More than 30 experts from around the world are attending meetings of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) technical bodies in Zagreb from 21 to 25 September 2026. Hosted by the Croatian Civil Aviation Agency (CCAA), the meetings focus on the design, operation and future development of aerodrome infrastructure.

The Aerodrome Design Working Group (ADWG) and the Aerodrome Reference Code Task Force (ARCTF) are meeting in Zagreb to exchange expertise and experience and develop proposals and solutions addressing aerodrome development.

Members of the ICAO working group include Igor Štimac, PhD, Assistant Director of Zagreb Airport Ltd. CCAA aviation inspectors Maja Halle, Davor Budimir and Matej Šmejkal are also attending these meetings for the first time.

CCAA Director Ana Kapetanovic welcomed the participants, highlighting the importance of international cooperation, professional dialogue and knowledge sharing for the safe and sustainable development of civil aviation.

According to the Agency, hosting these meetings provides an opportunity to strengthen international cooperation and Croatia’s expert contribution to the development of aerodrome infrastructure and aviation standards.