Eighteenth edition
A well-established platform for accelerating air services agreements
Equatorial Guinea opens its doors as the distinguished host of ICAN 2026 in Malabo. We invite delegations to discover a modern nation, supported by world-class infrastructure and a firm commitment to safe aviation.
The 18th ICAO Air Services Negotiation Event will bring together States and industry stakeholders to advance air services agreements and new opportunities for cooperation.
A well-established platform for accelerating air services agreements
More than 162 States have used ICAN since its inception
Meetings between delegations and business-to-business encounters throughout the week
The working language will be English. Interpretation in Spanish, English and French will be available during the opening and closing ceremonies.
It concentrates multiple negotiations into a single week, reduces travel costs, builds institutional and commercial relationships and facilitates new routes, frequencies and cooperation agreements.
Institutions responsible for organizing ICAN 2026.
A specialized agency of the United Nations that facilitates cooperation among its 193 Member States and promotes the safe, orderly, efficient and sustainable development of international civil aviation. ICAO establishes common standards, policies and procedures relating to operational safety, aviation security, air navigation, travel facilitation, the economic development of air transport and environmental sustainability. Its work enables States to coordinate their aviation systems, adopt compatible technical criteria and strengthen their institutional capacities. Its strategic priorities include the safety of all flights, environmental sustainability, accessible and reliable mobility, and the economic development of air transport.
It is the national institution responsible for promoting compliance with the standards and requirements applicable to civil aviation. Its work contributes to strengthening operational safety, training aviation personnel, technical oversight and the orderly development of air transport in the country. At ICAN 2026, AAGE will play a central role as the host institution and representative of Equatorial Guinea’s civil aviation sector. Its participation will strengthen relations with other authorities, facilitate air services negotiations and promote new connectivity opportunities. Through this event, AAGE reaffirms its commitment to safe, modern, efficient and globally connected civil aviation in support of Equatorial Guinea’s economic and social development.
The portal links to ICAO official registration systems and adds a complementary form to coordinate the reception and protocol arrangements for delegations.
Registration is processed through ICAO’s official system by the focal points designated by each State.
Arrival details, flight, airport, hotel, head of delegation, VIP officials, mobility requirements and special assistance.
Official notices, press releases, programme changes and guidance for delegations.
The Sipopo International Conference Center, inaugurated in 2011 for the 17th African Union Summit, is one of Equatorial Guinea’s principal institutional facilities. It has five meeting rooms, a large plenary hall with an approximate capacity of 1,600 people, space for up to 68 delegations, bilateral meeting areas, VIP zones, press facilities and simultaneous interpretation, making it a strategic venue fully suited to hosting ICAN 2026.
An audiovisual tour of the venue rooms, auditoriums and services.
Documents, health, currency and climate: what to settle before boarding for Equatorial Guinea.
Check the requirements for your nationality. Travel with a valid passport, return ticket, letter of invitation, accommodation booking and travel insurance.
You must carry a valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever.
Central African CFA franc (XAF). Fixed parity: 1 euro = 655.957 XAF. It is advisable to carry cash for small expenses.
The Continental Region has a predominantly warm and humid climate. Lightweight, breathable clothing, a light jacket for air-conditioned interiors and comfortable footwear are recommended.
Guidance for heads of delegation, VIP officials, order of precedence and protocol services, coordinated with the department overseeing the event.
Official directory of ambulance, police, civil protection, consular assistance and event coordination contacts, issued to each delegation with their accreditation.
Timetables for official transfers between airports, the venue, approved hotels and institutional activities, published before the opening.
View the daily event schedule and the time blocks planned for meetings between delegations.
Reception of delegations, accreditation and opening ceremony.
Daily blocks for bilateral and regional meetings and scheduled encounters.
Final meetings, conclusions and closing ceremony.
Reference medical centres, ambulance contacts and health coordination
Equatorial Guinea welcomes all delegations and participants to ICAN 2026. We are pleased to receive authorities, airlines and representatives of the international aviation sector to share experiences, strengthen agreements and create new connectivity opportunities.
