FIJI, 30 January 2026 – Tourism Fiji is pleased to announce Fiji Airways as the Premium Event Partner for the Fiji Tourism Exchange (FTE) 2026, taking place on 27–28 March 2026. As Tourism Fiji’s flagship trade event, FTE 2026 will convene Fijian tourism operators, international buyers, and industry stakeholders to promote Fiji’s tourism offering and foster meaningful global trade connections in a competitive global tourism marketplace.
The partnership highlights the strong alignment between Tourism Fiji and Fiji Airways in advancing Fiji’s international tourism presence supports long-term, sustainable growth across the sector. As Fiji’s national carrier, Fiji Airways plays a critical role in connecting the destination to global markets and enabling the continued development of the tourism industry. Its ongoing support of the Fiji Tourism Exchange reinforces the value of close collaboration between national partners and industry in delivering positive economic and social outcomes.
Dr Paresh Pant, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Fiji, said the partnership was central to the delivery of the event:
“We are pleased to confirm Fiji Airways as the Premium Event Partner for Fiji Tourism Exchange 2026. As our national carrier, Fiji Airways is a key contributor to Fiji’s tourism success, enabling global connectivity and serving as a strong ambassador for the destination. This partnership reflects our shared value to positioning Fiji as a world-class, tourism destination while delivering tangible benefits for our tourism partners and local communities.”
Fiji Tourism Exchange 2026 will deliver two days of structured business-to-business meetings, networking opportunities and industry engagement sessions. The programme will showcase the diversity of Fiji’s tourism experiences, spanning luxury, soft-adventure, culture, marine tourism, nature-based tourism and community-led initiatives.
Building on the success of previous editions, FTE 2026 will welcome an expanded cohort of international buyers in all seven regions that Tourism Fiji operates internationally and introduce enhanced networking and engagement opportunities. The focal point will be on communicating authentic Fijian experiences. The move to a March event timeframe reflects a strategic shift to align with global travel planning cycles, positioning the exchange ahead of Fiji’s peak visitor season and maximising outcomes for both international partners and local operators.
Fiji Airways has supported the Fiji Tourism Exchange across the past 11 consecutive face-to-face events, demonstrating its long-standing commitment to the growth and development of Fiji’s tourism industry. As Premium Event Partner, the airline will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of FTE 2026.
The airline continues to expand its global network through new routes and increased services, and partnerships such as the AAdvantage loyalty program and the oneword® strengthening access to Fiji for visitors and trade partners. From 11 June 2026, Fiji Airways will commence direct services between Nadi and the Gold Coast, increasing seat capacity from Australia and further enhancing connectivity to the destination. These developments support improved travel options, increased visitor arrivals and broader tourism growth.
Mr Paul Scurrah, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fiji Airways, said:
“Fiji Airways is proud to serve as the Premium Event Partner for the Fiji Tourism Exchange 2026.As Fiji’s national carrier and with a mission to be World’s Happiest Airline, we are the first point of contact for travellers arriving in our islands and our world-class service helps set the tone for their entire Fijian experience. FTE is a vital platform for strengthening our global partnerships, showcasing the very best of what Fiji has to offer, and supporting sustainable growth for the tourism sector. We look forward to working with Tourism Fiji to ensure FTE 2026 delivers exceptional value for our industry and the communities that depend on it.”
Fiji Airways, a member of the oneworld® alliance, achieved a historic milestone by winning the APEX
World Class Airline for 2026, the most prestigious recognition in global aviation, placing it among the top 10 airlines globally. It is the smallest airline by fleet size ever to receive this distinction, and the only carrier in Oceania to be recognised. The accolade positions Fiji Airways among an elite group of global airlines celebrated worldwide for excellence in safety, sustainability, well-being, and service.
For further information on Fiji Tourism Exchange 2026, please visit the official Tourism Fiji website.