Attendee FAQ
SAF China brings together senior stakeholders from across the aviation and energy value chain — airlines, airports, fuel producers, technology providers, policymakers, banks and investors. Please read the information below before you travel, and get in touch if you have any further questions.
Event Schedule & Access
- 08:00 on Monday 21 September, ahead of the opening keynotes at 09:00
- 07:30 on Tuesday 22 September, ahead of the Day 2 keynotes at 09:00
The registration desk is located within the conference floor at Cordis, Hong Kong and remains staffed throughout both days.
If you are unsure which pass you hold, please contact nick.cassidy@safcongress.com.
- Your unique QR code is issued within the event app ahead of the congress
- On arrival at Cordis, Hong Kong, scan the QR code at one of the registration kiosks at the registration desk to print your name badge
- If you cannot access your QR code, you can type your name into a registration kiosk to print your badge
- Badges must be worn at all times to access the conference rooms and networking areas
For assistance accessing the event app, please email nick.cassidy@safcongress.com.
- Day 1, Monday 21 September: registration and coffee from 08:00. The welcome address and opening keynotes begin at 09:00 sharp, with government officials from the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, and Official Airline Partner Cathay. Day 1 closes at 17:20.
- Day 2, Tuesday 22 September: registration and coffee from 07:30. The welcome address and opening remarks begin at 09:00. The congress closes at 17:20.
Session times are subject to change. The most up-to-date agenda is always the one held within the event app.
- The networking zone opens alongside registration — 08:00 on Monday 21 September and 07:30 on Tuesday 22 September
- It remains open throughout both conference days, and hosts the technology showcase and the 1-2-1 meeting zone
- Structured 1-2-1 networking sessions and extended networking lunches are built into the agenda on both days
- Speed networking takes place at 10:45 on Day 1 — 30 meetings, one minute each. Bring your business cards
In total, the programme includes 12 hours of dedicated networking across the two days.
Smart business attire.
Your Pass & Event Resources
All delegates at SAF China hold the All Access Pass, which includes:
Market Intelligence- Access to both conference days, 21 – 22 September
- 16 hours of expertise and insight from 50 expert speakers
- Access to the conference presentations
- Access to the 1-2-1 networking app and meeting planner
- The opportunity to connect with 250 senior aviation and energy professionals
- 12 hours of dedicated networking breaks and meetings
- Continued access to the 1-2-1 networking app for six months after the event
If you are unsure which pass you have purchased, please contact nick.cassidy@safcongress.com.
- Ahead of the congress, the full two-day programme is published on the agenda page and within the event brochure
- During the congress, the most up-to-date agenda is held within the event app
- Session names are also displayed on banners outside each room
- Times are subject to change, so we strongly recommend using the event app on site
In line with our commitment to sustainability, we do not print the agenda or an on-site brochure.
Presentations are available within the event app. We will also email you a link to the presentations at the end of each conference day.
Venue & Accommodation
SAF China takes place at Cordis, Hong Kong.
- 555 Shanghai Street
- Mongkok, Kowloon
- Hong Kong
Cordis, Hong Kong is a five-star hotel in Mongkok, directly connected to Langham Place shopping mall and Mongkok MTR station. The congress uses the hotel's ballroom and function room floors, including The Star Room — Kowloon's highest ballroom.
A limited number of rooms are held at Cordis, Hong Kong for SAF China delegates. Booking details and the delegate rate are shared by email ahead of the congress.
To request the delegate rate or discuss alternative accommodation nearby, please contact nick.cassidy@safcongress.com.
- Take the MTR to Mongkok Station and leave via Exit C3 — a two to three minute walk to the hotel entrance on Shanghai Street
- The hotel is also directly connected to Langham Place shopping mall, which links underground to the station
- Airport Express: travel to Hong Kong Station, then transfer to the MTR Tsuen Wan Line for Mongkok Station. Alight at Kowloon Station instead if you prefer a short taxi transfer
- Taxi: approximately 35 – 40 minutes to the venue, depending on traffic
- Airport bus: the A21 serves Mong Kok and takes approximately 45 – 60 minutes
- Hotel transfer: Cordis, Hong Kong operates a chargeable limousine and shuttle service, bookable directly with the hotel
- High-speed rail services arrive at Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, around 10 minutes by taxi or two MTR stops from the venue
- Cross-boundary coach services from Shenzhen, Guangzhou and the wider Greater Bay Area stop within Kowloon
Cordis, Hong Kong offers on-site valet and self parking, with additional public parking available at the adjoining Langham Place car park. Charges apply and spaces cannot be reserved in advance.
Given the venue's direct MTR connection, we recommend travelling by public transport where possible.
Speak to the team
Our team is on hand before, during and after the congress. For anything not covered above, please get in touch.