Bangalore International Airport Limited to host FAB Conference and Awards in 2026

INDIA. Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) will host the 2026 edition of the Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Conference and Awards in Bengaluru.

The news was announced at last night’s (26 June) FAB Awards in Barcelona, with dates for next year to be confirmed soon.

A special handover ceremony took place at the close of the FAB Awards, with an exchange of gifts by this year’s host airport company Aena and 2026 host BIAL.

From beautiful Barcelona to breathtaking Bengaluru: At the handover ceremony, Bangalore International Airport Limited Vice President Commercial Development Pravat Paikray (left) accepted the hosting rights for next year from Barcelona-El Prat Josep Tarradellas Airport Managing Director Eva Valenzuela (second right). Paikray honoured Valenzuela, Martin Moodie and Dermot Davitt with garlands from Bengaluru as part of the ceremony.

Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport Managing Director Eva Valenzuela presented BIAL Vice President Commercial Development Pravat Paikray with a Gaudí-inspired artwork, while Paikray handed Mysore petas (traditional Karnataka turban), garlands and scarves to Valenzuela and to The Moodie Davitt Report Founder & Chairman Martin Moodie and President Dermot Davitt.

Paikray spoke of his pride in the hosting agreement for next year, pledging an unforgettable experience for guests in Bengaluru.

Valenzuela had earlier in the evening spoken of Aena’s delight in hosting this year’s event, and addressed the importance of airports in representing their locality and community.

More details will follow. Click here for our coverage of the FAB Conference on 25-26 June and here for the full list of winners at the FAB Awards.  ‍

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