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The 8th edition of Inter Airport Southeast Asia (IASEA) was held in Singapore from 25-27 March 2025. Spanning across 6,259 sqm of exhibition space, the airport exhibition and conference brought together 3,621 industry trade professionals from 53 countries and regions, and featured 134 exhibiting companies, including pavilions representing Germany, Italy, Japan, and Singapore. The event saw a 43% increase in exhibitor size and a 15.6% rise in attendee numbers, underscoring the rising significanc...

As the world emerges from the pandemic's shadow five years after it spread globally, everything seems to be back on track. Air travel volumes have matched and even surpassed the pre-COVID level. But are they truly “back”? The pandemic did more than just bring masks and border closures. It fundamentally reshaped the world, accelerating digitalisation beyond recognition and irrevocably redefining security paradigms and human behaviour. Heightened security concerns Standard solutions...

As airports invest heavily in automation, biometrics, security, self-service and personalised commercial services, terminal layouts must evolve alongside these innovations. The traditional model involving rows of check-in counters, static security areas, and inefficient passenger flows no longer makes sense. Instead, airports need seamless integration, where smart technology and intelligent design work together to reduce congestion and make the most out of every square metre. Acquisition of CC...

RecFaces, an international facial recognition software vendor, is excited to announce an upcoming panel discussion on the transformative role of biometric technology in APAC airports. Titled “Smart Airports Start with Smart Tech: Facial Biometrics for APAC Airports,” the online event is to be held on April 30 at 15:00 IST and bring together top industry experts to discuss how AI-driven biometrics is reshaping air travel. Biometrics to streamline journey Industry polls reveal that...

The much-anticipated Inter Airport Southeast Asia (IASEA) 2025 has officially opened now at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, bringing together key airport industry stakeholders, global solution providers, and pioneering experts to shape the future of airport operations and passenger experience. Themed “Airport Operations for Tomorrow,” conversations surrounding these topics are especially crucial as the aviation industry is witnessing rapid transformation and projected global passe...

AtlasIED, a pioneer in the AV and security industries, is returning to the Passenger Terminal Expo 2025, where it will exhibit in a shared booth with Nanolumens, Omnivex, and Sittig. AtlasIED will showcase its comprehensive transportation technology solutions at the show, including its renowned GLOBALCOM communications platform. Attendees are invited to experience these solutions in person at booth #9901. AtlasIED’s GLOBALCOM As a trusted communications provider in the transportation se...

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced Prism™ SKR, the newest addition to the Prism embedded software ecosystem. Prism SKR, pronounced “seeker,” sets a new standard in precision automatic target recognition (ATR) for autonomously guided weapon systems, including loitering munitions, air-launched effects (ALE), counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS), low-cost missiles, and smart munitions. Prism SKR's advanced algorithms Prism SKR operates s...

Defence Contractors are Now in Unchartered Territory. With new DCAA leadership, Executive Orders, and sweeping changes on the horizon, the stakes have never been higher.  Protect the bottom line by joining key stakeholders from defence, aerospace, technology, and beyond at ACI’s 16th Annual DCAA & DCMA Cost, Pricing, Compliance, and Audits—the premier event for cost and pricing, government compliance, audit, and procurement professionals. Senior executives and forge new c...

Allied Universal® today announced that Taylor Carr has joined its Technology Services business unit as senior vice president of operations.  In this role, Carr will oversee operations and drive growth across all revenue segments of the business. Experienced industry leader Carr has more than 25 years of experience in the technology and security industriesCarr has more than 25 years of experience in the technology and security industries. Most recently he served as president for Visi...

Gunnebo Entrance Control is set to unveil its latest advancements in airport security at Passenger Terminal Expo 2025, including showcasing advanced entrance control technology from Cominfo, a Gunnebo Entrance Control company. On booth 1314, as a pioneer in entrance control solutions, visitors will be able to see AFL as the latest addition to Gunnebo Entrance Control airport gates portfolio. Highest security standards Gunnebo Entrance Control will present Cominfo’s AirGate e-Gate for au...

