The airline and travel payments industry is entering a pivotal moment as AI-driven innovations, regulatory changes, and evolving B2B payment models converge. The Airline & Travel Payments B2B Summit 2026 (ATPS B2B 2026), taking place 24–25 February, promises to provide industry leaders with actionable insights into these rapidly shifting dynamics.
Hosted by Ai Events, the summit brings together top executives, technologists, and payments experts from airlines, OTAs, and fintech providers to explore the challenges and opportunities in the B2B payments ecosystem. With a strong focus on real-world applications, case studies, and expert panels, ATPS B2B 2026 aims to give delegates a comprehensive view of what is shaping the future of airline and travel payments.
Networking and Opening Sessions
The summit kicks off on Tuesday, 24 February, with a networking reception sponsored by UATP, providing attendees a chance to connect ahead of the main conference.
On Wednesday, 25 February, the day begins with a welcome coffee, registration, and networking, followed by opening remarks from Laurie Gablehouse, Airline & Travel Payment Expert, who will set the stage for discussions around emerging B2B payment trends.
The first sessions examine the practical challenges facing airlines and travel sellers. Andrea Caulfield Smith (MD Global Business Travel, Advantage Business) and Andrea Feinberg (Head of Payments, Loveholidays), in conversation with Kevin Trill (Director of Technology, Transformation & Security, Blue Cube Travel), will discuss operational pain points, cost drivers, and compliance hurdles in B2B payments.
AI, Agentic Payments, and Fraud
A central theme of ATPS B2B 2026 is AI in payments, particularly the emerging concept of Agentic AI. Peter Marriott, Co-Founder of Dataiera.com, will explain what Agentic AI is and how it is poised to transform B2B payment strategies. Following this, Monica Eaton Cardone, Founder of Chargebacks911, will explore the implications of AI for fraud management, raising questions about the balance between innovation and risk.
Other sessions include Christian Joseph Agius (Co-founder, Fyorin) on optimizing group treasury systems, and Mike Butler (Executive Director, J.P. Morgan) on the virtual card ecosystem, highlighting how airlines and OTAs can better manage virtual card payments (VCCs).
Regulation, Compliance, and Emerging Payment Technologies
The summit also dives into regulatory complexity. A panel moderated by Laurie Gablehouse will discuss compliance challenges and the payments platform dilemma in B2B, with industry leaders including Dumindanie Gunasekara (Ecommerce Services Manager, SriLankan Airlines). Delegates will gain practical insights into regulatory requirements and strategies for balancing compliance with operational efficiency.
Other technical and operational topics covered include:
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Payment orchestration in B2B payments
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End-to-end B2B payment flows in Africa (Chukwuma Ukegbu, Global Head of Sales, Kora Pay)
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Cost management across infrastructure, FX, and fraud
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The future of corporate treasury and cloud adoption
Closing and Networking
ATPS B2B 2026 concludes with a closing session led by Michael Smith (Board Advisor, Ai Events), synthesizing insights from the panels and presentations. Delegates will have the opportunity to engage directly with speakers, explore contentious topics, and leave with actionable takeaways for immediate implementation. A networking reception sponsored by KoraPay rounds off the event, providing one final opportunity to connect with peers and industry innovators.
Why Attend
With topics spanning AI-driven payments, fraud management, regulation, real-time settlement, and the evolving corporate treasury landscape, ATPS B2B 2026 is designed to provide delegates with both strategic insights and practical solutions. Whether attending in person or online, participants gain access to expert-led sessions, interactive panels, and a wealth of best practices that have been honed over years of industry experience.
In a sector where speed, compliance, and innovation are critical, ATPS B2B 2026 offers a unique platform for airline and travel payment professionals to stay ahead of the curve. With Agentic AI and emerging B2B payment models at the forefront, this summit is shaping up to be an unmissable event for the industry.
For more information and registration: Airline & Travel Payments B2B Summit 2026
