Norwegian Chooses Navtech Software for EFB
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release
Contacts:
Andrea Murray, 519-747-1170 or amurray@navtech.aero
Beth Dempsey, 248-349-7810 or beth@bethdempsey.com
Anne-Sissel Skånvik, +47 67 59 30 43 or anne-sissel.skanvik@norwegian.no
Ole Christian Melhus, +47 67 59 30 00 or ole.christian.melhus@norwegian.no
Norwegian Chooses Navtech Software for Class I & II EFB Implementation
Fast-growing airline is deploying Navtech's airport performance software
January 4, 2010 (TORONTO and OSLO) -- Norwegian Air Shuttle, the fourth-largest low-cost in Europe, has contracted with Navtech, Inc. to provide aircraft performance software products to support its Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) Class I & II environment, the companies announced today. Norwegian is one of the first airlines in Europe to receive full operational approval for use of a Class II EFB system in all phases of flight. It will deploy a fully integrated portfolio of Navtech software products to manage information in the air and on the ground for its fleet of Boeing 737s.
"Norwegian's strategic IT development goal is staying ahead by utilizing the newest technology available to optimize all aspects of the operation, including operational control, in a rapidly expanding and challenging environment. The EFB solution will ease future expansion and enable the company to improve and streamline the operation, standing strong to meet upcoming demands and challenges in the aviation industry," said Ole Christian Melhus, Deputy Director Flight Operations and EFB Project Manager.
"Norwegian's choice of Navtech for its highly progressive environment validates the work we've done to lead in the area of EFB software development," said Mike Hulley, Navtech CEO.
After an extensive analysis, Norwegian contracted for Navtech's Aircraft Performance and Mass & Balance products, which will be incorporated into its EFB devices along with Navtech's eCharts, Seamless ENC, and FMS Navigation Data products. The EFB products are fully integrated with a unique design that enables rapid information exchange of preset common data-- information input in one module is automatically pre-populated in the others. Additionally, pilots have a visual display of performance calculations, which can be stored and disseminated, saving time and reducing their workload. Deployment of the system in the Norwegian fleet has already begun and is expected to wrap up in early 2010.
Fast-growing Norwegian has its main hub at Oslo Airport, Gardermoen with high-frequency domestic operations in Norway and international flights out of 8 bases, including such cities as Bergen, Trondheim, Stavanger, Moss, Copenhagen, Stockholm and Warsaw. It is the largest low-fare airline in Scandinavia. In 2008, it transported 9.1 million people on 200 routes to 90 destinations, covering across Europe into North Africa and the Middle East.
For more information about Navtech's ability to advance EFB environments visit navtech.aero.
About Navtech, Inc.
Navtech, Inc. (www.navtech.aero), is a leading global provider of flight operations solutions, serving more than 350 airline and aviation services customers. Navtech's product suite includes aeronautical charts, navigation data solutions, flight planning, aircraft performance software (take-off/landing, weight and balance), and crew planning solutions. Many of Navtech's products can be configured as part of an EFB solution, including take-off data calculation, weight and balance, and aeronautical charts. These products directly support millions of flights each year and help Navtech customers maximize efficiency, reduce costs, ensure compliance with complex national and international safety regulations, and effectively deliver their services.
Headquartered just outside Toronto in Waterloo, Ontario -- Canada's technology center -- Navtech also has locations in Stockholm (formerly European Aeronautical Group), London, and is further supported by satellite offices around the world.
About Noregian Air Shuttle
Norwegian is Scandinavia's largest low cost carrier and the fourth largest in Europe. With low prices and customer-friendly solutions, the airline has enjoyed strong passenger growth in recent years. It now offers nearly 200 routes to 90 destinations. Norwegian transported over 9 million passengers in 2008 with sales of NOK 6.2 billion, 43% up on the previous year. The company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (since 2003) and has a total of 1500 employees and a fleet of 45 aircraft. 61 new Boeing 737-800Ws will be delivered between 2008 and 2014. Norwegian will have the most modern and environmental friendly fleet of aircraft in Europe when all the planes have been delivered. The head office is in Oslo, Norway. For further information, see www.norwegian.com.
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