Themed “Airport Operations for Tomorrow”, inter airport Southeast Asia 2025 (IASEA) curated a lineup of conference sessions and the latest innovations to drive conversations on what a sustainable tomorrow looks like for Asia’s airport operations and ground handling industry. From 25-27 March 2025, the 8th edition of IASEA is expected to gather over 4,000 attendees, 150 notable global brands and some 50 industry experts as speakers at the iconic Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. IA...

Oliver Dörre, CEO of HENSOLDT AG, and Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab, signed a memorandum of understanding on intended cooperation in the field of aircraft protection technologies at the Munich Security Conference. Integrated system solutions ”Partnerships are a central element of our corporate strategy, especially in our commitment to deliver our products quickly and reliably to our customers. That's why this MoU with Saab is another important step in our strategic dev...

SAS Technology, Greece's pioneering company in the research and development of armed unmanned systems, has successfully concluded an intensive three-day live-fire testing campaign (February 10–12, 2025). These trials confirmed the advanced operational capabilities of the company's UCAV, SARISA II (SRS-2A), marking yet another milestone in the evolution of autonomous combat systems. Certification for SARISA II The tests were run under the rule of the Hellenic Ministry of National Defence...

Sentrycs, a pioneering provider of cutting-edge counter-UAS solutions, has been awarded a multi-million-dollar contract in Latin America for a national defence project. The project marks a significant milestone as the largest installation of counter-drone systems in the region, demonstrating Sentrycs’ unparalleled technological capabilities in addressing the growing threats posed by drones in high-risk environments. Advanced C-UAS systems A strong emphasis will be placed on combating n...

Experia Events has announced a stellar line-up of exhibitors for the inaugural Business Aviation Asia Forum and Expo (BAAFEx) taking place 4-6 March 2025 at Singapore’s Changi Exhibition Centre. Aircraft maker Boeing Business Jets intend to have aircraft on static display, while aircraft operators VistaJet and Amber Aviation have confirmed to have aircraft on static display. VistaJet will have its flagship Bombardier Global 7500 on static display, while Amber Aviation will display a Gulfs...

OSI Systems, Inc. (the “Company” or “OSI Systems”) announced that its Security division received an order for approximately $27 million to provide a range of checkpoint and hold baggage screening solutions to an international customer. Aviation security products Among the systems to be delivered are the RTT® 110 (Real Time Tomography) explosive detection system for screening hold baggage, Orion® 920CT (Computed Tomography) checkpoint screening system integrate...

inter airport Southeast Asia, the premier trade exhibition and conference for airport innovation and technology in Asia, will return to Singapore from 25 to 27 March 2025 at the Marina Bay Sands. The 8th edition is expected to bring together over 3,500 representatives of the aviation industry in Asia, influencers in the airports and airlines community, and 150+ exhibitors, including world-class solution providers and airport equipment suppliers, to connect, find synergies, build partnerships, a...

inter airport Southeast Asia, the premier trade exhibition and conference for airport innovation and technology in Asia will return to Singapore from 25 to 27 March 2025 at the Marina Bay Sands. The 8th edition is expected to bring together over 3,500 representatives of the aviation industry in Asia, influencers in the airports and airlines community, and 150+ exhibitors, including world-class solution providers and airport equipment suppliers, to connect, find synergies, build partnerships, an...

HENSOLDT, Lufthansa Technik Defence and Bombardier Defence announced that the PEGASUS aircraft has completed its first flight out of Bombardier’s facility in Wichita, Kansas. Led by HENSOLDT, PEGASUS is an airborne missionised platform that will integrate the Kalætron Integral SIGINT system to perform highly critical signal surveillance missions for the German armed forces. PEGASUS aircraft’s flight As the aircraft officially enters its next phase and is moving one step cl...

