The Krabi International Airport, with the help of the Thai government, recently joined forces with telecommunications brand Huawei to introduce 5G networking and services to the new "smart airport." Krabi is the first airport to undergo this development, with 28 other airports in the pipeline across the country.
NBTC secretary-general, Takorn Tanthasit, said the project at Krabi International Airport will start next month. He elaborated on the smart airport initiative, stating: "Huawei will provide additional innovations and services at the airport for free to ensure passengers’ safety in the new normal era after the Covid-19 outbreak, such as robots that can detect passenger density in airport areas, thermal scanners, and UV treatment equipment for passengers’ luggage."
Post-COVID Smart Airports
The Krabi International Airport Is Thailand's First 'Smart Airport'
Trend Themes
1. 5G Networking in Airports - Opportunity for other airports to follow Krabi's lead in implementing 5G networking and services to enhance customer experience and safety measures.
2. Smart Airport Technology - Potential for technology companies to innovate and develop new smart airport technology solutions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
3. Robotics in Airports - Increased demand for robotics and automation solutions to enhance safety measures in airports post-COVID-19.
Industry Implications
1. Telecommunications - Opportunity for telecom companies to partner with airports to provide 5G networking and services for enhanced connectivity and customer experience.
2. Airport Technology - New market niche for airport technology companies to innovate and develop smart airport technology solutions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
3. Robotics and Automation - Opportunity for robotics and automation companies to partner with airports to develop solutions to enhance safety measures in response to COVID-19.