ZestIoT has been selected by flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, to deploy its state-of-the-art Turnaround Management Platform at Dubai International (DXB) and across the airline’s expanding network.
The platform will digitize turnaround operations and provide the airline with real-time visibility as well as AI-driven and prediction-based collaboration, enabling smarter, more efficient decision-making.
By improving operational execution and predictability, the solution is designed to help deliver on-time departures and elevate the passenger experience, aligning with flydubai’s commitments to innovation and delivering an elevated and convenient customer travel experience.
Mohamed Hassan, Senior Vice President of Airport Services & Cargo at flydubai, said: “As we steadily expand our operations, real-time visibility and optimised performance are essential to further improving connectivity for our passengers across our growing network.
“By adopting the latest digital solutions, we look forward to building on our successful partnership with ZestIoT as we further enhance our operational efficiency.”
Today, flydubai has built a growing network of more than 135 destinations across 58 countries and is served by a modern and efficient fleet of 97 Boeing 737 aircraft. At Dubai International (DXB), the airline operates an average of 370 flights daily, supporting Dubai’s position as one of the world’s leading aviation hubs.
Amit Sukhija, CEO, ZestIoT, said: “ZestIoT is excited to partner with flydubai on this significant step forward. As an agile airline, flydubai is leading the way in adopting state-of-the-art turnaround management technology to transform its operations for the future. This decision underpins the need for AI & Predictions-driven exceptions management, while enabling real-time collaboration to manage day of operations for airlines.
“While many in the industry are still piloting such solutions, flydubai is taking decisive action. With our multi-source data orchestration, visibility-driven with a smart AI agent platform, we are proud to empower their workforce, enhance collaboration, take smarter decisions and deliver measurable impact.”
This collaboration underscores ZestIoT’s position as a trusted innovation partner to leading airlines and airports globally, driving transformation in turnaround management, operational efficiency, and passenger experience.
About ZestIoT
ZestIoT is a global aviation technology company specializing in AI, IoT, and digital twin solutions for airlines, airports, and ground handlers. With flagship platforms such as Turnaround Management platform, ZestIoT empowers aviation stakeholders to enhance on-time performance, optimize resources, and deliver seamless passenger journeys. Headquartered in Hyderabad, India with operations across Europe, Middle East, North America and APAC, ZestIoT is accelerating the digital transformation of aviation worldwide.
About flydubai
From its home in Dubai, flydubai has created a network of more than 135 destinations served by a fleet of 97 aircraft. Since commencing operations in June 2009, flydubai has been committed to removing barriers to travel, creating free flows of trade and tourism and enhancing connectivity between different cultures across its ever-expanding network.
flydubai has marked its journey with a number of milestones:
An expanding network: Created a network of more than 135 destinations in 58 countries across Africa, Central Asia, the Caucasus, Central and South-East Europe, the GCC and the Middle East, South Asia and South-East Asia.
Serving underserved markets: Opened more than 100 new routes that did not previously have direct air links to Dubai or were not served by a UAE national carrier from Dubai.
An efficient single fleet-type: Operates a single fleet-type of 97 Boeing 737 aircraft and includes: 26 Next-Generation Boeing 737-800, 68 Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 03 Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft.
Enhancing connectivity: Carried more than 120 million passengers since it began operations in 2009.
Featured image credited to flydubai
