Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Qatar Airways has equipped over 100 aircraft with Starlink Wi-Fi, marking a significant leap in in-flight connectivity, while Emirates targets full fleet deployment by 2027. The move sets a new industry benchmark for high-speed, uninterrupted internet in the skies.
Qatar Airways now has over half its wide-body fleet equipped with free gate-to-gate Starlink internet, enabling industry-leading high-speed connectivity across 200 daily flights as rollout accelerates ahead of schedule.
Qatar Airways has activated IPv6 across its digital infrastructure, marking a key step in Qatar’s National Vision 2030 and the nation’s digital transformation. The move enhances cybersecurity, scalability, and innovation in smart travel and aviation technology.
Qatar Airways’ activation of IPv6 demonstrates how public-private collaboration can accelerate national technology adoption. This milestone not only strengthens Qatar’s digital infrastructure but also positions its aviation sector at the forefront of global innovation and sustainability.
Ooredoo and Qatar Airways have signed a strategic MoU to strengthen AI, Cloud, and Cybersecurity collaboration. The partnership will create a national AI hub, invest in local talent, and leverage Ooredoo’s NVIDIA GPU platform to accelerate innovation, reinforcing Qatar’s leadership in digital transformation and economic diversification.
Accenture and Qatar Airways’ AI Skyways initiative aims to redefine aviation by combining responsible AI, operational optimisation, and personalised customer experiences.
Qatar Airways leads the aviation industry by offering free Starlink Wi-Fi with speeds up to 500 Mbps on its entire Boeing 777 fleet, setting new standards in inflight connectivity ahead of extending the service to its Airbus A350 planes.
Thales and Qatar Airways have expanded their partnership with a MoA to enhance inflight entertainment technology and establish a dedicated service centre in Doha. This move supports Qatar Airways’ fleet growth and digital transformation while contributing to Qatar’s aerospace ecosystem and job creation under Qatar Vision 2030.
Qatar Airways is the first airline to offer live sports streaming beyond the inflight system using Starlink connectivity, bringing IMG’s Sport 24 channels to passengers’ personal devices. This innovation enhances the travel experience with access to top global sports events in real time.
Qatar Airways will launch Starlink’s ultra-fast, complimentary Wi-Fi on flights between Cape Town and Doha starting June 1, providing seamless internet for streaming, gaming, and work. This comes as part of the airline’s broader rollout of Starlink across its fleet, enhancing the travel experience and deepening its ties with South Africa.