Innovation drives everything we do at the World Aviation Festival, and we are proud to champion the growth of SMEs within the industry.
Our Start-up Village is home to the sector's most promising disruptors, providing a platform for them to showcase their groundbreaking solutions to our global audience.
A 1m² booth on the exhibition floor, providing a space to showcase your innovations to thousands of industry leaders
2 tickets to World Aviation Festival, including full access to the conference halls, exhibition floor, and networking app
A chance to compete in our Start-up Pitch Competition, where you can pitch your ideas to our panel of judges
Reach our community of over 6,000 airline, airport, and travel technology executives from across the globe
Does your company qualify?
Our Start-ups must have been found in 2019 or later,
have less than 20 employees,
and have not participated in our Start-up Village before.
ADAPTA Mobility is a revolutionary car rental technology platform born from the success of StressFreeCarRental.com. Launched in 2023, ADAPTA offers seamless integration with over 100 car rental suppliers and supports 30 languages and 23...
AerLabs is an award winning, privately owned, aviation technology company based in the Netherlands. Our vision is to reduce the environmental footprint of airports, Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP), and aviation regulators across the world...
Travel companies face significant challenges in managing and optimising ancillary services, leading to inefficiencies and lost revenue opportunities. Aero Median uses AI to easily implement and optimize ancillaries, leading to higher...
The Aerospace Innovation Hub @ TU Delft is a community of aerospace related startups, academics, students, corporates, and industry professionals.Our mission is to accelerate content driven innovation in aerospace. The hub provides a vibrant...
Aiir Innovations is an Artificial Intelligence startup that offers AI-assisted Borescope Inspection & reporting of jet engines. As Jet engines clock their cycles, the engine efficiency degrades due to various factors such as overheating, wear...
Aleatoric Solutions specializes in assisting airlines with data-centric technology approaches to enhance business value and unlock cutting-edge AI solutions. We address the challenge of airline operations excellence by ensuring that systems are...
AllFly streamlines business travel for groups, events, and everyday needs. We empower companies to control costs and save money through discounted fares, easy enforcement of travel policies, and even cash back on canceled tickets. Our online booking ...
Emilie Gazeau is a seasoned data expert with a background in data strategy and data collaboration for global retail & CPG leaders (Amazon, Carrefour, Tesco, L’Oréal, AbInbev etc…). Prior to founding Alltheway, she was a senior executive in data...
At Annotate.tech, we specialize in cutting-edge data labeling and annotation services, empowering organizations to harness the full potential of their data. Our expertise lies in providing high-quality, precise data labeling solutions that enhance...
We are a startup wholly committed to revolutionizing the aviation industry through cutting-edge software development. Our focus lies in enhancing the digital strategy of our customers by providing innovative solutions seamlessly integrating into...
Awai revolutionises the airline industry with its cutting-edge dynamic holiday packaging solution. Super-charge your ancillary revenue, boost profit margins, amplify brand appeal, and effortlessly sell distressed inventory without compromising...
BagID aims to revolutionize the way we travel with checked bags by challenging existing technology and infrastructure in the aviation industry. As the only company in the world offering both digital baggage check-in and tracking, we’ve empowered...
Blueflite is designing and manufacturing an advanced cargo drone platform to solve the modern-day challenges in the logistics industry. Blueflite’s drones offer faster deliveries at a lower cost compared to conventional transport. The unique and...
Book Better is the online travel agency to book your transport in the least polluting and trustworthy way. We sell decarbonized seats on flights operated by existing airlines, using trust worthy Sustainable Aviation Fuel certificates. In our search...
BookingData enables airlines to monetize their audience to third party ancillary providers to enable personalized and private offers. BookingData is a 25 hot travel startups 2024 from Phocuswire.
CargoClub is the sustainable loyalty solution for cargo airlines seeking to differentiate their services and drive customer retention. Unlike traditional programs, we offer high-quality carbon credits (e.g., Sustainable Aviation Fuel) as rewards. By ...
CHAISE LONGUE is an innovative and disruptive start-up born in Madrid, which has designed a double-level commercial aircraft seat. Our purpose is to improve flight experience for passengers by increasing their personal space, features and...
Croowy is a B2B marketplace and booking platform revolutionizing the way airlines and hotels connect. Our platform tackles the inefficiencies of manual processes in RFP negotiations, covering crew, corporate, and distressed accommodation needs. By...
CrowdScan, a spin-off of IMEC and the University of Antwerp, specializes in measuring crowds while preserving individual privacy. Using cutting-edge, low-energy radio frequency sensor technology, CrowdScan accurately processes real-time crowd...
