SITA Expands Portfolio of Airport Solutions with Materna IPS Acquisition

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(22/05/24)
 SITA is expanding its portfolio of airport
solutions with the acquisition of Materna IPS, a leader in
passenger handling for airports and airlines.

Materna IPS is a market leader in self bag-drop
technology, with a customer base spanning North America, India,
Europe and Japan.

The company also offers secure solutions for other
passenger touchpoints, from check-in to baggage claim and
boarding.

E-boarding gate at klia2. Picture by Steven Howard of TravelNewsAsia.com

“As we embark on this exciting journey with SITA,
we see boundless potential for growth and development. This
strategic move is an ideal fit with our commitment to innovation
and excellence,” said Dr. Georg Oschmann, CEO at Materna IPS.
“Together, we’ll create unparalleled value in our industry and
beyond, using our combined strengths to drive meaningful progress
and more opportunity for everyone.”

The acquisition, subject to regulatory approval,
will enable SITA to integrate Materna
IPS’s common use check-in solutions at kiosks, counters or online
self-bag drop, and more, with its own portfolio of solutions,
including biometrics, computer vision, digital travel, and airport
operations management.

With air traffic expected to double by 2040, there
is growing need for increased terminal capacities and
best-in-class secure solutions that enhance the air travel
experience for passengers and airports.

“SITA’s biggest acquisition ever is about to
change the landscape of the whole aviation industry,” said David
Lavorel, SITA CEO. “By combining our solutions and expertise we’ll
take the passenger journey, and the operations around it, to a
dimension of efficiency never seen before. Airports and airlines
will get the most innovative passenger handling solutions
available. Passengers all over the world can look forward to a new
horizon in smooth, seamless, and contactless travel.”

Details of the acquisition have not been
disclosed.

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