Cathay Technologies Launches to Revolutionise Aviation Digital Solutions in Strategic HKSTP Partnership
(IN SHORT) Cathay Technologies has been established as a new subsidiary by Cathay to bring its digital solutions to a wider aviation market. Announced on April 8, 2025, the new venture leverages Cathay’s extensive aviation experience to deliver innovative products that enhance pilot experience, safety, and operational efficiency. Its flagship product, the Electronic Flight Folder (EFF), developed in-house and in use across Cathay’s airlines, revolutionizes how flight information is accessed and managed, leading to faster turnaround times and cost savings. In addition, Cathay Technologies has forged a strategic partnership with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park through the Co-Acceleration Programme Fund to support and scale local startups, reinforcing its commitment to driving innovation within the Greater Bay Area. This launch signals Cathay’s robust move towards becoming a digital leader in aviation while supporting Hong Kong’s broader economic and technological growth.
(PRESS RELEASE) HONG KONG, 2025-Apr-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Technologies has been launched as a new subsidiary to drive Cathay’s innovative digital solutions into the broader aviation market. Announced on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the initiative marks a significant step in Cathay’s digital leadership journey, building on almost 80 years of aviation expertise to enhance user experiences, operational safety, and sustainability. As part of the Cathay Group, Cathay Technologies will commercialise cutting-edge digital products developed in-house, ensuring they benefit the entire aviation sector.
A key highlight is the Electronic Flight Folder (EFF), Cathay Technologies’ flagship product. Originally developed in 2019, the EFF has transformed how pilots access and manage flight information, streamlining turnaround times and reducing costs through workflow optimisation. Already in use by pilots across Cathay’s airlines—including Cathay Pacific, Cathay Cargo, HK Express, and Air Hong Kong—the EFF is now poised to be offered to the wider aviation industry.
Further reinforcing its commitment to technological innovation, Cathay Technologies has entered into a strategic partnership with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park (HKSTP) through its Co-Acceleration Programme Fund. This collaboration, announced at a ceremony on April 7, 2025, positions Cathay Technologies as one of four key investors and enterprise partners of the fund. In doing so, the company underscores its dedication to fostering startups and advancing Hong Kong’s digital ecosystem, particularly within the Greater Bay Area. Cathay General Manager Digital Ventures and Cathay Technologies CEO Navin Chellaram emphasized the importance of nurturing tech talent and collaborating with local startups to strengthen regional economic growth and technological innovation.
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SOURCE: Cathay Pacific Airways
