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Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Matarat Holding and Thales to boost digital transformation in Saudi Arabia's airport sector
Matarat and Thales will explore applications of smart technologies to modernize airport operations and management, driving digital transformation across Matarat's network. The partnership will also enable the implementation of advanced digital platforms and next-generation infrastructures in Matarat Airports. Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – Matarat Holding has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Thales, a global leader in advanced technologies. This strategic partnership, signed at Passenger Terminal Expo in Madrid, Spain, seeks to drive innovation, operational efficiency, and improved passenger experience through digital solutions and collaborative technological advancements. Matarat Holding leads manage the operations of 27 airports in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through its subsidiaries (Riyadh Airports, Jeddah Airports, Dammam Airports, and Cluster 2), and the MoU establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation across multiple strategic areas of aviation development. Through this partnership, Thales will implement its expertise in smart technologies to modernize airport operations and management, driving digital transformation across Matarat's subsidiaries. The collaboration will focus on sharing innovation and best practices to enhance service quality, streamline operational processes, and adopt future-ready solutions that set new industry standards. A key priority of the agreement is enhancing the traveler experience by leveraging Thales's advanced capabilities in AI, biometrics, automation, and data-driven systems to create seamless andsecure passenger journeys. The partnership will also enable the implementation of advanced digital platforms and next-generation infrastructure in Matarat Airports. Bernard Roux, CEO of Thales in Saudi Arabia and Central Asia, emphasized the partnership's significance: "This collaboration with Matarat Holding represents a transformative step in reshaping the future of Saudi aviation. By combining Thales's expertise in digital transformation with Matarat's operational excellence, we are not just implementing technologies - we are co-creating a smart and safe aviation ecosystem. Our joint solutions in AI, cybersecurity and connected systems will set new benchmarks for operational efficiency, enhanced passenger experience, and national security, directly contributing to the Kingdom's Vision 2030 ambitions to become a global aviation leader."
Arab News
4 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
Matarat Holding taps Thales to modernize Saudi airports
Matarat Holding has signed an MoU with Thales, a global leader in advanced technologies. This strategic partnership, signed at Passenger Terminal Expo in Madrid, Spain, seeks to drive innovation, operational efficiency, and improved passenger experience through digital solutions and collaborative technological advancements. Matarat Holding manages the operations of 27 airports in Saudi Arabia through its subsidiaries (Riyadh Airports, Jeddah Airports, Dammam Airports, and Cluster 2), and the MoU establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation across multiple strategic areas of aviation development. Through this partnership, Thales will implement its expertise in smart technologies to modernize airport operations and management, driving digital transformation across Matarat's subsidiaries. The collaboration will focus on sharing innovation and best practices to enhance service quality, streamline operational processes, and adopt future-ready solutions that will set new industry standards. A key priority of the agreement is enhancing the traveler experience by leveraging Thales' advanced capabilities in AI, biometrics, automation, and data-driven systems to create seamless and secure passenger journeys. The partnership will also enable the implementation of advanced digital platforms and next-generation infrastructure in Matarat airports. Bernard Roux, CEO of Thales in Saudi Arabia and Central Asia, said: 'This collaboration with Matarat Holding represents a transformative step in reshaping the future of Saudi aviation. By combining Thales' expertise in digital transformation with Matarat's operational excellence, we are not just implementing technologies — we are co-creating a smart and safe aviation ecosystem. Our joint solutions in AI, cybersecurity and connected systems will set new benchmarks for operational efficiency, enhanced passenger experience, and national security, directly contributing to the Kingdom's Vision 2030 ambitions to become a global aviation leader.'
