PROJECT UPDATE
QATAR
QATAR
A major initiative is underway to transform Hamad International Airport (HIA) into a “smart airport”,
enabling passengers to have a speedier and hassle-free experience.
HIA announced that it “commenced the testing phase of its programme” to transform into a ‘smart
airport’ by integrating best of breed technologies that would offer passengers more control and
independence over their journey.
HIA became one of the first airports to support “Home-Printed Bag Tags” (HPBT) and already provides
self-service check-in. It will soon be introducing its next generation common-use self-service check-in and selfservice bag drop services, which will enable passengers to check-in themselves, print their boarding pass and
baggage tags, tag their bags and simply drop them off at the custom designed bag-drop system.
UAE
UAE
Cisco has announced that Smartworld, an Etisalat and Dubai South joint venture company, has deployed
the Cisco Digital Ceiling framework to create a smart, highly secure and connected indoor space at its new
headquarters in Dubai South.
The implementation brings together Cisco’s secure IT network with an advanced LED connected lighting
system from Philips Lighting to enable Smartworld to deliver a more connected, comfortable and
intelligent working environment for both employees and guests. Smartworld’s headquarters will be the
showcase model of the company’s digital transformation and intelligent building capabilities for future
developments in Dubai South, the UAE, and the broader region.
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