Monday July 22nd, 2024
Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) has announced the appointment of Engineer Aisha Al Mheiri as the Vice-Chair of the Airports Council International’s (ACI) IT Standing Committee, making her the first employee in Sharjah Airport Authority to hold a Vice-Chair position in an ACI committee.
Championing Exceptional National Talents in Aviation Sector
This appointment reflects SAA’s commitment to embracing outstanding national talents and expertise in the sector of aviation services, travel, and related operational processes. This contributes to the enhancement of innovative plans and mechanisms, and fosters collaboration among aviation sector partners, regional partnerships, and major airports in the region.
Leading a Specialized Global IT Team
Al Mheiri will lead a specialized team of IT managers from various airports worldwide in developing IT systems on a global scale. She will work with the committee team to drive innovation and joint strategic cooperation. The aim is to improve passenger experience through advanced technology, strengthen cybersecurity, enhance digital transformation, and foster emerging technologies that impact airport operations, industry practices, and technical standards.
Expressing her delight, Engineer Aisha Al Mheiri, Assistant Director of Information Technology Affairs stated: “I am proud to be appointed as Vice-Chair of the ACI’s IT Standing Committee. This opportunity allows me to share and exchange expertise and transfer knowledge among IT specialists in airports while addressing the challenges and obstacles faced by the sector. Furthermore, I take pride in being Emirati. I express my gratitude for the immense support and attention our wise leadership gives to women, which has helped me develop and refine my expertise over the years.”
Leveraging Advanced Information Technology in Airports and Standardizing Global Practices
It’s worth mentioning that the IT Standing Committee of the Airports Council International (ACI) aims to make airports worldwide more efficient, safe, and convenient for passengers by leveraging advanced information technology in airports and standardizing global practices. The committee sets new standards for excellence in this area to achieve a better future for advanced technology in airports. Additionally, the committee monitors developments in information technology, its trends, and impacts on airports, and implements research and development programs, training, guidance, and capacity-building specialized in information technology for aviation and airports globally.
