JAL Honored as “DX Stocks 2024” for Advancements in Aircraft Maintenance and Air Mobility

(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines (JAL) has been honored with the “DX Stocks 2024” recognition for the second consecutive year by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and the Information-technology Promotion Agency, Japan. This prestigious accolade acknowledges JAL’s commitment to digital transformation in both deepening existing business models, particularly in aircraft maintenance through predictive technologies, and creating new business models like the advancement of air mobility with drones and eVTOLs. JAL’s efforts align closely with its management vision, focusing on enhancing corporate value and addressing societal needs through innovative DX strategies.

(PRESS RELEASE) Tokyo, Japan, 2024-Jun-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) proudly announces its selection as a “DX Stocks 2024” by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and the Information-technology Promotion Agency, Japan. This prestigious recognition reflects JAL’s steadfast commitment to advancing its business model in the maintenance sector and pioneering innovative approaches, garnering high acclaim from industry stakeholders. Notably, this marks the second consecutive year that JAL has received this esteemed accolade.

Evaluation Comments

The evaluation panel commended JAL’s strategic alignment of its DX (Digital Transformation) initiatives with its overarching management vision. The company’s endeavors in “Deepening Existing Business Models” and “Creating New Business Models” were lauded for their synergy with JAL’s core business principles and their positive impact on corporate value.

Initiatives Leading to the Selection

1. Deepening Existing Business Models: Aircraft Maintenance Digital Transformation JAL Engineering Co., Ltd., responsible for aircraft maintenance within the JAL Group, is spearheading efforts towards the Zero-Zero-100 philosophy, aiming to preemptively address aircraft failures. Collaborating with industry-leading partners possessing advanced digital technologies, JAL Engineering has undertaken three pivotal initiatives:
   • Development of aircraft failure prediction algorithms through hypothesis-driven and data-driven analysis technologies, leveraging maintenance expertise and AI.
   • Creation of diagnostic support tools utilizing medical AI technology for inspecting aircraft engine images.
   • Optimization of line maintenance plans using quantum computing technology.
2. Creating New Business Models: Air Mobility Business Leveraging its expertise in flight safety and advanced technology, JAL is pioneering the next-generation air mobility business involving drones and eVTOLs (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing aircraft). Collaborating with partners and aligning with government policies, JAL aims to establish an “Air Mobility Operation Platform (AMOP)” as a crucial social infrastructure for managing flight safety. Key developments include:
   • Formation of a capital and business partnership with KDDI SmartDrone Co., Ltd., and establishment of a drone operation company in Setouchi Town, Amami Prefecture.
   • Plans to operate a drone at EXPO 2025 OSAKA, KANSAI, with future aspirations for route network expansion to realize “Mobility as a Service (MaaS) in the sky.”

JAL remains committed to leveraging digital technology to enhance transportation safety, elevate customer experiences, and tackle societal challenges, exemplifying its dedication to DX-driven progress.

Media Contact: 

mediarelations.hdq@jal.com

Source: Japan Airlines

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