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John F. Kennedy International Airport enhances Airport Operations System, expanding partnership with Copenhagen Optimization and Azinq

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· Updated: August 29, 2025
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Copenhagen Optimization, a world leader in airport operations optimisation, has expanded its partnership with JFKIAT, the operator of JFK T4, with a deal to improve operational functionalities at JFK International Airport’s largest terminal.

Copenhagen, Denmark JFKIAT first began working with Copenhagen Optimization in 2018 when it introduced Better Check-in, Better Forecast and Better Security. It implemented Better Baggage and Better Virtual Queueing in 2022 and Better Border in 2023. JFKIAT will now be adopting additional airport operating modules that will assist with real-time operations as their new AOS. This holistic solution will see Copenhagen Optimization combine resource management software (RMS) with an airport operating database (AODB), provided in partnership with UK company Azinq. Azinq specializes in delivering a best-of-breed AODB with their cloud-based, modular SaaS “Airport Hive“.

By broadening the partnership, JFKIAT will also introduce Copenhagen Optimization’s Better Stand & Gate solution to T4, which will help the terminal with one of the most complex areas of airport management, including automated allocation and planning of mobile and fixed resources, seasonal and capacity planning, and detailed rule set up accounting for airline preferences and other interests.

The expanded partnership with Copenhagen Optimization is one of JFKIAT’s latest moves to implement innovative technologies as JFK T4 undergoes a $1.5B redevelopment. From self-service technology and digital signage to optimized passenger flow solutions, T4’s digital transformation is changing the game for airport terminal operations, enhancing the passenger experience and preparing T4 for the future.

 



About Azinq:

Azinq’s “Airport Hive” is a cloud-based, modular SaaS suite of airport operational products designed to replace traditional Airport Operational Databases (AODB). Airport Hive modules offer rich functionality for managing flight schedules, operational flight information, fixed resources, reference data, reporting and aeronautical billing. Airport Hive is built using event driven microservices architecture. Therefore, all data is available through real-time data streaming and REST APIs, enabling systems to connect and easily share data effortlessly.

For more information please visit: www.azinq.com

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A global software-as-a-service platform with a passion for making airport operations simple and efficient. The software solution Better Airport® is a cloud-based solution that uses data and a combination of AI and advanced mathematical algorithms to bring clarity and confidence to plans, data, and complex decision-making, empowering airports to better predict, operate, and optimize. Better Airport is currently deployed and live in operations in more than 40 medium and large airports globally, spanning across USA, Canada, Europe, Asia, and now also Australia.