Assaia – The ApronAI

“The people at this table tonight share a common belief—they see things differently and have a vision for what’s possible.” On Tuesday night at Boom Boom Ciao in Madrid, some of the brightest minds in aviation came together with one mission: achieving the perfect turnaround. 🚀✈️ The focus wasn’t just on logistics and strategies—it was about collaboration, innovation, and reimagining what’s possible in our industry. Around the table, ideas were shared, visions aligned, and new possibilities were explored. When you bring together people who think differently and strive for better, progress happens. And that’s how we move our industry forward.💡 #PTE2025 #PerfectTurnMovement

We’re excited to announce that we have been selected by Munich Airport (MUC) to partner with them on the future of turnaround management! Together, we will be improving operational efficiency and sustainability at MUC by deploying Assaia – The ApronAI’s solution across 150 gates. Here’s what this means for MUC:  -On-Time Flights 📅 – Predictive Turnaround Management helps to reduce delays and keeps flights running smoothly.  -Real-Time Ramp Visibility ✈️ – Enables seamless and efficient operations.  -Sustainable Growth 🌱 – Optimized apron operations help cut inefficiencies, reduce emissions, and support environmentally friendly expansion. Udo Janurek, Vice President Aviation Products and Services, Munich Airport, commented, “Partnering with Assaia is a key step toward optimizing gate operations, improving efficiency, and ensuring smooth performance throughout the airport.” Johannes Knoeferle, Head of Product and Performance Management Airside Operations: “With the introduction of the Assaia-System, we are taking a major step towards a digital, data-driven airport and laying the foundation for a digital solution for process optimization of the future” Jan Willem Kappes, SVP Global Sales at Assaia, added, “Munich Airport is a significant global hub, and we’re proud to have found a partner that shares the same vision as we do: Making aviation smarter and more sustainable. ApronAI will provide the tools to optimize turnaround times, enhance decision-making, and enable sustainable growth.” With over 1000 gates contracted worldwide, Assaia’s ApronAI is the leading solution for optimizing turnarounds, increasing apron safety, and reducing ground emissions. We’re thrilled to welcome Munich Airport to our growing community of innovators! A big thanks to the teams that made this partnership possible, working together to make aviation smarter, greener, and more efficient. 📸 At PTE, Max Diez, Assaia; Udo Janurek, Munich Airport; Jan Willem Kappes, Assaia; Klaus Reithmeier, Munich Airport; Johannes Knoeferle, Munich Airport #PTEexpo #PTEWorld #PTE2025

Copenhagen Airports A/S (CPH) is transforming airport operations with Total Airport Management (TAM), blending AI, real-time data, and automation for smoother and greener processes. Key innovations include Assaia – The ApronAI for real-time turnaround monitoring and Smarter Airports Airhart Operations Orchestration for optimizing operations and reducing emissions. By integrating these solutions, CPH has already seen measurable improvements in efficiency and reliability, noting that gates equipped with Assaia have reduced delayed expected departure times by an average of 6.5 minutes for late-arriving flights, saving an estimated $540,582 in six months. Learn more at the Passenger Terminal Expo 2025 in Madrid, stand 9521 #PTEWorld #PTE2025 https://lnkd.in/d2y7AC5a

Discover the challenges of installing cameras, networks, and infrastructure on complex airfields in this insightful conversation between Andrew Smith and Jan Willem Kappes at Passenger Terminal EXPO & CONFERENCE ✈️ . Learn real-world problem-solving strategies, lessons from tricky environments, and how collaboration between Fujitsu and Assaia – The ApronAI streamlines the process. 📅 Wednesday 9 April at 4pm 📍 Booth 9521 #PTExpoConf

Tim spoke to Regional Gateway about how AI-powered solutions are transforming the aviation sector. These innovative tools optimize stand usage, speed up turnaround times, lower emissions and costs for a more sustainable future, and enhance safety—all without requiring costly infrastructure upgrades

✈️ Passenger Terminal Expo is here, and we’re ready! Find the Assaia team at booth 9521 and join the growing community striving for the perfect turnaround. Curious about what it takes to achieve seamless operations? Swing by and have fun with our mini apron stand—it’s your chance to experience the power of the perfect turn firsthand. Looking forward to connecting, chatting, and innovating with you. 📍 See you at booth 9521! Christiaan Hen, Jan Willem Kappes, Sarah Owen, MRAeS and Victor Vlaming #PTE25 #aviationinnovation #perfecturnaround

Tim will be speaking on a panel at Airports Council International - North America Airports@Work discussing Enhancing the Apron-Terminal Interface: Operational, Safety, Environmental, and Technology Innovations for the Coming Decade alongside Scott Ayers, A. A. E., IAP, ACE, GA CEM, Six Sigma Green, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport; Eddie Clayson, Salt Lake City Department of Airports; Ryan O'Connor, Southwest Airlines and Olivia Wimberly, Southwest Airlines. Register to join the discussion https://lnkd.in/ebU4mVgk

The turnaround process, the critical period in which an aircraft is readied for its next flight, exemplifies complexity. This process involves coordinating multiple teams and handling various tasks, all of which must flow seamlessly to avoid issues. Despite recent advances, many airports still depend on manual oversight to manage turnarounds. AI offers transformative solutions, providing data-driven capabilities that streamline operations and support rapid, informed decision-making. By leveraging AI, airports and ground handlers can achieve a new level of accuracy, and resilience, setting the stage for an era of seamless, safe, and sustainable air travel. Read more in Ground Handling International's interview with Christiaan Hen.

How do you keep 340+ daily flights running on time while managing gate constraints, unpredictable weather, and growing schedules? Alaska Airlines is making it happen at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with Assaia’s advanced platform. By streamlining workflows, improving communication, and offering real-time data, Assaia – The ApronAI gives Alaska Airlines the tools to tackle challenges head-on and ensure smooth operations. https://lnkd.in/dEudgEsp

We’re excited to share that Assaia’s ApronAI is now live at Aeroporti di Roma (ADR)! 🎉 The initial rollout covers 57 gates, with the rest to follow soon. Assaia – The ApronAI was selected in ADR’s first Runway to the Future Innovation Program. It’s a milestone worth celebrating—this is the first large-scale deployment of ApronAI at a European Skytrax Five-Star Airport, which has just been crowned Best Airport in Europe for the 8th year running! 🌟✈️ ApronAI is helping to streamline ADR's processes and optimize their turnarounds while improving coordination between key stakeholders like ground handlers and airlines, moving closer to a more connected and efficient airport system. Collaboration has been key to this achievement, and we’re excited to keep advancing the future of aviation, one gate at a time. #AviationInnovation #AeroportidiRoma #PerfectTurnMovement #Airports #beyondflying