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SITA rolls out new system for Kenya Airways

By , ITWeb
Kenya , 15 Aug 2016

SITA rolls out new system for Kenya Airways

Air transport communications provider SITA is rolling out new-generation connectivity across Kenya Airways' global network in a move it says is part of vital infrastructure investment needed to support the airline's renewed focus on cost optimisation and airline modernisation.

Kenya Airways seeks to leverage the company's latest communication technology to drive new efficiencies in the management of its route network while ensuring the best passenger experience across the airline's global footprint according to SITA.

Mbuvi Ngunze, Group MD and CEO of Kenya Airways says the decision to appoint SITA is part of a plan to reposition the airline. "As we seek to position Kenya Airways for the future, we needed a single communications partner that could take care of all our connectivity requirements no matter where we operate. SITA, with its truly global footprint and experience, provided us with a world-class solution supported by a local presence in each destination, connecting even the furthest outstation to our hub in Nairobi."

SITA Connect says it will give the airline access to high-speed, secure connectivity, linking employees and sales offices around the world to Kenya Airways' central systems and applications to manage reservations, check-in, boarding and related tasks.

Kenya Airways flies to 53 destinations including 43 destinations in Africa. The airline carries more than 4 million passengers annually.

SITA adds that its global presence means that it will be able to meet the airline's complete connectivity requirements with tailored solutions for each location.

SITA's AirportHub, a shared connectivity platform already used in more than 300 airports in over 100 countries, will be central to the delivery according to the company.

SITA claims that its common-use infrastructure which will also be in use will eliminate the complexity of dealing with local telecom providers while enabling Kenya Airways to connect securely to their central systems and applications from any airport in the AirportHub network.

Hani El-Assaad, SITA President, Middle East, India and Africa says SITA is able to meet the airline's unique needs. "Today connectivity on demand is the lifeblood of any airline, ensuring the smooth and rapid exchange of information needed to support effective operations no matter where in the world an airline operates, the size of their operation or their business model. We have used our global experience and presence to provide Kenya Airways with the latest communication solution that is able to cater to their own specific requirements."

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