SITA, a leading IT provider for the air transport industry, has launched a global innovation challenge in partnership with Innovate UK to help regional African airports cut carbon emissions by 20%. The challenge seeks scalable, cost-effective solutions to optimize aircraft turnaround times, reducing fuel wastage and improving operational efficiency.
The Opportunity: Funding & Industry Collaboration
🔹 Innovators worldwide can apply for up to £25,000 (R568,795) in seed funding.
🔹 Winning solutions will be trialed with SITA in real airport environments.
🔹 The focus is on smaller airports, where current systems are too costly or complex.
Why This Matters for Africa’s Aviation Future
African air travel demand is expected to double in the next 15 years, but inefficiencies and limited infrastructure pose serious challenges. Aircraft turnaround delays contribute to fuel wastage, congestion, and missed connections—issues that will worsen without action.
🚀 Will this initiative help African airports become greener and more efficient? Let us know what you think!
