AeroCloud, a leading provider of airport software, recently announced ambitious expansion plans following a successful $12.6 million Series A funding round. The British company aims to leverage this investment to bolster its position as a pioneer in cloud-native solutions tailored for the aviation industry.
In a press release issued on Monday (Feb 20), AeroCloud highlighted the significance of its funding infusion in facilitating the development of what it claims to be the sole cloud-native solution in the airport software domain. With airports operating as bustling hubs of activity, characterized by the intricate coordination of various stakeholders, AeroCloud underscores the critical need for streamlined operations in such high-pressure environments.
The company emphasizes that a lack of cohesion among these facets can significantly impact airport performance, sometimes resulting in operational inefficiencies where airports operate below their optimal capacity. AeroCloud asserts that its innovative artificial intelligence and machine learning-powered technology play a pivotal role in enhancing critical airport functions, including passenger processing speeds and self-service check-in procedures.
One of the key selling points of AeroCloud’s solution is its cloud-based architecture, which offers companies the flexibility of an unlimited number of licenses. This enables an airport’s entire stakeholder ecosystem to leverage the platform at no additional cost, irrespective of their geographic location or preferred device.
AeroCloud’s expansion plans come at a time when the airline industry grapples with a myriad of challenges, as highlighted by United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby during a recent earnings call. These challenges include pilot shortages, staffing issues stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and the unpredictability of weather patterns.
Kirby pointed out that, aside from major network carriers, both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and numerous airlines have outgrown their existing technology infrastructure, resulting in operational vulnerabilities in an increasingly complex operating environment. Kirby’s remarks follow a notable system failure on Jan. 10 that led to widespread flight disruptions across the country, underscoring the urgency for modernization within the aviation sector.
Despite these challenges, AeroCloud is part of a cohort of companies leveraging technological advancements to alleviate some of the discomfort associated with air travel. By focusing on innovation and harnessing the power of cloud-based solutions, AeroCloud aims to address longstanding pain points within the aviation industry, ultimately enhancing the overall passenger experience and ensuring the resilience of airport operations in the face of evolving challenges.