Dune7 is an organic marketing agency supporting ambitious travel and tech brands. Our services, built at the junction of content, SEO, thought leadership and data storytelling, are designed to give companies a solid foundation on which to build...
Eddytec is a spin-out from the University of Amsterdam and the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. Eddytec’s hardware and software solution allows to detect faults and damages (cracks, delamination) in aircraft parts made from carbon fibre...
Estuaire is a data platform designed to monitor and reduce both CO2 and non-CO2 emissions. While current focus is primarily on CO2, regulatory trends and public attention are shifting towards more comprehensive metrics. Rather than solely...
Fairval propels aviation players into successful AI transformations throught “AIJourneyPath”, our innovative AI transformation framework that combines open innovation and financial engineering techinques in a new unique way. We help...
Fidivio is the world’s first off-the-shelf financial analysis tool dedicated to loyalty programs. With our easy-to-use tool, you can determine the financial performance of your loyalty program, under every scenario. Build and monitor the performance ...
Fiducial provides solutions for 3D positioning, 3D reconstruction, and 3D visualization in inspection, maintenance, and quality assurance for aerospace, wind, and other industries. Our vision: Building a world where digital insights meet human...
Introducing Fly Noor, a forthcoming distinguished full-service international airline set to connect Pakistan with global hubs, including the US, UK, Canada, and beyond. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service, Fly Noor aims to enhance...
Flyware Labs is a tech company conceived by former members of tech teams at airlines, OTAs, and travel companies. Its objective is to fill the gap between airlines and edge technologies to provide maximum return on investment. We’re engineers with...
Gander helps airlines automatically respond to compensation and reimbursement requests for delayed & canceled flights, broken seats, and delayed bags. Using Gander helps airlines cut down on agent costs, provide a vastly easier and friendlier...
Globadyme is a Global Payment Service Provider that enables companies to accept Payments both online and offline. One of our key areas of expertise is in processing Airline payments. We understand that finding a reliable Payment Service Provider is...
GMT Online (GTS) is your partner for seamless airline travel. We're experts in handling flight disruptions, ensuring passengers reach their destination stress-free. From airport pickups to hotel transfers, our reliable services make every...
Hawkrose provides decision support software applications for Aviation and Defence organisations. Our company lies at the intersection of analytical consultancy, intelligent systems and software engineering – enabling us to deploy novel solutions...
JetVAR enhances the safety and quality of maintenance training for maintenance training organizations and operators. The Training Suite offers a virtual airplane experience that can be accessed from classrooms or through distance learning, without...
Layover Solutions digitizes IROP management. Airlines use our automated platform to organize hotel rooms, transport and meals for stranded passengers within seconds. Our 80+ airline partners benefit from improved efficiency, speed and...
Levent Analytics is a young and dynamic Dubai-based AI consultancy and analytics firm specializing in delivering bespoke AI solutions tailored for the ever-evolving needs of businesses. Our expertise spans strategy consulting, solution...
Loyalty ConnectOS revolutionizes the way organizations access talent. We offer turnkey solutions to expand your loyalty, data, and digital teams offshore. We cater for the full spectrum of roles including: Data analystsCampaign executionContact...
We will be showcasing Cosmos, the innovative platform to empower a trusted, collaborative, and data-based relationship between airlines and service providers. With Cosmos, both parties have access to performance-dashboards as a single source of...
LUGGit offers a service that collects, stores, and delivers travellers' luggage at the time and place they choose. This allows travellers to fully enjoy their free time exploring the city, without the hassle of carrying bags or searching for...
Moonware is building the ecosystem to automate ground operations for the passenger, cargo, defense and advanced air mobility sectors. Our flagship product, HALO, is the world’s first Ground Traffic Control platform powered by AI, delivering faster...
MOST is a payment technology solutions company at the intersection of fintech and travel retail. With offices in Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago and Dublin, MOST serves customers operating in fluid retail environments worldwide. With an agile team and...
NLPearl is an advanced AI voice solution provider with proprietary models for customer engagement via phone or browser, specializing in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Its human-like voice agents handle inquiries, reservations, bookings, CRM...
NoamAI.com is a startup building AI tools for optimizing airside operations for airports and airlines. We focus on the critical space between runways and gates, ensuring efficiency, safety, and predictable performance. Our approach involves...
Founded Q4 2022 with the intent of selling - on and offline - passive tracking and tracing goods to consumers as well as retail chains. See www.nolongerlost.com . It takes 30 seconds to register as a customer, by scanning our unique QR code. The...
At Odysee, we revolutionize schedule planning decision making with AI-powered tradeoff analysis and stress-test simulation. We shape the future of aviation through innovative technology. Our mission is to deliver cutting-edge solutions that empower ...