Arab News
6 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
Riyadh airport tops Saudi on-time performance rankings in April: GACA data
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport recorded the highest on-time departure rate among the Kingdom's international airports in April, achieving 90 percent punctuality, official data showed. According to the monthly report published by the General Authority of Civil Aviation, the Riyadh-based hub outperformed larger airports such as Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The report comes as Saudi Arabia continues to push operational upgrades under its National Aviation Strategy, part of the broader Vision 2030 plan to position the Kingdom as a regional air transit hub. 'The report issued in April 2025 indicated that King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, Abha International Airport, Neom International Airport, Turaif Airport, and Wadi Al-Dawasir Airport topped the advanced positions in the report,' the SPA report stated. The rankings are based on data compiled by Matarat Holding Co. and exclude canceled flights. Performance is measured by flights departing or arriving within 15 minutes of their scheduled times. In the category of international airports handling more than 15 million passengers annually, the Jeddah-based King Abdulaziz International Airport recorded a punctuality rate of 78 percent, according to the study. In the category of international airports handling more than 15 million passengers annually, the Jeddah-based King Abdulaziz International Airport recorded a punctuality rate of 78 percent. For international airports serving between 5 million and 15 million passengers annually, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam secured the highest ranking with an on-time performance of 87 percent. Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah, which also falls under this category, recorded a 72 percent rate. In the segment of international airports accommodating between 2 million and 5 million passengers annually, Abha International Airport posted the highest punctuality rate at 91 percent. This was followed by King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Airport in Jizan with 90 percent, and Tabuk Airport with 82 percent. NEOM Bay International Airport led among international airports with fewer than 2 million passengers annually, achieving a 95 percent on-time departure rate. Other strong performers in this category included Al-Ahsa International Airport at 93 percent and Najran Airport at 89 percent. Turaif and Wadi Al-Dawasir airports recorded perfect performance among domestic flight hubs, achieving 100 percent on-time departures. King Saud bin Abdulaziz Airport in Al-Baha followed closely with 99 percent, while Bisha Airport posted 94 percent. At the airline level, national flag carrier Saudia reported an 89 percent on-time rate for arrivals and departures. Meanwhile, flynas achieved 86 percent for arrivals and 91 percent for departures, while flyadeal recorded 87 percent and 91 percent, respectively. Regarding specific flight routes, the Riyadh–Abha domestic passage maintained a strong on-time departure rate of 96 percent. Other high-performing domestic routes included Riyadh–Tabuk and Riyadh–Dammam, both at 96 percent, while the Jizan–Riyadh route sustained its previous month's rate of 95 percent. Internationally, the Riyadh–Amman route recorded the highest on-time performance at 97 percent, followed by Riyadh–Bahrain at 94 percent, Riyadh–Dubai at 93 percent, and Riyadh–Kuwait at 92 percent. The Jeddah–Amman route also achieved a 94 percent punctuality rate.
Zawya
23-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Matarat Holding, Thales team up to bolster Saudi airport sector
Riyadh - Matarat Holding has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Thales, a global leader in advanced technologies, to drive digital transformation in Saudi Arabia's aviation sector. This partnership seeks to promote innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and improve passenger experience through digital solutions and collaborative technological advancements. Matarat Holding leads the operations of 27 airports in the Kingdom through its subsidiaries: Riyadh Airports, Jeddah Airports, Dammam Airports, and Cluster 2. Under the agreement, Thales will leverage its expertise in smart technologies to modernize airport operations and management, driving digital transformation across Matarat's subsidiaries The collaboration will also reinforce the traveler experience by using Thales's advanced capabilities in AI, biometrics, automation, and data-driven systems to create seamless and secure passenger journeys. Bernard Roux, CEO of Thales in Saudi Arabia and Central Asia, said: "By combining Thales's expertise in digital transformation with Matarat's operational excellence, we are not just implementing technologies - we are co-creating a smart and safe aviation ecosystem.' 'Our joint solutions in AI, cybersecurity and connected systems will set new benchmarks for operational efficiency, enhanced passenger experience, and national security, directly contributing to the Kingdom's Vision 2030 ambitions to become a global aviation leader,' Roux added.
Arab News
22-05-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Saudi Arabia's Matarat, Thales sign deal to transform air travel experience
RIYADH: Matarat Holding, the state-owned company responsible for managing Saudi Arabia's airports, has signed a strategic agreement with French aerospace and defense giant Thales to advance the Kingdom's aviation sector through cutting-edge digital technologies. The agreement, formalized during the Passenger Terminal Expo 2025 in Madrid, Spain, focuses on enhancing innovation, operational efficiency, and the overall passenger experience across the Kingdom's 27 airports. According to a statement by Matarat, the partnership will leverage Thales' expertise in artificial intelligence, biometrics, automation, and data-driven systems to develop safer, smarter, and more efficient travel journeys. As part of the collaboration, advanced digital platforms and next-generation infrastructure will be deployed throughout Saudi Arabia's airport network. 'This collaboration with Matarat Holding represents a revolutionary step in reimagining the future of the Saudi aviation sector,' said Bernard Roux, CEO of Thales in Saudi Arabia and Central Asia. 'By combining Thales' digital transformation capabilities with Matarat's operational excellence, we aim to build a smart and secure aviation ecosystem.' Roux emphasized that the integration of AI, cybersecurity solutions, and connected systems will not only improve passenger experience and boost efficiency, but also enhance national security— contributing directly to the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goal of becoming a global aviation leader. In addition to technology deployment, the agreement includes knowledge-sharing initiatives, operational streamlining, and joint innovation efforts aimed at future-proofing the Kingdom's aviation infrastructure.
