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ME Construction
22-04-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
TK Elevator transforms Madrid Airport as first fully remote-operated hub with MAX Automate
Technology TK Elevator transforms Madrid Airport as first fully remote-operated hub with MAX Automate By By PBB control, MAX Automate streamlines processes, enhances safety through advanced sensor and camera technology, and promotes sustainability by reducing vehicle movements and associated emissions TK Elevator (TKE) has implemented its MAX Automate system at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport in Spain. The technology is said to have made Madrid the world's first major airport to remotely operate a total of 129 Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBBs) across its five terminals. By PBB control, MAX Automate streamlines processes, enhances safety through advanced sensor and camera technology, and promotes sustainability by reducing vehicle movements and associated emissions, said the firm. Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Spain's biggest airport, is one of the top five European airports and one of the busiest airports in the world. In 2024, it welcomed over 66m passengers. With the new MAX Automate system, the airport will be even more efficient for travelers. It'll be simpler, safer, and better managed, making journey smoother, said a statement. 'MAX Automate represents a paradigm shift in airport operations,' said Ignacio Medina, CEO of Airport Solutions at TK Elevator. 'By pioneering this system in Madrid, we've demonstrated how PBB automation can be implemented at scale and our commitment to driving digital transformation in the aviation industry. This solidifies TKE's position as a leader in the PBB automation path. MAX Automate is an innovation that keeps evolving, pushing airports to move beyond traditional operations and adopt digital technologies that will shape the future of seamless, efficient airport management.' MAX Automate integrates hardware and software for airport operations, offering three customisable levels of enhancement. The Remote Control System will assist operators to remotely control multiple PBBs from a single control station, eliminating the need for operator transfers. The Automatic Docking Assistance employs stereo cameras and advanced artificial vision algorithms to ensure precise and safe docking. The Remote Automatic Docking Assistance combines remote operation with automatic docking, providing convenience and reliability. At Madrid Airport, the Remote Control System is operated from three dedicated control rooms, allowing staff to connect to and control all 129 PBBs. This approach optimises docking procedures, reduces turnaround times – a major cost factor in the industry and eliminates the need for operators to move between stands. The system further enhances operational efficiency by minimising downtime and enabling docking upon receiving the 'OK handling' signal. Beyond operational improvements, MAX Automate enhances safety by reducing human intervention during docking, lowering the risk of incidents and damage to PBBs and aircraft. Staff can become more specialised, opening new career paths for employees with disabilities. Sustainability is another advantage, as fewer operator transfers lead to reduced vehicle usage on the apron, CO₂ emissions and supporting airports in meeting their environmental goals. As the step towards PBBs, MAX Automate underscores TK Elevator's commitment to delivering innovative, fully integrated solutions. This lays airport operations and foundation for further advancements in airport automation and digitalisation, the company concluded.
Associated Press
25-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
XetaBase by Zetta Genomics Now Available on AWS Marketplace
Zetta Genomics launches XetaBase on AWS Marketplace, for realtime genetic insights to improve cancer and rare disease diagnosis for researchers and clinicians. 'This partnership aligns with our mission to open the access to genomic research and analysis tools, for healthcare and researchers to push the boundaries of innovation and patient outcomes.' — Ignacio Medina, CEO of Zetta Genomics CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, March 25, 2025 / / -- Zetta Genomics announce that XetaBase, its premier genomic data platform, is now available for purchase on AWS Marketplace. This marks an exciting milestone in Zetta Genomics' mission to make powerful, user-friendly tools more accessible to genomic researchers and clinicians worldwide. Born out of our work with the University of Cambridge and Genomics England, XetaBase delivers relevant genetic insights within 60 seconds to increase the success of treatment outcomes across many cancer and rare disease patients. By partnering with AWS Marketplace, Zetta Genomics will improve its offering to Healthcare providers with seamless access to its products, ensuring they can acquire XetaBase through the most trusted and widely-used online platform. As the world moves to genomic medicine, with the UK in particular scaling up to 100K genomes sequenced per year for clinical interpretation, the strain on outdated systems will only escalate. Traditional tools are not built to scale, leaving an estimated ~97%* of hospital data siloed and unused - wasting an immense resource that could transform patient care and medical research. The storage and computational power required to process genetic analysis at today's levels are costly, adding financial pressure to vital healthcare providers' budgets and in some cases would mean exclusion from research programs and hospital access. Zetta Genomics' XetaBase is a powerful, collaborative real-time genomics platform designed to transform patient care by delivering rapid, actionable genetic insights. This efficiency allows clinicians to interpret up to 20 times more cancer cases per week and doubles the diagnostic rate for rare diseases. The AWS infrastructure provides a more sustainable solution for organisations as they no longer need their own servers to run and maintain it. 