Opfyx, founded in 2023 in London and New York, was born with the vision of modernising, simplifying and transforming operations across the aviation industry. By leveraging the wealth of data within operations alongside cutting-edge technology and...
We are dedicated to transforming passenger assistance at airports through digital innovation. Our new generation platform brings passengers, assistance staff, cabin crew, and boarding agents together to enable seamless communication, improve...
PaxPays: Revolutionizing Aviation SolutionsPaxPays stands at the forefront of digital innovation in the aviation industry, crafting cutting-edge solutions that streamline operations and enhance passenger experiences. Our mission is to empower...
Plane Finder is a UK based software and hardware company primarily known for our popular Plane Finder brand.We manufacture high performance ADS-B, Mode-S Multilateration, 868MHz and 978MHz sensor equipment.We also own and manage a worldwide...
Platform 195 is a Retail Media Solutions and Marketing Company with a specialism in travel. We have decades of experience building award-winning media organisations within airlines, tour operators and OTAs, enabling them to generate a significant...
PRM Assist is a technology company focused on pioneering solutions for airport assistance. Our suite of products includes the PRM Assist mobile app, which empowers passengers with reduced mobility (PRM) to seamlessly book assistance. The PRM Portal...
SafarWise is an AI-powered travel platform offering customized B2B solutions for airlines and aviation companies. We specialize in streamlining niche travel experiences, such as cultural and religious journeys, while seamlessly integrating...
SiriNor is a Norwegian ClimateTech start-up developing true zero-emission jet turbines. We have our sights set on 4 key sectors: Regional to medium-haul aviation, larger UAVs, ground-effect vehicles, and supersonic aviation.
Making the complex, simple, for drone operations.Since the dawn of flight, humankind has been obsessed with automation and drones as a tool to introduce a scale of usefulness in aviation to society. But for over 100 years this innovation has been...
Smmartt is looking to redefine and revolutionize the Loyalty Rewards Programs by unlocking the true potential of these programs . We are doing so by combining advanced technology tools and AI to maximize our members experience and value while...
SojiAI is a cutting-edge startup specializing in innovative Generative AI solutions for the Aerospace and Aviation industries. Founded by a team of experts blending deep aerospace knowledge with advanced AI expertise, SojiAI is committed to...
Spark e-Fuels (www.sparkefuels.com) is a climate tech start-up tackling aviation’s significant environmental impact. Spark focuses on the problems of limited availability and high cost of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by developing integrated...
Spear gives buyers intelligence at speed to negotiate better outcomes. We give management teams insights into the buying teams performance on managing reputational risk whilst securing best deals at speed.Spear helps buyers track supplier...
Speeder Systems develops ground-effect VTOL amphibious craft (Speeders) to deliver cargo in offshore locations, 6X cheaper than helicopters while generating 99% less emissions.
Kubrick is a global consultancy business that enhances travel rewards and incentives for loyalty programs. While it’s commonly known that emotionally connected customers are more valuable, many programs focus solely on transactional benefits like...
SWIP enables airlines to manage and monetize their underutilized bellyhold cargo space effectively. SWIP provides airlines with a comprehensive 3PL-in-a-box solution that integrates cargo management, compliance automation, and intelligent routing.
TravPal is an innovative platform that connects travellers needing assistance with fellow travellers on the same flight. Those seeking assistance may include parents with young children, travellers with hidden disabilities, anxious or inexperienced...
Triend is a B2B review and feedback solution pioneering a new era of trust, transparency, and impact in the aviation industry. Utilising the power of generative AI and blockchain technology, Triend allows businesses to proficiently...
ubloquity is a pioneering company specialising in digital supply transformation and digital asset authentication, verification, and movement across the global supply chain. Leveraging cutting-edge blockchain and DLT technology, ubloquity ensures...
Usher AI provides directive guidance for airport ground movements by means of automated follow-me vehicles. Combining existing procedures at airports with advanced automation ensures flexibility while reducing implementation time and costs. Our...
Elevating Airlines Through People, Process, and Technology.At Vennspring, we specialize in helping airlines maximize the value of their Passenger Services Systems (PSS) through our deep industry and domain expertise. We embed with airline...
We understand that as a Manager, you face huge uncertainty in a software project. A software project easily blows up and losing the project scope in strong technical documentations is removing your ability to predict the next financial quarter. At...
VIRV is disrupting the current decarbonization strategy for ground support equipment through our Battery as a Service platform allowing us to streamline electrification by reducing capital costs and providing predictable operating expenses which...
The ZYTLYN AI Travel Demand Platform (Web, API and Plugin), uplifting revenues, profits, and marketing ROI.