues:Airport Modernisation in Russia & CISGround Handling ManagementAirport Passenger ServicesGSE Fleet Management and FinanceGround Handling Techniques and ProcessesWho should attend:Airport management, airline professionals, GSE designers, manufacturers and suppliers, business solutions and service providers, airport management compa­nies, IT providers.