The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has tapped Thales for a significant upgrade of the country’s air traffic management (ATM) solution to enhance safety, resilience and operational continuity in Philippine airspace.
Under the agreement, Thales will modernize the existing hardware and software infrastructure and integrate new functionalities, including advanced cybersecurity features to protect the system against evolving digital and operational threats.
A robust disaster recovery system (DRS) is also included in the contract, providing a critical first layer of back-up protection to ensure continuity of operations in the event of a main system failure.
The initial phase of the implementation will strengthen operational continuity and enhance the safety of the Philippine airspace.
Once all upgrade phases are finalized by early 2027, CAAP will operate a state-of-the-art ATM system that meets ICAO and the highest industry standards.
“This modernization project is a pivotal step in future proofing Philippine aviation,” said CAAP director-general Raul Del Rosario.
“Through our partnership with Thales, we are ensuring that our air traffic management system exceeds international standards, providing greater safety, resilience and operational continuity. This upgrade will prepare our airspace to handle growing air traffic demands and secure the long-term efficiency of aviation in the Philippines,” he said
