The New Terminal One (NTO) is a key component of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey's $19bn transformation of JFK Airport into a world-class gateway, with two new terminals, two expanded and modernised terminals, a new ground transportation centre and an entirely new, simplified roadway network. NTO will be a 23-gate, state-of-the-art terminal. Its first phase, which will include the arrivals and departures halls and the first 14 gates, is scheduled to open in 2026.
The Searidge Technologies Virtual Ramp leverages cutting-edge technology to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational capabilities. Searidge will deliver advanced situational awareness by integrating its virtual ramp control system (VRCS) with its Artificial Intelligence (AI) turnaround monitoring, Smart Stand.
Smart Stand autonomously tracks the progress of numerous events that happen during each aircraft’s turnaround at the gate. These include pre-arrival checks, baggage off-loading, on-loading of catering, baggage and fuel during the pre-departure process. The timeliness of each critical step will be actively monitored and reported to ADB SAFEGATE’s AiPRON solution, where real-time progress reports are provided to ramp controllers, alerting them to predicted delays so they can proactively manage traffic in and around the ramp.
According to Searidge Technologies, integrating its VRCS with A-CDM frameworks will create a robust and efficient system for New Terminal One’s operations. This integration enhances situational awareness, improves collaborative decision-making, optimises resource utilisation, and strengthens overall operational resilience.
Rick Koller, VP Sales, North America for Searidge Technologies, said, “Building on our success with Delta Air Lines at La Guardia, Searidge is excited to partner with ADB SAFEGATE to deliver New York’s next virtual ramp control system. This will be the most sophisticated system delivered in the United States, combining comprehensive visual coverage, ground surveillance data and artificial intelligence with ADB SAFEGATE’s OneControl and Intelligent AiPRON systems.”
Test lab implementation is targeted for autumn 2024, with complete system implementation expected by autumn 2025.
