DXB and DWC get Region’s First Cloud-based Flight Information Displays

Dubai Airports, in partnership with Samsung Electronics and AirportLabs has achieved another first in the region by rolling out an advanced cloud-based Flight Information Display solution along with System on Chip (SoC) display technology at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) airports.

By upgrading the system with Samsung’s SoC based displays, Dubai Airports team can now operate its new VisionAir FIDS software without external PCs – a consolidated approach that is already reducing both the airport’s electrical footprint and operational costs.

Michael Ibbitson, Executive Vice President of Technology & Infrastructure at Dubai Airports said, “As the world’s busiest international airport that is operating at nearly full capacity, we understand that the most efficient way to accommodate growth without physically expanding the infrastructure is by deploying smart technologies and enhancing processes.”

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“We are thrilled to partner with Dubai Airports and we look forward to demonstrating how our Smart Signage displays and VisionAir FIDS solution can revolutionise communications and productivity within the transportation industry,” said Seog-gi Kim, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics.

Some of the advanced capabilities of the new system include the ability to run it from an internet browser without the need for any local software installation.

It allows enabling of screen layouts and content for specific zones within the airport from a mobile device or from the control room.

The system allows collaborative content management giving airlines, ground handlers or other airport service partners some level of control in managing different types of content such as branding, passenger advisory, as well as operational messaging, flight information and advertising.

The system can also help reduce energy consumption through control of backlight. As part of the project a total of 2,700 display screens were also replaced across Terminal 3, Concourses A, B and C. (Source: Dubai Airports).

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