XOPS technology enables GSE Pooling at Hong Kong International Airport

The Business Challenge and Solution

In July 2018, Hong Kong International Airport led a roll out of an On-stand Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Pooling Scheme, deploying approximately 250+ Electric GSE as a resource-sharing initiative. The key objectives were to both unleash existing untapped capacity and create new capacity in the ramp handling process, as well as lowering the emissions generated by ground support equipment. This concept revolutionized operations of ground handlers, which originally involved each one providing their own GSE and moving them around the apron areas as needed, to the Hong Kong Airport Authority providing a set of critical environmentally-friendly GSE on each stand for use by the ground handler, on a shared / reserved basis, and at agreed fixed rental prices. Phase 1 was implemented on 6 July 2018 at the Midfield Concourse.

Phase 1 was implemented on 6 July 2018 at the Midfield Concourse

The on-stand GSE provided were all installed with the XOPS state of the art telematics system, and connected to GSE CAN bus technology to monitor, in Real-Time, critical information such as state of charge, loading status, safe docking systems & engine management codes. The GSE included equipment supplied by TLD, JBT, SCHOPF, CHARLATTE, WEIHEI and included electric Lower Deck Loaders, electric Conveyor Belt Loaders, electric Passenger Steps and Main Deck Loaders, electric Baggage Tractors, Powerful Tractors and Cool Container Dollies.. The XOPS FMS (Fleet Management System) & OMS (Operations Management System) platform was chosen for the management of the GSE.

XOPS FMS enables advanced Real-time monitoring of all critical operating parameters for the GSE (e.g. vehicle access control (VAC), State of charge of electric GSE (SOC), highly accurate geo-fencing, battery charging status, maintenance planning, etc.), to optimize the productivity and maximize the operating life of the GSE. XOPS Vehicle Access control is implemented to ensure that only trained operators are allowed to use the GSE to ensure safety, security and accountability of equipment use. The advanced data capture from FMS drives the outputs from XOPS OMS.

XOPS OMS enables automatic allocation (reservation) of GSE to specific flights depending on aircraft type (Narrow body/Wide body etc), flight turn around requirements, and the flight schedule and the availability of correct GSE. XOPS OMS is connected to the flight information systems, and other relevant third- party systems that feed the flight turn around process (e.g. Resource Management Systems). The intelligence of XOPS OMS allows for hundreds of decisions in a matter of seconds to allow for the complex and constant changes in the airport environment.

XOPS FMS enables advanced Real-time monitoring of all critical operating parameters for the GSE (e.g. vehicle access control (VAC), State of charge of electric GSE (SOC), highly accurate geo-fencing, battery charging status, maintenance planning, etc.), to optimize the productivity and maximize the operating life of the GSE. XOPS Vehicle Access control is implemented to ensure that only trained operators are allowed to use the GSE to ensure safety, security and accountability of equipment use.

The Outcome

The GSE Pooling Scheme has been running smoothly since July 2018 and has achieved its target performance standards. The fleet of 250+ GSE in use today is expected to increase to around 1,000 upon full implementation in 2024. For the nine months of operations (July 2018 to March 2019), 64,952 flights were handled by the pooled GSE. All flights had GSE standing-by 1 minute prior to aircraft arrival as per performance standard requirements.

This simplified process delivers a range of benefits to various stakeholders.

Benefits

Air Passengers

Improved on-time-performance of their flights and baggage. Ground HandlersRHOsGuaranteed GSE availability on-stand prior to aircraft arrival at a fixed rental rate.Manpower savings from non-productive works of searching for and driving GSE from stand to stand.Management can concentrate on quality, safety and efficiency improvements.No capital investment is required.Flexibility in pitching for business from airline customers without the need to concern on availability of and time lag in getting additional GSE.Standardization of GSE facilitates staff training.Reduced carbon emissions as these are shifted to the aerodrome operator (owner of the rental fleet).Better air quality conditions for workers not operating diesel powered equipment.

Airlines

Eliminated OTP failure caused by insufficient of or lateness of GSE.Gain flexibility in choice of RHO as GSE is no longer a concern.

Hong Kong International Airport

Ensured the peak-of-the-peak demand for GSE is met without increasing the total GSE fleet size.Improved working conditions due to better air quality conditions arising from adoption of state of-the-art zero-emission or electric GSE.HKIA airport-wide carbon emissions are reduced as a result of the reduction in GSE equipment used at the airport and the switch to electric or zero-emission equipment from diesel equipment.Faster adoption of latest technology on safety and quality improvements, e.g., aircraft safe docking device.Minimized the risk of aircraft damage caused by ageing GSE.

