Emirates Airlines proposes Blockchain Challenge with Dubai Accelerator

Khalfan Belhoul, CEO at Dubai Future Foundation said: “The Dubai Future Accelerators program aims to pair government and corporate entities with start-ups and companies to address key industry challenges as well as co-create the future for the advancement of humanity. Emirates’ participation in cohort six is a testament to our aim and efforts, and is seen as a step closer towards shaping a better future for Dubai. This participation also works towards strengthening the aviation industry and passenger experience through the adoption of innovative technologies.

The three challenges defined by Emirates are:

• Using the latest technologies in blockchain, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, build a platform that will redefine business-to-business purchasing and procurement for the airline
• Create an integrated platform to support a seamless pre-airport arrival experience for customers travelling on Emirates
• Develop an online system that consolidates all the different processes and steps involved in a cabin crew duty travel

The seven shortlisted teams taking part in the programme originate from six different countries including two teams from the U.A.E. The shortlisted companies were selected from a pool of 245 applicant teams from 59 countries. During the programme, the teams will have multiple opportunities to engage with key personnel within the Emirates Group to gather insights and refine their proposals.

At the end of the nine week programme, the teams from the cohort will present their final proposals and Proof of Concepts to senior stakeholders from the Emirates Group. These proposals will be evaluated and select proposals may be considered for further development if they meet the business objectives set by the airline.