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Saudia, Amadeus, and SolitAir among new exhibitors<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Travel experiences set to become more seamless <\/strong><\/p>\n Technology is redefining airport operations<\/strong><\/p>\n High priority for enhanced \u00a0passenger safety<\/strong><\/p>\n Touchless technology making journeys enjoyable <\/strong><\/p>\n Innovation can help airports overcome capacity challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n AI tools helping optimize resource allocations<\/strong><\/p>\n Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, (ARAB NEWSWIRE<\/a>) \u2014 \u00a0 <\/strong>The 4th<\/sup> edition of Global Airports Forum (GAF), to be held at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre (RICEC) from December 16 to 17, will see over 50 new exhibitors including flag-carrier Saudia and global travel technology giant Amadeus, along with Airport Innovation Trail and Airport Innovation Hub making its debut.<\/p>\n Organized by Niche Ideas, with Matarat Holding, an arm of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), as its main sponsor, the largest dedicated airport B2B platform in the Kingdom will feature over 250 exhibitors from 100+ countries, along with over 10,000 participants over two days.<\/p>\n An unprecedented 1,000+ buyers will be coming from within the Arabian Peninsula\u2019s largest country Saudi and the wider Middle East region. \u00a0There will be 5,000+ pre-scheduled meetings during the Forum\u2019s duration. Additionally, over 100 international speakers are attending the two co-located events: the Global Aviation Issues Conference (GAIC) and the Women in Aviation (WIA) General Assembly.<\/p>\n This edition will see four new features: Future GSE Display, Airport Innovation Hub, Airport Innovation Trail, and the Startups Hub. Additionally, there will be dedicated pavilions by various countries, including Italy, Germany and the United Kingdom, with a special focus on game changing innovations for the airports industry.<\/p>\n Daksha<\/strong> Patel<\/strong>, Event Director at Niche Ideas, remarked: \u201cWith most of the world\u2019s leading aviation industry players coming onboard, Global Airports Forum 2025 will be a power-packed edition that will display new technology and discuss issues that are of vital interest to the rapidly-expanding industry. It has been our endeavour to bring the best innovations and ideas to the show for our attendees and the number of new launches this year is a testimony to the global industry\u2019s commitment to Saudi Arabia\u2019s vision to transform global air travel.\u201d<\/p>\n The first-ever Airport Innovation Trail<\/strong> and Airport Innovation Hub<\/strong> will offer visitors a guided discovery experience, highlighting innovation-led solutions that drive aviation growth \u2014 from passenger experience and airport operations to sustainability, safety, security, and revenue generation. As part of the Trail, participating companies will showcase products and technologies that visitors can explore and interact with throughout the exhibition.<\/p>\n The participants, all along the journey, will be able to discover the awe-inspiring technologies featured at the B2B platform. \u00a0It will be complemented by the Airport Innovation Hub that will showcase how the passenger journey is getting evolved through a slew of practical, forward-looking technology solutions. The Airport Innovation Hub<\/strong>, featuring five dedicated zones, will further highlight how airports are becoming more efficient, secure, sustainable, and passenger-focused through cutting-edge technologies. Each of the companies participating in the Airport Innovation Trail and Airport Innovation Hub will represent commitments to advancing airport efficiency, safety, and passenger experience.<\/p>\n Speaking about their participation in GAF 2025, Hasan<\/strong> Ezzeddine<\/strong>, Managing Partner at Bayanat Engineering, said this landmark platform brings together the innovators and leaders shaping the future of aviation. \u201cWe remain dedicated to advancing airport technologies and operational excellence. The event provides an opportunity to showcase our continued commitment to innovation, strengthen our collaborations with industry partners, and contribute to the sustainable growth of airport infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and across the region.\u201d<\/p>\n Bandar<\/strong> Alsafari<\/strong>, Head of Business Development at Swissport Saudi Arabia, said the GAF has been a key platform for uniting aviation leaders shaping the future of airport operations. In Saudi Arabia, Swissport is a leading ground handling supplier, serving more than 50 percent of all foreign carriers and supporting the Kingdom\u2019s aviation growth. \u201cWe continue to innovate and invest in solutions that enhance operational excellence and elevate service standards for our airline partners.\u201d<\/p>\n TDC CEO Hassan<\/strong> Al<\/strong> Qahtani<\/strong> added that TDC believes innovation is not only about technology \u2014 it\u2019s about rethinking how one builds connections, efficiency, and sustainability into every airport project. \u201cOur experience across Saudi Arabia\u2019s major airports has shown that real progress comes from collaboration and creative engineering. GAF-2025 offers a powerful platform to exchange these ideas and showcase how Saudi Arabia is setting new global benchmarks in aviation development.\u201d<\/p>\n New exhibitors leading in their respective sectors, that are participating at this edition, include Saudia, the fast-expanding flag carrier of Saudi Arabia; Amadeus,\u00a0 the world\u2019s leading provider of travel technology; Esnad Al Shabakah, a company that provides services for the aerospace and aviation sectors; EPG, a leading global provider of unified supply chain execution software; Tecnica Proyectos, a Spanish engineering consultancy in transport and clean energy domains; FlyNow Aviation, with its eCopters for air transport within metropolitan areas<\/p>\n and Saudi Arabia\u2019s Branch of Ghafari Associates, a global architecture, engineering, and consulting firm.<\/p>\n GAF 2025 comes at a time when the landscape of the airport industry has been fast changing. Technologies like biometric screening, automated check-ins, and smart baggage handling are becoming standard. Airports are looking at adopting touchless technologies for enhanced passenger experience. \u00a0As the infrastructure expansion remains a mismatch to handle increasing passenger and cargo traffic, airports are turning to digital solutions to optimize the use of existing infrastructure.\u00a0 Touchless technology including biometric boarding gates and self-service kiosks, is being harnessed to make every part of the travel experience smoother and enjoyable. Airports are acquiring digital tools to offer passengers a personalized and technologically advanced experience.<\/p>\n SITA, the world\u2019s leading IT provider for the air transport industry and a key sponsor at GAF 2025, in a megatrends report, says technology will significantly influence the travel landscape by 2033, as 97 percent of airline companies are planning a program to develop generative AI. In 71 percent of airports, advancements in AI, Machine Learning, and computer vision are being established. AI solutions have been implemented in 31 percent of airports, and in 36 percent of airports, implementation is expected by the end of 2026. \u00a0Over 16 percent of airports are already using AI and ML for improved decision-making, with another 51 percent having plans to implement AI solutions by the end of 2026.<\/p>\n Airports Council International (ACI), who will also be exhibiting at Global Airports Forum for the first time this year, have said: \u201cAirport innovation can be visionary and can help to solve a specific problem or take advantage of opportunities. Airports are committed to providing world-class customer service, and innovation plays an important role in meeting passengers\u2019 needs and expectations.\u201d It added that airports increasingly understand that a customer-centric, creative approach to operational and financial management is critical for success. To move beyond innovation as a mere buzzword and tap into its transformative potential, airports understand that it\u2019s more than just technology \u2013 it\u2019s a process centred on people that requires a culture shift and executive-level commitment.\u201d<\/p>\n Ends <\/strong><\/p>\n This press release is issued through Arab Newswire (www.arabnewswire.com<\/a>) \u2013 a newswire service for Arab World, Middle East and North Africa (MENA), and it is distributed by EmailWire\u2122\u00a0(www.emailwire.com<\/a>) \u2013 the global\u00a0newswire service that provides Press release distribution with guaranteed results\u2122<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n