- May 27, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 1:25 PM
- Boeing Theatre
The Next Gen ATM platform
The traditional model of closed, proprietary ATM systems is reaching its limit in an increasingly complex and data-driven sky. We are currently in the midst of a technological revolution, and the ATM sector must recognize this shift by ensuring a platform is in place to integrate these emerging technologies in a cost-effective and secure manner. This panel brings together industry experts to discuss this paradigm shift: the move toward a truly collaborative ATM platform. Instead of isolated development, we explore a future built on Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)s, where ANSPs and vendors work in tandem to foster innovation. We will discuss how dedicated research into cloud-native environments and Innovation support can be shared across a wider ecosystem to increase safety, reduce fragmentation, and allow for the rapid adoption of new technologies. The focus is not on a single product, but on a collective methodology that empowers ANSPs to adapt to the next decade of aviation challenges. Key Discussion Points: - How a service-oriented approach allows for the seamless integration of best-of-breed components from various developers. - Identify the structural benefits of moving from monolithic legacy systems to modular, service-based architectures. - Utilizing cloud environments to break down geographical barriers and support cross-border ATM cooperation. - Explore how collaborative research between ANSPs and vendors can lower the "barrier to entry" for new, innovative ATM tools. Modern airspace requires a level of agility that single-vendor systems struggle to provide. By focusing on the development of a collaborative platform, this session addresses the industry's most pressing need: flexibility. We will demonstrate how a commitment to open cooperation and shared innovation can de-risk modernization efforts for ANSPs while creating a more resilient global airspace.
