The emirate has continued to play a pioneering role in the advancement of the aviation industry
Ahmed bin Saeed: The tremendous response to the "Airport Show" has strong confidence in Dubai
Ahmed bin Saeed during his inauguration of the activities of the 20th session of the «Airport Show».
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His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of the Dubai Airports Corporation, Chief Executive Officer and CEO of Emirates Airlines and the group said, “The aviation industry has a long history and experience in dealing with challenges and crises, and emerging from them with the least losses, and the outcome. A large number of experiences learned. ”His Highness pointed out that the“ Covid-19 ”pandemic is one of these crises facing the industry at the present time, and the world is about to emerge from it so that we are once again on the paths of transformation and recovery.
On the occasion of the opening of the 20th "Airport Show" in Dubai yesterday, His Highness affirmed that the tremendous response to the "Airport Show" is an indication of the aviation world’s strong confidence in Dubai and its global efforts.
His Highness added, "I am pleased to see all industry actors working together to achieve a remarkable and faster recovery, after their suffering from the epidemic, and operating airports and airlines as their lifeline."
His Highness said: “As in the past, Dubai will continue in the future its pioneering role in the rise of the industry, through cooperation in crises, teamwork and self-confidence, to move obstacles and return to sailing successfully against the winds.”
Airport Gallery
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, yesterday morning, inaugurated the 20th session of the "Airport Show", the largest airport industry exhibition in the world.
The exhibition will take place from 24 to 26 May at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center, with the participation of more than 95 international exhibitors.
The large participation of international exhibitors from more than 50 countries, despite the international restrictions imposed on travel, reflects the size of the bet on the aviation sector, as it is one of the pillars of the global economy, and the need for all parties to contribute to supporting the gradual recovery witnessed by the growth rate in travel demand in Our present time, as a result of the tremendous efforts exerted by the concerned authorities and authorities.
Specialized Forums
The exhibition will visit senior decision-makers in major airports in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia, in search of new products and services for their facilities, while on the sidelines of the exhibition three important forums will cover the most prominent challenges of the airport sector, namely: the International Airport Leaders Forum, the Air Traffic Control Forum, and the Security Conference Airports, in addition to two new conferences, namely, the Passenger Experience Conference at Airports and the Airport Digital Transformation Conference.
New solutions
In addition, Daniel Qureshi, Director of Exhibitions Group at RED Middle East Exhibitions Company, said that the airports will witness at the global level major investments and upgrades, with the aim of implementing the new initiatives recommended by IATA and the International Airports Council in terms of health, safety and technology adoption. .
He stressed that the Airport Show is a central platform in which new innovations are presented to the players in the aviation sector, pointing out that the main changes expected to be implemented in airports over the next five years will focus on new solutions based on information technology, relying on artificial intelligence and “block”. Chen », cloud, remote control, and unmanned aircraft technology, as well as new green goals and initiatives, touch-free solutions for travelers, self-check-in / baggage delivery, and services that support mobile devices.
He mentioned that airports have always been exploring new ways to simplify the overall travel experience by adopting smart technologies and solutions, of which one can find many of them at the airport exhibition, including biometrics.
Participants: The Airport Show is the beginning of the return to the boom of the aviation industry in the region
Companies and bodies participating in the Airport Show have expressed their confidence that the aviation industry will soon regain its momentum, especially in Dubai.
Officials of these companies and bodies emphasized that the Airport Show marks the beginning of the gradual return to the prosperity of the aviation industry in the region, after the exceptional circumstances imposed by the "Covid-19" pandemic, and it will be an ideal platform to obtain everything the sector requires in the future.
The head of the Emiratesak Group, Thani Al-Zafin, said that there are strong positive signs of recovery around the world, expressing his hope that 2021 will be a better year for the aviation industry in general, and airports in particular.
He added, "We are confident that the aviation industry will regain its momentum soon, especially in Dubai, which is always ready to overcome all kinds of challenges and take the initiative to offer solutions."
It is expected that «Emaratech» will offer visitors to the exhibition, the solutions it has developed to create a smooth travel experience without contact or papers, to facilitate the travelers ’journey and make it more comfortable and safer.
In the same context, the Chairman of the Sharjah International Airport Authority, Ali Salem Al-Midfa, confirmed that the 20th session of the "Airport Show" in Dubai marks the beginning of the gradual return to the prosperity of the aviation industry in the region, after the exceptional circumstances imposed by the "Covid-19" virus, as well as It fosters communication among industry leaders to share plans and ideas, and stay informed about the latest technologies that contribute to improving processes and developing procedures.
He stressed that the UAE is a prominent regional center in this sector, thanks to its advanced infrastructure, modern systems and technologies, the highest global security and safety standards, and services that provide comfort to travelers.
In addition, the Executive Vice President of the Dubai Air Navigation Services Corporation, Ibrahim Ahli, said: “Embodying the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, which aims to make Dubai an airport for the world, we are working to adopt and implement Strategic and future projects for the aviation sector that would enhance the continuity of dealing with air traffic efficiently, even in the midst of difficult times resulting from the pandemic », stressing that the Corporation uses the finest technologies to provide the best and safest services to airlines and travelers, and to enhance Dubai Airport’s reputation as the best airport in the world.
Ahli stressed that the aviation services sector is ready now and in the future to work proactively and comprehensively to keep pace with the challenges of the future, indicating that the airport exhibition, given the prevailing conditions around the world, will be the ideal platform to obtain all that the sector requires in the future.
Biometrics .. and self-departure gates
Biometrics has become the focus of investment, with 64% of airports targeting launch of self-departure gates using biometrics and personal identification by 2023.
Dubai International Airport, which is the first in the world, for the seventh year in a row for international travelers is surpassing in terms of safety and security, with the increasing use of contactless technology, as it allows travelers to use biometric technology to confirm identity without presenting any document.
This system helps control the spread of the Corona virus, as it does not require any contact with other people.
The exhibition kicks off with the participation of more than 95 international exhibitors.
• The event includes 5 forums and conferences covering the challenges of the airport sector.
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