SITA, a prominent player in the global air transport technology sector, has finalized the acquisition of Materna IPS, a move poised to reshape the aviation landscape. This strategic acquisition signifies a significant step towards digitizing the global aviation industry, streamlining processes and enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers worldwide.
The combined expertise of SITA and Materna IPS will result in a comprehensive and potent portfolio of passenger and digital travel services, revolutionizing how airports operate. This merger aims to address the pressing need for greater terminal capacity, top-tier secure solutions, and a seamless travel experience.
The acquisition will create a unique and unbeatable portfolio of solutions, encompassing self-bag drop, biometrics, Common Use Terminal Equipment (CUTE), and Common Use Self Service (CUSS) kiosks. This expansion will enable airports to handle increased passenger volumes efficiently, optimize resource utilization, and transform airports into digitally enhanced, personalized travel hubs.
With Materna IPS’s deep specialist knowledge and tailored support in secure solutions for critical passenger interactions, from check-in to boarding, SITA will further solidify its dominance in the market, serving 85% of international air travelers.
The integration of Materna IPS’s versatile check-in solutions, available through kiosks, counters, and online platforms, including user-friendly options for self-bag drop, with SITA’s extensive array of solutions—encompassing biometrics, computer vision, digital travel, and airport operations management—creates a formidable alliance.
This partnership will not only enhance efficiency and scope of airport services but also create a seamless travel experience for passengers, characterized by shorter waiting times, smoother transit, and a new level of customized digital services.
As the industry progresses towards digital transformation and embraces solutions like self-bag drop, the synergistic relationship between SITA and Materna IPS’s technologies is poised to redefine airport experiences.
“As we complete these final steps, we’re looking forward to Materna IPS joining the SITA Group,” said David Lavorel, SITA CEO. “Our focus will now move to unifying our teams as we work towards combining our solutions and expertise. With the extraordinary talent and innovative solutions brought to the table by both SITA and Materna IPS, we’ll create a unique and unbeatable portfolio of solutions. With this, passengers around the world will be able to look forward to a much easier and more seamless way of travelling as we reshape the future of travel.”
