The future of asset management in global aviation
Join this virtual panel to hear from some of the AtkinsRéalis and aviation sector experts as we discuss how asset management is changing and the impact it will have on the future operations of airports throughout the world.
The aviation sector is in the midst of a transformational period. Use of digital tools is becoming increasingly important to help airports manage assets and data more effectively, ensure they operate smoothly at maximum capacity and deliver great passenger experiences.
Many airports are close to reaching maximum capacity for operations, and with limitations on how they can increase their passenger numbers amid the rising number of people travelling, asset management is a key part of enhancing operations, reducing risk and delivering more capacity within existing operational environments.
This panel will discuss the challenges faced by airports throughout the world around understanding and optimising their assets, information management, becoming digitally enabled, and mitigating operational risks.
We will explore how airports are approaching these challenges, how they are adopting digital tools and approaches to help overcome them and then some examples of where implementing the approaches have led to a significant improvement in asset and information management and the direct impact this has had on their day-to-day operations.
Key learning points:
- The importance of taking a holistic view of information and asset management to enable more effective decision making
- What are the new approaches available to airport that utilise digital tools and processes?
- Where these technologies and approaches are going and how to integrate them into existing airport operations
- What outcomes these approaches can deliver from real world examples
- Q&A session with the panel to explore your specific challenges and potential approaches to overcoming them
OUR SPEAKERS
Sarah Pye, Principal Civil and Environmental Engineer – including responsibility for the capital investment for all of Engineering Baggage and Rail, London Heathrow Airport
Sarah Pye is the Principal Civil and Environmental Engineer at Heathrow Airport. She is responsible for Heathrow’s full civil asset base and biodiversity sites, alongside the capital investment planning for Heathrow’s Engineering, Baggage and Rail team assets.
Sarah has also held various roles across Heathrow Airport drawing on her civil engineering expertise whilst developing her understanding of wider infrastructure challenges and asset management principles.
Prior to joining Heathrow Airport in 2019, Sarah qualified as a chartered civil engineering whilst working for Atkins, after completing her masters at the University of Surrey.
Paul Weal, Asset Management Director, AtkinsRealis
Paul is an experienced professional engineer, with a strong background in all aspects of Operations and Maintenance across a wide range of sectors from manufacturing, medical, rail and aviation. He excels in creating a positive mindset for all with the energy and determination to deliver. Paul is responsible for driving innovative asset management solutions with our key aviation clients in the UK and internationally.
Martin Geach, Technical Director – Information Management, AtkinsRealis
Martin is the Head of Information Management services in AtkinRealis Growth Markets. He has responsibility for customer support, value proposition development and team/capability growth. His role draws on a specialist background in the discovery, development, and scaling of innovative solutions across large global organisations in the AEC sector (50k employees). Martin offers a unique blend of motivational leadership drawing on the operational and economic opportunity of data assets across infrastructure delivery lifecycles, coupled with an expansive view of business growth/ transformation and the opportunity from technological change.
Rob Shaw, Associate Director – Asset Management, AtkinsRealis
FAQs
Is the panel discussion free?
Yes – there is no charge to watch the panel discussion, either live or on-demand.
When will the panel discussion take place?
The webinar will be taking place on 15 January 2026, at 14:00 UK time
Can I watch it later?
The panel discussion will become available to watch on-demand shortly after the live webinar takes place.
What are the benefits of attending live?
You’ll be able to ask the speakers your questions, which will be answered live in the Q&A towards the end of the session.
How long will the panel discussion be?
This panel discussion will last up to an hour.
What do I need to watch this panel discussion?
All you need is a computer with an internet connection. We recommend using headphones if possible if you’re in an office environment.
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