'Variation in the human genome is vast, so I need a solution to help me find the needle in the haystack. XetaBase is unique - a technology that allows me to visualise patient variants in ways that are user friendly and intuitive.' says Dr Caoimhe McKenna, Clinical Genetics Consultant in Northern Ireland Regional Genomics Service. 'With XetaBase I can identify diagnoses faster'. XetaBase features a dynamic database that stores insights from past cases, providing clinicians with a continuously expanding resource of reference points to enhance diagnostic accuracy. The system can also federate data between organisations to provide a secure network of information for more in-depth learning, alongside integrated workflows and notebooks, XetaBase is a complete solution to genomic storage and analysis built to fit the market needs. 'We are excited to bring XetaBase to AWS Marketplace,' said Ignacio Medina, CEO of Zetta Genomics. 'This partnership aligns with our mission to open the access to genomic research and analysis tools, for healthcare and researchers to push the boundaries of innovation and patient outcomes. We believe this will accelerate the adoption of XetaBase, empowering more discoveries around the world.' X LinkedIn Legal Disclaimer:
Zawya
13-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
TK Elevator seals new Dubai airport maintenance contract
UAE - TK Elevator (TKE), a global leader in vertical transportation and urban mobility, said it has further solidified its role as a premier infrastructure partner in the Middle East with a new 10-year contract with Dubai Airports to service and maintain Dubai International's (DXB) passenger boarding bridges (PBB) and aircraft stand equipment. The contract includes service provision for all four concourses in DXB, including the prestigious Concourse D, and Concourse A – home to Emirates and purpose-built for the world´s largest passenger airplanes, the A380 and B777. At DXB, the global urban mobility leader provides comprehensive, integral life-cycle services, including 24/7 maintenance for the uninterrupted operation of 152 PBBs, pre-conditioned air, and ground power units at one of the most demanding airport facilities worldwide. By optimising the lifespan and performance of key airport assets, TKE advances the airport's sustainability goals and operational excellence. "Our reputation for service and product excellence coupled with deep experience and relationship with Dubai Airports enabled us to understand the specific service and operability requirements of the world's busiest airport for international passenger traffic," remarked Ignacio Medina, CEO Airport Solutions at TK Elevator. TKE's relationship with Dubai Airports began in 2004, covering a large span of products and services to efficiently and safely move people in DXB. The partnership brought the world's-first PBBs designed and implemented for the A380 - bridges that are still in operation today. In September 2024, the companies announced a multi-year Universal Service contract which covers close to 5,000 TKE and third-party elevators, escalators and other equipment throughout DXB for passenger and cargo operations. "We are honored to be awarded this service contract to continue to secure DXB's expansion and rating as a flagship airport for global travel," he stated. Omar Binadai, Chief Technology & Infrastructure Officer at Dubai Airports said: "Dubai International (DXB) thrives on partnerships that drive seamless journeys for tens of millions of guests annually and support the operational backbone of our airport." "Our collaboration with TK Elevator reflects this ethos, combining innovation and reliability to enhance critical airport infrastructure. This agreement ensures DXB continues to set global benchmarks in operational excellence and guest experience, keeping the world's most connected airport running at its best," he added.- TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Trade Arabia
13-03-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
TK Elevator seals new Dubai airport maintenance contract
TK Elevator (TKE), a global leader in vertical transportation and urban mobility, said it has further solidified its role as a premier infrastructure partner in the Middle East with a new 10-year contract with Dubai Airports to service and maintain Dubai International's (DXB) passenger boarding bridges (PBB) and aircraft stand equipment. The contract includes service provision for all four concourses in DXB, including the prestigious Concourse D, and Concourse A – home to Emirates and purpose-built for the world´s largest passenger airplanes, the A380 and B777. At DXB, the global urban mobility leader provides comprehensive, integral life-cycle services, including 24/7 maintenance for the uninterrupted operation of 152 PBBs, pre-conditioned air, and ground power units at one of the most demanding airport facilities worldwide. By optimising the lifespan and performance of key airport assets, TKE advances the airport's sustainability goals and operational excellence. "Our reputation for service and product excellence coupled with deep experience and relationship with Dubai Airports enabled us to understand the specific service and operability requirements of the world's busiest airport for international passenger traffic," remarked Ignacio Medina, CEO Airport Solutions at TK Elevator. TKE's relationship with Dubai Airports began in 2004, covering a large span of products and services to efficiently and safely move people in DXB. The partnership brought the world's-first PBBs designed and implemented for the A380 - bridges that are still in operation today. In September 2024, the companies announced a multi-year Universal Service contract which covers close to 5,000 TKE and third-party elevators, escalators and other equipment throughout DXB for passenger and cargo operations. "We are honored to be awarded this service contract to continue to secure DXB's expansion and rating as a flagship airport for global travel," he stated. Omar Binadai, Chief Technology & Infrastructure Officer at Dubai Airports said: "Dubai International (DXB) thrives on partnerships that drive seamless journeys for tens of millions of guests annually and support the operational backbone of our airport."
