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North-east Scotland Tourism Conference 2026
Shaping the future of tourism in the North-east Scotland
As VisitAberdeenshire marks its 10th anniversary, this year's North-east Scotland Tourism Conference, in association with Aberdeen International Airport, will reflect on a decade of change across the tourism industry, exploring how the sector has evolved through challenges and successes alike, while looking ahead to the opportunities that will shape the next decade of tourism in the North-east.
Event details
Join us in Aberdeen on Wednesday 4 November 2026 for a day of insight, inspiration and forward-thinking discussion. Details of the schedule, contributors, and exhibitors will be announced soon.
Bringing together tourism and hospitality businesses from across the region, the conference will provide an opportunity to share ideas, tackle common challenges and build valuable connections that support a thriving visitor economy.
- Date: Wednesday 4 November 2026
- Registration: form 8.45am
- Conference: 9.30am - 4:30pm
- Venue: P&J Live, Aberdeen
- Tickets cost: £75+ VAT
Aberdeen International Airport
Headline sponsor
The North-east Tourism Conference is being held in association with Aberdeen International Airport.
Aberdeen International Airport is owned and operated by AGS Airports Limited which is held by AviAlliance, one of the world’s leading private industrial airport investors and managers, and funds managed by Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager.
The airport is the north-east of Scotland’s major transport hub and is a vital economic driver for the region, contributing more than £110 million a year to the local economy. It is the gateway to Europe’s energy capital and is Europe’s busiest commercial heliport. Aberdeen International Airport supports 3,400 jobs across the north-east of Scotland.
Explore the conference programme
From the latest tourism trends and the future of transport to workforce wellbeing, accessibility, culture and the opportunities ahead for the North-east, this year’s programme brings together a wide range of speakers and sessions. With more details still to come, take a look at the programme so far and see what’s in store for 4 November.
Meet the speakers
Hear from a diverse line-up of tourism, hospitality, business, culture and industry experts bringing their experience and insight to this year’s conference. From tourism trends and workforce development to accessibility, transport, events and future growth, discover who will be joining us and what they’ll be bringing to the conversation. More speakers will be added in the coming weeks.
Conference sponsors
The North-east Scotland Tourism Conference, in association with Aberdeen International Airport, is made possible with the support of organisations who share our commitment to the future of tourism across the region. Meet the sponsors supporting this year’s conference, including Aberdeen International Airport, Appetite for Business, Mearns & Gill, VisitScotland, National Trust for Scotland, Signal and Trump International.
Meet the exhibitors
From tourism and business support to hospitality, events, skills and specialist services, our exhibition brings together organisations from across the North-east and beyond. Discover who you can meet on the day, find out more about what they offer and make the most of the opportunities to connect throughout the conference.
Sponsorship opportunities
Position your business at the heart of the region’s visitor economy by sponsoring the 2026 North-east Scotland Tourism Conference. Bringing together over 200 tourism leaders, businesses and industry partners, the conference is a key opportunity to raise your profile, build valuable connections and highlight your brand to a highly engaged audience.
A range of sponsorship packages is available, offering opportunities for visibility, thought leadership, networking and delegate engagement ahead of and during this flagship industry event. Please download the sponsorship brochure to explore the available packages and benefits.
Book your exhibition space today
Exhibiting at the 2026 North-east Scotland Tourism Conference puts your business in front of tourism leaders, industry partners and decision makers from across the region’s visitor economy. With over 200 delegates expected to attend, the conference offers a valuable opportunity to showcase your products or services, build new connections and engage directly with businesses actively seeking ideas, partnerships and suppliers.
Located within the heart of the conference networking hub, exhibitors benefit from strong visibility, dedicated networking opportunities and meaningful face-to-face engagement throughout the day. Download the exhibitor brochure to find out more about the package and how to secure your space.
Sponsors and exhibitors
Contact us
If you have any questions relating to the conference, please contact Kayleigh McLeish.
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