This event will allow us to showcase our infrastructure, hospitality, culture and tourism assets to the world, reaffirming our commitment to safe, modern aviation open to the future.
Explore a selection of landscapes, cities, culture and places of interest.
Equatorial Guinea opens onto the Atlantic from the heart of Central Africa. The event will take place in Malabo, the national capital, on the island of Bioko: a volcanic territory of beaches, tropical forest and a modern city facing the sea.
The country combines the mainland region of Río Muni with the islands of Bioko, Annobón, Corisco, Elobey Grande, Elobey Chico and other islets. It is divided into eight provinces: Bioko Norte, Bioko Sur, Litoral, Centro Sur, Kié-Ntem, Wele-Nzas, Annobón and Djibloho.
Malabo lies on the northern coast of Bioko Island, facing the Gulf of Guinea, and brings together the institutions of the State, the international airport and the Sipopo complex, venue of the conference.
Equatorial Guinea is promoting diversification into agriculture, fisheries, mining, tourism, information technology, services and industry. For ICAN participants, better air connectivity can translate into more trade, tourism, investment, academic cooperation and regional integration.
Destinations, cuisine, culture, travel agencies and the directory of approved hotels for the conference.
The visitor experience is organised by territory, prioritising Malabo and Bioko Island, together with planned extensions to the Continental Region, Corisco and other island destinations.
Fish and seafood, plantain, cassava, taro, peanuts, tropical fruit and traditional dishes from the Fang, Bubi and Ndowé communities.
Oral heritage, music, dance, basketry, wood carving, textiles and cultural expressions reflecting the country’s historical diversity.
Agencies operating in Equatorial Guinea for tickets, transfers, excursions and on-site assistance.
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Accommodation is arranged primarily in Malabo and around Sipopo, subject to availability and the official transport plan. Official room allocations, negotiated rates and transfer routes are communicated to accredited delegations.
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With a population of fewer than two million, Equatorial Guinea has a modern and strategic airport network that efficiently connects its Insular and Continental Regions, strengthening national and international mobility. The international airports of Malabo, Bata and Mongomeyen are essential pillars of this connectivity, supporting economic and territorial development and the country’s international profile.
The national airport network connects the Island and Continental Regions and facilitates the movement of delegations, operators and services linked to ICAN 2026.
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OCS / FGCOAirlines operating domestic, regional or international services to Equatorial Guinea. December routes and frequencies must be confirmed with each airline or travel agency.
Domestic and regional connections.
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Domestic and regional operations subject to schedule.
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Connections via Lomé and other African destinations.
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Connections in Central and West Africa.
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Connections via Addis Ababa, with an extensive African and intercontinental network.
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International connections subject to the event schedule.
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Provides regular connections between Equatorial Guinea and several key destinations in Africa
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Connections via Casablanca, subject to schedule.
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Connections via Europe with onward services to Equatorial Guinea.
Official websiteICAN 2026 is supported by institutions and companies advancing air connectivity in Equatorial Guinea and the region.
Official ICAN 2026 categories. Each organisation is assigned to one category, which determines its display order, colour identity and level of visibility during the conference.
Maximum institutional visibility: lead branding at the venue, plenary hall and on official materials.
Prominent presence at the venue, in the official programme and in B2B areas.
Visibility in conference areas, on the official website and on accreditation materials.
Presence on the official website, signage and participant documentation.
Institutional mention in the digital guide and acknowledgement panels.
Targeted support for services, hospitality or visitor experiences.
Public bodies and organisations in the aviation sector.
ICAN 2026 brings together aviation authorities, airlines and international organisations for five days of bilateral negotiations in Malabo. Select the category that interests you and the organising committee will send you the relevant dossier.
Official conference documentation, available to download and consult.
Institutional resources
They are published progressively in this section as they are approved by the organising committee and the supervising ministry.
Welcome to the official ICAN 2026 assistance service. Select your enquiry area and a member of the organising committee will reply.
