08 May 2016
Wesam Jammoul: Demand for smart technology by airports rapidly growing in the region

To raise awareness on its portfolio of advanced airport systems, technology infrastructure, and security solutions

Dubai - Smartworld, an Etisalat and Dubai South joint venture company, has confirmed its participation in the Airport Show, one of the world's largest airport-focused exhibitions, to be held from May 9 to May 11, 2016, at the Dubai international Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC).

Rising demand for smart technology will drive the global market for smart airports to reach $13 billion by 2019, according to a latest study, the growing demand presents strong opportunity for Smartworld, a leading technology service provider in the Gulf, will showcase its latest state-of-the-art Digital ICT offerings--advanced airport systems, technology infrastructure, applications and security solutions.

The Smartworld stand will be located at Stand No 4220, Hall No 4.

Wesam Jammoul, Executive Director - Projects, Smartworld, said: "The Airport Show is world's leading platform for aviation industry stakeholders worldwide. With the airports increasingly focusing on adopting new and smart technologies, the demand for such technology is growing rapidly in the region. We see the Airport Show as an ideal platform to showcase Smartworld's latest portfolio of services, that can significantly contribute to enhancing efficiencies in terms of better services as well as cost effectiveness."

With the global passenger numbers globally expected to rise to 7.3 billion by 2034, airports are working toward ensuring they are able to cope with the rising numbers, and, at the same time, offer seamless travel experience. Smart technologies can greatly help in delivering a hassle-free passenger experience. Massive investments in the region, especially the UAE, will drive the Middle East smart airports market to cross US$850 million within the next three years.

According to a latest study by Technavio says the global market for smart airports is estimated to reach $13 billion by 2019, at a combined annual growth rate of 6 per cent.

Smartworld's range of services are designed to meet the demands of aviation industry in the present day dynamic environment.  The company has successfully handled migration and phasing of solutions across some of today's leading airports.

Smartworld airports technology services include Airport Systems Program & Project Management, Airport Systems Implementations and Support, Airport Systems Architecture and Design, and Airport Systems Master Integration.

The company will leverage its strategic range of state-of-the-art ICT & ELV offerings and services in strengthening the operations of airports in the region.

About Smartworld:
Smartworld is a joint venture between Etisalat and Dubai South. The company's growth is driven by the clear vision of being the top-of-the-league digital smart service provider to enable a futuristic digital economic growth. Established in 2008, Smartworld works closely with government entities, telecommunication operators, SMEs and large enterprises delivering them unique value using its state of the art next gen infrastructure, efficient processes and a top notch team. www.smartworld.com  

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