We want to revolutionize ground operations, shifting from manual, labor-intensive processes to fully automated, smart ramp solutions. Embracing robotics, AI and automated systems, we aim to optimize efficiency and safety. This transformation demands investment in autonomous technologies, staff upskilling, regulatory evolution and industry-wide collaboration. The benefits are clear: faster turnaround times, reduced costs, improved safety, precision and better quality. The presentation will discuss proof of concepts, learnings so far and how we hope the industry can come together to drive more scalability. Together, we hope to build a smarter, more efficient future –automation on the ramp, excellence in the sky.

• Why ground operations are expected to transform from manual, labor-intensive processes to fully automated, data-driven systems
• Emerging technologies: an overview of key innovations – such as autonomous vehicles, robotic systems, AI and digital twins – that will drive this change
• Benefits of automation: the tangible advantages of ramp automation, including faster turnaround times, reduced costs, improved safety and quality
• Implementation challenges: from our experiences, e.g. staff training, updated regulations and industry collaboration for successful adoption
• Strategic impact: how these developments will shape the future of airlines and airports, enabling smarter, more efficient and more reliable operation