Munich Airport (MUC) awards ADB SAFEGATE the contract for the delivery of the next generation Integrated Controller Working Position (ICWP)

Company ADB SAFEGATE
Date 19.12.2024

Elevating airside safety and efficiency at MUC with ADB SAFEGATE’s OneControl ICWP 

ADB SAFEGATE’s OneControl has been selected by Munich Airport to meet the safety and efficiency objectives outlined in Common Project 1 (CP1) of the European Air Traffic Management (ATM) Master Plan. This selection strives to push technical and operational performance to new heights. Cutting-edge features such as ground movement optimization, artificial intelligence, and Airside 4.0® solutions are becoming key drivers of the airport’s operational performance.

The multi-phase contract addresses the modernization outlined in the CP1, as well as advanced innovations for the Apron controller working position, based on ADB SAFEGATE’s Tower Solution OneControl. Munich Airport joins the list of reference airports across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland that have adopted ADB SAFEGATE’s Tower suite to tackle their complex operational needs.

Developed in alignment with the latest EUROCONTROL and EUROCAE standards, OneControl represents a unique blend of software engineering and operational excellence, committed to delivering the market’s best user experience, meticulously designed by and for air traffic controllers. The new system will be based on a modern, data-driven, and service-oriented architecture to ensure rapid deployment and interoperability.

Gonzalo Moreno-Muñoz, Vice-President Tower at ADB SAFEGATE, remarks, “Through this project, our long-standing partnership with Munich Airport brings the airside transformation to the next level. This renewal of trust confirms a relentless commitment to our customers.”

The project will place Munich Airport at the forefront of European aviation, embarking on a significant journey towards digitalization, automation, and groundbreaking use cases under ADB SAFEGATE’s Airside 4.0® vision. Alexander Hoffmann, VP Manager Operations at Munich Airport, emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership, stating, “This significant investment in state-of-the-art technology from ADB SAFEGATE is a clear example of our dedication to striving for the highest levels of efficiency and safety at Munich Airport.”

 

About Munich Airport

Munich Airport is one of Europe’s most important air transportation hubs and offers attractive flight connections to destinations worldwide. The renowned London-based Skytrax Institute regularly recognizes Munich Airport as one of the best airports in Europe and has also awarded it the quality seal of “5 Star Airport,” making it the first European airport to receive the rating. Founded in 1949, Flughafen München GmbH (FMG) operates Munich Airport, which has been at its current location since 1992. FMG’s shareholders are the Free Visit the WIPO Brand Database for country-specific registrations of the Airside 4.0® trademark. State of Bavaria with 51%, the Federal Republic of Germany with 26%, and the state capital Munich with 23%. More than 33,000 employees work at the airport campus at over 450 companies..

About ADB SAFEGATE

ADB SAFEGATE is a company that provides integrated solutions to airports, airlines, and ANSPs. We are proud to be leading the way with innovative and smart Airside 4.0®solutions that turn airports into smart airports, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the passenger experience. Solutions include airfield lighting, power and control systems, airport and tower software, docking automation, apron management, and aftermarket services. With over 1,400 employees and over 2,700 airports in over 175 countries, from the busiest and largest to the fastest-growing airports, ADB SAFEGATE is dedicated to making air travel safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly.

 

To learn more about ADB SAFEGATE and our innovative Airside 4.0® solutions, please visit our website at adbsafegate.com.

 

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