Airports Called to Submit Candidacy for ACI World-Amadeus Technology Innovation Awards

Airports Council International (ACI) World and Amadeus, a leading travel technology company, recently opened submissions for the Technology Innovation Awards.

In their third edition, the Technology Innovation Awards put a spotlight on industry-leading technology initiatives and leadership by airports around the world.

Airport members of ACI are invited to submit their candidacy to the ACI World-Amadeus Technology Innovation Awards in one of three categories:

– Best innovation(s) in airport passenger related processes
– Best innovation(s) in airport operations and installations management
– Best airport innovation leader (individual)

“The customer needs to be at the focus of all that we do—and this is the way forward,” ACI World Director General Luis Felipe de Oliveira said.

The Technology Innovation Awards highlight cutting edge initiatives and leadership by airports that improve the operation or increase efficiency, in a rapidly changing environment.

“Whether improving the operation or automating a process, it comes down to how it will benefit the traveller,” he said, encouraging airports worldwide to apply.

The contest is open to all ACI airport members. Applications must be submitted by Friday, April 14.

A committee of industry experts will assess submissions and seek best projects or organizational leadership that enhance the passenger journey, drive operational efficiency, or improve processes for employees, travellers, and other stakeholders.

According to Elena Avila, EVP Airport IT and Airline Operations at Amadeus, airports across the world are applying new technology to deliver better passenger experiences and improved operational performance, often in challenging circumstances with many players involved.

“We’re seeing a quiet revolution take shape across the industry as more airports choose cloud-based systems that are more flexible and better connected,” she said.

“At Amadeus we believe the next phase of industry innovation will come from breaking down historic silos, so airports, airlines and wider stakeholders can better collaborate with common platform-based technologies. I look forward to learning more about the innovative projects happening across our industry at this year’s awards.”