IT services company Netcompany and airport operator and Norway airspace operator Avinor have entered a strategic collaboration worth €107 million (approximately $117 million). The deal covers three years with an option for two extensions of two years each. The parties will digitally transform and improve the operation of Norway's airspace and large network of civilian airports.
Avinor's goal is to use resources efficiently to ensure a stable, safe, and future-oriented infrastructure for Norway. Netcompany will play a vital role in further developing Avinor's technology strategy. Netcompany will act as the digital backbone through its digital infrastructure already in operation in Copenhagen with the AIRHART platform.
Netcompany will lead the development, implementation, and operation of systems across Avinor's entire network. This covers everything from large operational processes related to passengers, baggage, aircraft and airspace control, as well as essential commercial activities crucial for running an efficient and profitable airport.
"Through our strategic partnership with Avinor, we continue our commitment to digitise and establish modern, data and AI-driven airports - ultimately benefiting the climate, the environment, passengers, and airlines," said Netcompany CEO Andre Rogaczewski. "Avinor is one of the world’s most diverse and interesting operators and together we have great ambitions to further modernise the entire aviation sector."
Avinor CEO Abraham Foss said: "Netcompany has already demonstrated its capacity to innovate the airport industry by leveraging its experience in financial services, retail, logistics, and the public sector. At Avinor, we firmly believe that cross-industry knowledge promotes innovation and helps identify best practices and avoid pitfalls."
Netcompany employees will be located at Avinor in Norway.