With Edinburgh Airport rapidly approaching pre-pandemic passenger numbers of more than 15 million annually, the air transport hub has selected Veovo’s Intelligent Airport Platform to accelerate its digital transformation.
The rapid growth at Scotland’s main aviation gateway includes a 120% increase in transatlantic traffic. To support airport operations and aircraft turnaround procedures, Edinburgh and its partners will use the Veovo web-based platform to improve decision-making and optimise the use of gates, check-in counters and baggage carousels.
To enable the airport to enhance the use of its fixed assets and increase revenue opportunities, the roll-out of Veovo’s technology will include its Airport Operational Database (AODB), Resource Management System (RMS) and Revenue Management modules.
“The fast-paced nature of the airport environment and our business means we need to have a modern systems that is as agile and efficient as our operation, which is exactly what Veovo’s system delivers,” said Denis McIlroy, Head of IT at Edinburgh Airport.
“We’re a very data-driven airport and the functionality of the Veovo system will complement our work to improve the information for passengers and airlines, as well as respond quickly to potential issues and make informed plans and decisions across our campus.”
Veovo’s web-based platform will enable airport staff and their partners to replace static operational plans with accurate situational awareness accessible from anywhere. Predictive insight, real-time data, and “manage by exception” principles will also allow staff to focus on what is most important as events unfold. The new system will also help improve the speed and efficiency of the airport’s aeronautical billing processes, improving time to invoice and ultimately boosting cash flow. The airport will also be able to roll out new route support schemes and link carrier charges to its sustainability and commercial goals.
Veovo’s CEO James Williamson said: “Coupling the new flight management capabilities with our passenger flow solutions, also used by Edinburgh Airport, will put them firmly on the path towards Total Airport Management. This integrated approach enables more holistic and proactive resource management – reducing delays, improving resilience and optimising performance.”
