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MANILA – The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has signed a partnership agreement with PLDT Enterprise to boost connectivity in airports as well as CAAP facilities.
CAAP spokesperson Eric Apolonio told the Philippine News Agency on Friday that the agreement involves enhancing the digital infrastructure in at least 14 of the 44 CAAP-operated airports across the country.
Connectivity will also be enhanced in the Civil Aviation Training Center and the Philippine Air Traffic Management Center both located in Pasay City he said.
Our commitment is to bring reliable secure and efficient digital infrastructure that aligns with CAAP’s vision of becoming a global brand of excellence in civil aviation PLDT and Smart head of Enterprise Business Group Blums Pineda said in a statement.
The partnership he said is not just about improving Internet access but also about enhancing travel experience and creating advancements in airports in Tuguegarao Bicol Puerto Princesa Laoag Bacolod Silay Tacloban Kalibo Zamboanga Davao General Santos Laguindingan and Pagadian.
Seamless connectivity will help keep operations in these airports running safely and efficiently.
According to PLDT Enterprise a uniform dedicated Internet access using a fiber optic network and structured connectivity will be provided in the CAAP-operated airports and facilities.
Airports will be equipped with network distribution equipment and cable infrastructure.
A unified front-end tool will be developed to help end-users connect to the service.
Through the partnership CAAP ensures that the airports are well-equipped to support increasing passenger traffic and operational demands.
By strengthening our digital infrastructure we are enhancing operational efficiency and elevating the overall passenger experience to meet global standards CAAP Director General Raul Del Rosario said in a statement. (PNA)
