Frederico Fernandes

Arab Aviation Summit Director

Frederico Fernandes MsC, is a Portuguese aviation and tourism consultant and investor based in Dubai. As an Associate Partner at WIZE, he leads innovative consulting strategies in the Middle East’s dynamic aviation and tourism sectors. Additionally, he holds a pivotal Board Member role at the Intercontinental Aviation Enterprises, pioneering advanced aviation training.

Frederico has made significant contributions at the Dubai Airshow’s Vista Startup Hub, mentoring many enterprises through collaborations with Boeing Xcelerated, Intelak, Hub 71, and Plug & Play. His expertise has been instrumental in propelling startups,
particularly in the Advanced Air Mobility sector.

Guided by Frederico, the Global Investment in Aviation Summit (GIAS) has flourished as a prime UAE government initiative, facilitating the attraction of 300 million dollars in investments. He also devotes time to fostering dialogue and knowledge exchange through platforms such as the Advanced Air Mobility Summit in Lisbon and London and by directing the Arab Aviation Summit, reaching thousands of global aviation professionals.

A passionate advocate for the environment, Frederico is dedicated to sustainable and inclusive practices in the transportation and tourism sectors. His efforts have led to significant advancements, integrating environmental responsibility with aviation innovation. Frederico’s vision of a better aviation for all drives his pursuit of a more equitable and environmentally conscious industry.