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Business Upturn
30-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Air Cairo Sets New Benchmark for African Airlines: Enhances In-Flight Medical Safety with MedAire Partnership
Cairo, Egypt, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Air Cairo, one of Egypt's leading airlines, has partnered strategically with MedAire, the global leader in aviation medical and security support, to enhance its in-flight medical capabilities and operational efficiencies. This partnership aligns with the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation's vision to modernise and elevate safety and healthcare standards across the air transport sector. The agreement was formally signed by Captain Ahmed Shanan, Chairman and CEO of Air Cairo, and Reely Rajan, Director of Middle East, Africa, India, and Asia at MedAire, in the presence of Captain Amr El-Sharkawy, Chairman of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority. This collaboration underscores Air Cairo's commitment to adopting global best practices in aviation health and safety, ensuring the highest standards of passenger care. Under this strategic partnership, Air Cairo will implement MedAire's industry-leading MedLink service, providing flight crews with 24/7 real-time access to emergency physicians specialised in aviation medicine. Air Cairo crews will also benefit from offline access to MedAire's industry-first In-Flight App, designed to support medical decision-making without connectivity. These advanced medical services will be deployed fleet-wide across Air Cairo's Airbus A320-200, A320neo, E190 and ATR 72-600 aircraft, supporting key regional routes into the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. Captain Ahmed Shanan, Chairman and CEO of Air Cairo, commented: 'This partnership is a cornerstone of Air Cairo's integrated strategy to enhance aviation safety, reduce operational disruptions, and ensure our crews are fully prepared to manage medical events onboard. Our passengers' safety and comfort remain our highest priority, and MedAire's proven expertise will help us deliver on this commitment.' Air Cairo selected MedAire specifically for its extensive experience in managing complex in-flight medical scenarios and its robust Passenger Fit-to-Fly assessment capabilities. By leveraging MedAire's global infrastructure and medical expertise, Air Cairo aims to proactively manage pre-flight medical cases, reduce unnecessary delays, and ensure compliance with evolving international safety standards. Reely Rajan, Director of Middle East, Africa, India, and Asia at MedAire, stated: 'We are proud to partner with Air Cairo. As our first airline client in Africa, this collaboration sets a new benchmark for in-flight medical safety in the region. It demonstrates Air Cairo's forward-thinking approach to passenger care. Beyond supporting their current operations, our global infrastructure ensures Air Cairo is well-equipped to expand seamlessly into new markets in the future.' The new medical services will go live on all Air Cairo flights starting mid-July 2025. MedAire's comprehensive suite of solutions minimises diversion risks, enhances crew confidence during medical incidents, and strengthens pre-flight medical screening capabilities, ultimately improving operational efficiency and passenger experience. About Air Cairo Air Cairo is Egypt's premier regional airline and a vital part of the country's aviation sector. Established in 2003, the airline has grown into a key player in connecting Egypt to regional and international destinations across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. Operating a modern fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft, the airline serves both scheduled and charter flights, playing a significant role in supporting Egypt's tourism industry and economic development. Air Cairo remains dedicated to its mission of providing seamless connectivity while contributing to Egypt's vision of becoming a regional aviation hub. About MedAire MedAire, an International SOS company, has been the preferred partner to the aviation industry since 1985. Today, MedAire is the aviation industry's proven leader for integrated travel health and aviation security solutions. Six of the world's largest business jet manufacturers (Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer, Gulfstream, Honda Jet and Textron Aviation) come standard with MedAire's service. Additionally, 180+ of the world's leading airlines and more than 6,800 private aircraft – including 75% of Fortune 100 Companies – trust MedAire for their travel health and security risk management needs. MedAire's integrated solutions include aviation security intelligence, real-time health and security advice and assistance, training, equipment, and professional services for crew and passengers in and beyond the cabin. MedAire handles thousands of calls annually to help crew and passengers manage medical and travel safety events in the air and on the ground with 24/7 access to emergency care doctors, nurses, and aviation security specialists. Attachments Executives Signing Partnership Agreement Signing Ceremony Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Associated Press
30-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Air Cairo Sets New Benchmark for African Airlines: Enhances In-Flight Medical Safety with MedAire Partnership
Cairo, Egypt, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Cairo, one of Egypt's leading airlines, has partnered strategically with MedAire, the global leader in aviation medical and security support, to enhance its in-flight medical capabilities and operational efficiencies. This partnership aligns with the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation's vision to modernise and elevate safety and healthcare standards across the air transport sector. The agreement was formally signed by Captain Ahmed Shanan, Chairman and CEO of Air Cairo, and Reely Rajan, Director of Middle East, Africa, India, and Asia at MedAire, in the presence of Captain Amr El-Sharkawy, Chairman of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority. This collaboration underscores Air Cairo's commitment to adopting global best practices in aviation health and safety, ensuring the highest standards of passenger care. Under this strategic partnership, Air Cairo will implement MedAire's industry-leading MedLink service, providing