To talk about GSE Pooling opportunities, please get in touch with XOPS at: info@xops-aero.com

Source: Xops

Nokia signs contract with TIM Brazil to launch IoT offer

Nokia’s first Worldwide IoT Network Grid (WING) deal in Latin America, enabling TIM to expand IoT services in BrazilTIM’s enterprise customers will be able to offer IoT services across various industries faster by using the fully virtualized WING infrastructure, offered as a managed serviceWidespread adoption of IoT technologies estimated to add USD 200 billion to Brazilian economy by 2025*

Nokia has signed a contract with telecommunications giant TIM to provide Internet of Things (IoT) services to its enterprise customers in Brazil. Using the fully virtualized Nokia Worldwide IoT Network Grid (WING) managed service offer, TIM and its enterprise customers across industries,such as automotive and agriculture, will be able to capture IoT opportunities faster and more securely.

The Brazilian market is the largest IoT market in Latin America, with widespread adoption of IoT technologies estimated to add USD 200 billion to the country’s economy by 2025. Nokia’s first WING deal in Latin America enables TIM to leverage new business models to tap this opportunity and generate additional revenue streams. Additionally, incremental services, such as device management and analytics, will help TIM extend SIM management capabilities to create value added opportunities.

WING will enable local and multinational companies to benefit from global IoT services. It features a distributed architecture that maintains all user data in-country, such as in Brazil, to remain compliant with data sovereignty and privacy laws.

TIM’s enterprise customers will be able to monitor and manage in real-time their devices, ranging from asset tracking and status sensors for logistics industries to the fully connected car with on-board diagnostics and telematics. As part of the deployment, the Nokia IMPACT IoT platform, which simplifies the process of bringing and scaling multiple applications onto a single platform, will provide IoT device management and service capability exposure.

Alexandre Dal Forno, Head of Corporate Products and IoT Solutions, TIM Brazil, said: “At TIM Brazil we are seeking to leapfrog the IoT market and see strong growth on our B2B business. We are looking forward to engaging with other global IoT players in order to bring the best possible IoT experience to our customers. Nokia WING will enable us to accelerate our capabilities to support our enterprise customers’ IoT needs and tap into the billion dollar IoT market opportunity.”

Sanjay Goel, President of Global Services, Nokia, said: “This deal will empower TIM Brazil to provide its enterprise customers with IoT services to address their growing needs. Additionally, we will work on unlocking new IoT solutions that can be applied in various industries to help enterprises undergo digital transformation.”

Source: Nokia

Swiss Waste Company Uses Telematics Technology

Helvetia Environnement will use Rubicon’s platform of both in-vehicle and fleet management dashboard technology to uncover cost savings.

Helvetia Environnement will use Rubicon’s platform of both in-vehicle and fleet management dashboard technology to uncover cost savings.

Waste management company Helvetia Environnement has signed a subscription agreement to use Rubicon’s cloud-based waste, recycling and smart city solutions.

Helvetia Environnement provides waste collection, management and recycling services in Switzerland. As part of its circular economy mandate, the company also generates energy from waste.

Rubicon’s technology features a number of components that work together to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of municipal refuse collection services, while also gathering and analysing data to inform public policy development and government operations.

The new partnership will allow Helvetia Environnement to use Rubicon’s platform of both in-vehicle and fleet management dashboard technology to help uncover cost savings, divert waste and improve operations through data analytics.

The company said it is committed to providing sustainable solutions to its network of approximately 500 public sector and 15,000 private sector clients.

“Helvetia Environnement is committed to bringing innovative sustainability solutions and best-in-class technology to its growing customer base,” said Vincent Chapel, CEO at Helvetia Environnement.

“We are excited to see Rubicon’s technology allow us to digitise our logistics and administrative processes for our key account customers.”

“Helvetia Environnement is the most forward-thinking environmental company in Switzerland; we are excited to deploy Rubicon’s technology with such a sophisticated company,” added Renaud de Viel Castel, senior vice president of global expansion at Rubicon.

“Partnering with Helvetia through our SaaS solution will allow us to accompany Helvetia Environnement on [its] path to growth.”

Source: Rubicon