CAA International (CAAi) and Rapiscan have announced a strategic collaboration to transform airport security screening and drive the adoption of advanced screener assessment solutions by establishing a global platform to enhance X-ray screening competency within the aviation sector. Under Annex 17 – Security, the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) mandates that all persons carrying out screening operations are certified by their national civil aviation security programme.&nb...

dormakaba is expanding its activities in the airport business area. Unique pilot projects for the automation of security checks are already underway at various airports and more will be coming soon. dormakaba has also seen a very good order intake in the airport sector for the financial year 2023/24. Argus Air eGates sensor gates Orders for the supply and maintenance of Argus Air eGates sensor gates were successfully implemented at several airports.  The total revenue was in the high sin...

Many airports have been affected by the 100ml liquid limitation being reimposed for some 3D X-ray screening equipment, requiring passengers to remove any liquid, gel, or aerosol above 100ml from their bags and have it screened separately. X-ray screener training Airport security personnel play a crucial role in safeguarding passengers and preventing potential terrorist threats, and given that the world is entering peak summer travel season, with ever-increasing threats from around the world, i...

ODSecurity is thrilled to announce the successful installation of two Soter RS X-ray body scanners at the Cayman Islands Airport for the Customs and Border Control Service. These advanced scanners, developed by ODSecurity, are designed to detect contraband inside and outside the body using a very low X-ray dose, enhancing the airport's security measures. Effective and efficient installation The Customs and Border Control Service has expressed their satisfaction with the performance of ODSecur...

By combining innovative radar, camera and software technologies, Navtech and Dallmeier Electronic now offer an integrated solution for optimised airside security at airports. By integrating the two systems, airport operators can achieve a very high level of objective security against a wide range of threat scenarios at a low total cost of ownership. Airside violations are a major security problem in air traffic. The scenario of possible threats ranges from disruptions of flight operations by ac...

76% of the UK’s critical national infrastructure (CNI) organisations have identified the use of AI to drive cyber threats as a current security concern.  This dramatic rise in concern about how cybercriminals use AI is revealed in new research by pioneering cyber security services firm Bridewell, surveying 521 staff responsible for cyber security at UK CNI organisations in sectors such as civil aviation, telecommunications, energy, transport, media, financial services and water suppl...

The number of women in the civil aviation workforce, especially in leadership positions like CEOs, pilots, air traffic controllers, and aircraft engineers, has been on an ascent, especially in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region as the global aviation industry heads toward growth and expansion.  To boost their presence in leadership roles in the US$553.9 billion-value global airlines market, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the trade association representing a...

Technology company Insta and the Finnish Defence Forces have agreed on the three-year acquisition package related to Finland's F-35 fighter program. The acquisition is based on the strategic partnership agreement between the Finnish Defence Forces and Insta and covers the years 2024–2026. The acquisition covers, among other things, building maintenance and service capabilities for the avionics of the Finnish Air Force’s Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II multi-role fighters...

Multinational companies are tapping the pioneering annual airport industry-dedicated event, set to take place in Dubai, to enter into meaningful networking as the regional airports hunt to acquire the latest technology and innovative services to meet the expectations of the fast-growing air travel market. Airport Show 2024 The 23rd edition of the dedicated B2B platform for the airports industry in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia (MENASA) region will be held from May 14&...

Honeywell unveiled Honeywell Forge Performance+ for Aerospace, a cloud-based platform that utilises AI and machine learning (ML) to help commercial aerospace manufacturing and maintenance, repair & overhaul (MRO) facilities modernise production and lower operational costs through digitalisation.  This addition to the Honeywell Forge suite further supports Honeywell’s alignment with the megatrends of advancing automation and the future of aviation. Complexity and operating costs...

Genetec, a provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, is pleased to announce its plans for the Passenger Terminal Expo 2024, taking place in Messe Frankfurt, Germany from April 16 – 18, 2024. Airport portfolio The company will be present at stand #D220, demonstrating its full airport portfolio designed to reduce security risk, improve planning, and automate airport operations. Representatives will be on hand to discuss the latest Genetec...