Fraport Slovenia is introducing Assaia's Turnaround Control solution at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU)

Fraport Slovenija is introducing Assaia's TurnaroundControl solution at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU) to optimize turnaround performance and gain valuable insights for future deployments at other Fraport airports. As a pioneer within the Fraport Group LJU aims to take its ground handling division to the next level by leveraging AI and shared data collaboration.

As one of the few airports in Europe with an in-house ground handling department, LJU faces the challenge of maintaining and improving service levels amidst staff shortages and increasing traffic. Fraport Slovenija management is embracing state-of-the-art technology to work smarter to ensure a smooth passenger experience.

Assaia's TurnaroundControl will gather objective data from every ground handling process, identifying bottlenecks, process dependencies, and discrepancies between planned and actual times. The ultimate goal is to streamline all ground handling processes and enhance Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) through high-quality operational data available on a 24/7 basis.

Using cameras and computer vision technology, TurnaroundControl ensures real-time monitoring of critical processes, regardless of weather conditions. Any deviation from planned time stamps triggers automatic alerts, allowing for swift intervention and resolution.

The system will also assist LJU in accurately predicting off-block time, generating real-time alerts, and enabling proactive resource management for improved on-time performance and reduced ground delays. Ultimately, these enhancements will contribute to an improved passenger experience.

All data points will be accessible for post-operation analysis, driving continuous improvement in ground handling procedures based on actual performance and evolving airline requirements.

In addition to the immediate benefits at LJU, this deployment will provide invaluable insights for a wider Fraport Group deployment, addressing industry-wide challenges such as data-driven Service Level Agreement (SLA) management, delay code clearing.

The collaboration between Assaia and Fraport began at Fraport's Digital Factory Open Pitch Day, resulting in the swift deployment of Assaia's Apron AI at LJU in just three months. To learn more and register for the upcoming Open Pitch Day in December 2023, visit www.fraport.com/en/openpitchday.

Testimonials

The use of Assaia's TurnaroundControl has provided our Airline Partners, Ground Handlers, and Service Providers with full visibility of the aircraft turn processes. The data, predictability, and visibility enhances our collective efficiency and resilience at Toronto Pearson. Paired with our A-CDM initiative, Assaia's TurnaroundControl provides crucial data driving A-CDM processes, a reduction in turn times, and a noticeable increase in on-time performance.

Dean Wright
Associate Director, Gating & Airport Flow

The way Turnaround 2.0 uses AI and machine learning to boost our zone controllers' efficiency is remarkable. They can now manage multiple gate activities with more focus on handling exceptions, rather than multitasking. Turnaround 2.0 is more than a tool for the present; it's a foundation for 'United Next,' growing with us and helping us surpass our operational goals efficiently.

Daniel Reed
Director of Station Operations, United Airlines

Our focus is to use innovation to make our operations smoother. We have selected Assaia because of the capabilities of the tool. But it is also really important for us that it has a good record of successful implementation, so we know it will deliver for us, for our airlines and ultimately for our passengers.

Dr Babett Stapel
Managing Director, Fraport Slovenjia

We are optimizing all our processes on the apron to shorten the time each aircraft needs to be on the ground, which benefits both our passengers and our airline partners. This is a common issue across our airports and we are talking to all of them about this technology.

Claus Grunow
VP of Corporate Strategy and Digitalization at Fraport

We are pleased to partner with Assaia to implement the ApronAI Turnaround Control solution at T4. This new solution will not only optimize operations and our work with our business partners, but will also help us to ensure a first-class customer experience at T4.

Roel Huinink
President and CEO, JFKIAT

For most airports, the apron is a a black box. Assaia finally gives our ground staff full insight into every turnaround. This allows them to focus on what really matters, while simultaneously making the work environment safer.

Jason Aspelund
Former Manager Strategic Performance, Alaska Airlines

The real-time and historical insights that can inform both airport and airline operations make this solution a clear winner for everyone.

Craig Paul
Director of Technology & Innovation , Halifax Stanfield International

Assaia's product allows airports and airlines to collect, track, and analyze data in real time; this innovation removes inefficiencies and optimizes performance.

Jim Lockheed
JetBlue Ventures

We’re creating the airport of the future, and innovation in apron operations will directly improve the passenger experience. We are laser focused on innovations that will make Pearson and its whole apron ecosystem more efficient while reducing our carbon footprint.

Deborah Flint
President and CEO GTAA

SEA needed an innovative solution to our capacity problem and have worked with Assaia to optimize the turnaround process resulting in reduced taxi times and increased passenger satisfaction. Assaia has exceeded our expectations, consistently delivering on-time & on-budget.

Samer Tirhi
Airline Scheduling Coordinator, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

With the help of Predicted Off Block Time from Assaia. JFKIAT Operations can be proactive to reduce or eliminate any delays and gate holds

Stephen Tukavkin
VP IT & Digital, JFKIAT

We are proud to be partnering with the Assaia team in our mission to use technology to improve the efficiency and safety of the airport environment.

Raghbir S. Pattar
Director of Airports Transformation, IAG

I had mentioned before, great innovation on your part. With these types of improvements, T4 is always leading at JFK. Thank you

COPA Station Manager
JFKIAT

We’re working hard on becoming an airport of the future, and this involves rethinking every part of our ground operations. Assaia’s ApronAI is an integral component of our vision for the ramp of the future.

Abhi Chacko
Head of Innovation & Commercial IT Services, Gatwick Airport

Assaia’s technology adds critical data points to CVG’s early-stage neural network for operational advancements. Structured data generated by artificial intelligence will provide information to make decisions, optimize airside processes, and improve efficiency and safety.

Brian Cobb
CIO, CVG Airport

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