5 December 2024

SITA and IDEMIA to tackle key challenges in baggage handling and airport operations

SITA and IDEMIA to transform baggage handling with computer vision technology

SITA, a global provider of air transport technology, and IDEMIA, a specialist in computer vision, biometrics and digital security, are expanding their partnership to tackle critical challenges in airport operations, particularly in baggage handling. Building on their previous collaboration in enhancing digital travel credentials and biometric solutions for border management, the two companies aim to

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Integrity eVTOL aircraft in UrbanLink livery

UrbanLink pre-orders 20 Integrity eVTOL aircraft

CRISALION Mobility (CRISALION), a Spanish pioneer in advanced electric mobility solutions, has secured a pre-order for 20 Integrity eVTOL aircraft from UrbanLink Air Mobility (UrbanLink), a sustainable transportation company based in South Florida. The agreement highlights their mutual commitment to transforming regional air travel through advanced air mobility (AAM) solutions. UrbanLink aims to be the

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The U.S. Army has ordered three additional CH-47F Block II Chinooks © Boeing

U.S. Army orders three more CH-47F Block II Chinooks

The U.S. Army has awarded Boeing a US$135 million contract for three additional CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters as part of its ongoing modernisation programme. This Lot 3 contract is a continuation of the Army’s efforts to upgrade its heavy-lift capabilities to meet evolving mission requirements worldwide. The announcement follows the Army’s decision in February

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The new Astrova IFE system debuted during the delivery flight of Icelandair’s first A321neo LR aircraft

Icelandair becomes first airline to launch Astrova IFE solution

Icelandair, the flag carrier of Iceland, is the first airline to implement Astrova, the advanced in-flight entertainment (IFE) system by Panasonic Avionics. This new system debuted during the delivery flight of Icelandair’s first A321neo LR aircraft. Passengers on Icelandair’s A321neo LRs will experience Astrova’s cutting-edge features, including 4K OLED HDR10+ displays that offer precise colour

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MoU signing between Qatar Airways Cargo and JAL

Qatar Airways Cargo and JAL team up to strengthen cargo partnership

Qatar Airways Cargo has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Japan Airlines (JAL) to strengthen their partnership and expand cargo services. This follows Japan Airlines’ recent launch of daily passenger flights between Tokyo Haneda and Hamad International Airport in Doha. The MoU aims to enhance product offerings for cargo customers and create operational synergies

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