flight crews with 24/7 real-time access to emergency physicians specialised in aviation medicine. Air Cairo crews will also benefit from offline access to MedAire's industry-first In-Flight App, designed to support medical decision-making without connectivity. These advanced medical services will be deployed fleet-wide across Air Cairo's Airbus A320-200, A320neo, E190 and ATR 72-600 aircraft, supporting key regional routes into the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. Captain Ahmed Shanan, Chairman and CEO of Air Cairo, commented: 'This partnership is a cornerstone of Air Cairo's integrated strategy to enhance aviation safety, reduce operational disruptions, and ensure our crews are fully prepared to manage medical events onboard. Our passengers' safety and comfort remain our highest priority, and MedAire's proven expertise will help us deliver on this commitment.' Air Cairo selected MedAire specifically for its extensive experience in managing complex in-flight medical scenarios and its robust Passenger Fit-to-Fly assessment capabilities. By leveraging MedAire's global infrastructure and medical expertise, Air Cairo aims to proactively manage pre-flight medical cases, reduce unnecessary delays, and ensure compliance with evolving international safety standards. Reely Rajan, Director of Middle East, Africa, India, and Asia at MedAire, stated: 'We are proud to partner with Air Cairo. As our first airline client in Africa, this collaboration sets a new benchmark for in-flight medical safety in the region. It demonstrates Air Cairo's forward-thinking approach to passenger care. Beyond supporting their current operations, our global infrastructure ensures Air Cairo is well-equipped to expand seamlessly into new markets in the future.' The new medical services will go live on all Air Cairo flights starting mid-July 2025. MedAire's comprehensive suite of solutions minimises diversion risks, enhances crew confidence during medical incidents, and strengthens pre-flight medical screening capabilities, ultimately improving operational efficiency and passenger experience. About Air Cairo Air Cairo is Egypt's premier regional airline and a vital part of the country's aviation sector. Established in 2003, the airline has grown into a key player in connecting Egypt to regional and international destinations across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. Operating a modern fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft, the airline serves both scheduled and charter flights, playing a significant role in supporting Egypt's tourism industry and economic development. Air Cairo remains dedicated to its mission of providing seamless connectivity while contributing to Egypt's vision of becoming a regional aviation hub. About MedAire MedAire, an International SOS company, has been the preferred partner to the aviation industry since 1985. Today, MedAire is the aviation industry's proven leader for integrated travel health and aviation security solutions. Six of the world's largest business jet manufacturers (Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer, Gulfstream, Honda Jet and Textron Aviation) come standard with MedAire's service. Additionally, 180+ of the world's leading airlines and more than 6,800 private aircraft - including 75% of Fortune 100 Companies - trust MedAire for their travel health and security risk management needs. MedAire's integrated solutions include aviation security intelligence, real-time health and security advice and assistance, training, equipment, and professional services for crew and passengers in and beyond the cabin. MedAire handles thousands of calls annually to help crew and passengers manage medical and travel safety events in the air and on the ground with 24/7 access to emergency care doctors, nurses, and aviation security specialists. Attachments Chris Potter MedAire 1-480-333-3762 [email protected]
Zawya
03-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ST Engineering secures multi-year LEAP-1A maintenance contract with Air Cairo
Singapore - ST Engineering today announced that its Commercial Aerospace business has secured a five-year maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) contract with Air Cairo, a new customer, to support the LEAP-1A engines that power its Airbus A320neo fleet. Under this contract, ST Engineering will provide quick-turn repair and Performance Restoration Shop Visit (PRSV) services at its engine MRO facility in Singapore. The first engine is expected to be inducted in mid-2025. Captain Ahmed Shanan, Chairman and CEO of Air Cairo, said, 'We are pleased to form a partnership with ST Engineering, the globally recognised leader in engine overhaul, to support the maintenance of the LEAP-1A engines powering our Airbus A320neo. This agreement underscores our commitment to operational excellence, reliability and the highest standards of safety for our growing fleet.' 'As Air Cairo continues to expand its network and modernise its operations, having a trusted and experienced engine MRO provider like ST Engineering ensures that our engines receive world-class maintenance, minimising downtime and optimising performance. This collaboration will play a key role in supporting our mission to deliver seamless and efficient air travel for our passengers across the region. We look forward to a long and successful partnership with ST Engineering as we continue to strengthen our fleet capabilities and enhance our service offerings in the competitive aviation market.' Tay Eng Guan, Head of Engine Services at ST Engineering, said, 'This latest contract demonstrates increasing confidence in our expertise as a Premier MRO provider for the LEAP engines, while marking another significant step in expanding our LEAP engine support for Middle Eastern operators. As we continue to grow our LEAP engine MRO capacity and parts repair capabilities, we look forward to supporting Air Cairo – and more operators in the region – with high-quality, value-added LEAP engine services.' ST Engineering is the first independent MRO provider in Asia to be designated a Premier MRO provider in CFM International's LEAP open MRO ecosystem. It achieved testing capabilities for the LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines at its Singapore facility in 2024, and is currently expanding its capabilities to include PRSV and full MRO services to better support airlines' growing LEAP engine maintenance demands.
