ARINC Wins a Major IT Systems Contract for Singapore Changi AirportNovember 6, 2007Singapore—ARINC Incorporated today announced it has won a significant contract to provide all-new passenger handling systems for Singapore Changi Airport, one of the world’s most traveled international air hubs. ARINC will install its industry-leading i MUSETM common-use check-in technology and BaglinkTM baggage source message delivery system at Changi Airport. The massive IT project covers all three main terminals of the airport, including the new Terminal 3 which is scheduled to open early next year. ARINC will install and migrate its technology progressively at Terminals 1, 2, and 3 and is expected to complete the installation by March 2008. “This is a very strategic win for ARINC, because Changi Airport is renowned globally as one of the world’s best and most efficient airports,” stated Randy Pizzi, ARINC Vice President & Managing Director, Asia/Pacific. “We welcome the opportunity to showcase our products and services here, and we greatly appreciate the confidence the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) has placed in us. We have the solutions, resources, and dedication to ensure total success for this project.” "The opening of Terminal 3 next year will strengthen Singapore’s established position as an air hub,” said Mr. Foo Sek Min, Director (Airport Management), CAAS. “We believe ARINC’s common-use platform for check-in and boarding processing systems at Changi across Terminals 1, 2, and 3 will provide flexibility for airlines to operate from any of the three terminals.” Changi Airport is recognized as one of the world’s most advanced and passenger-friendly airports, having won more than 270 Best Airport awards. Changi Airport is served by some 80 airlines via 4,220 weekly scheduled flights to more than 190 destinations in 59 countries. Besides ensuring smooth and efficient airport operations, CAAS also regulates and promotes the development of air transportation. ARINC Incorporated, a portfolio company of The Carlyle Group, provides communications, engineering and integration solutions for commercial, defense and government customers worldwide. Headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland with regional offices in London and Singapore, ARINC is ISO 9001:2000 certified. Release: 07-180 Brand Management & Communications
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