Hosted by Smart Airport Systems
14:00 – Maxime Mahieu, CEO, Smart Airport Systems
As airports intensify APU restriction policies to meet decarbonization targets, electrical infrastructure is emerging as a critical bottleneck. The rapid growth of electric GSE, PCA, and 400Hz systems is placing increasing pressure on existing airport electrical infrastructure, often leading to costly upgrades. This workshop explores how airports can restrict APU usage despite power constraints by combining energy-efficient PCA, smart 400Hz power control, and a robust APU tracking system. Beyond compliance, advanced APU tracking enables accurate monitoring, transparent reporting, performance benchmarking, and valuable turnaround data for airlines — supporting operational efficiency alongside measurable emissions reductions without oversizing electrical infrastructure.
- Implementing APU restrictions despite limited electrical capacity at the gate
- Optimizing PCA and 400Hz usage under grid constraints
- Deploying reliable APU tracking to ensure compliance and performance monitoring
14:15 – Panel
14:25 – Q&A
14:35 – Discussion
Each session includes:
- A short executive framing
- Followed by interactive exchange
- Direct dialogue with operational leaders
- Closed-door peer discussion
Seats will be allocated based on role relevance to maintain the quality of discussion.