Hamad wins innovation award

Hamad International Airport (DOH) has won the ‘Most Innovative Airport Initiative Award’ at the Future Travel Experience (FTE) Innovate Awards.

The award recognises Hamad’s Digital Twin platform, highlighting its transformative impact on airport management.

Implemented by Hamad International Airport and its industry partner SITA, the Digital Twin platform uses machine learning and Artificial Intelligence to simplify complex data analysis, enabling efficient and informed decision-making.

According to the airport, this breakthrough in cooperation will yield significant benefits for all parties involved, driving innovation and enhancing overall airport operations. The platform provides a real-time, intuitive 3D interface that offers a comprehensive view of the entire airport. By leveraging advanced analytics and integrating information from multiple airport systems, the Digital Twin delivers powerful insights and recommendations to optimise operations. It effectively manages aircraft stand conflicts, responds swiftly to alerts and monitors the health of critical airport assets. Furthermore, the platform optimises resource utilisation by providing the right data at the right time, reducing asset downtime and maximising efficiency. 

Suhail Kamil Kadri, senior vice president of technology and innovation at Hamad International Airport, said: “We are delighted to have received yet another award, as we continue to invest in innovative solutions to maintain our operational excellence. Hamad International Airport is actively shaping the future of the airport industry by being at the forefront of digital twin development. This breakthrough technology will transform how operational teams consume information and make decisions – benefiting passengers, airline partners and all airport stakeholders.” 

In 2022, Hamad International Airport’s Digital Twin platform received the 'Smart Solution of the Year' award at the Qatar IT Business Awards.

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