Panasonic Avionics opens new software design and development facility in India
Summary
In-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) company Panasonic Avionics has opened a new software design and development facility in Pune, India. The new facility will be accelerating Panasonic Avionics’ software development capabilities and helping improve the time to market of robust, next generation IFEC and digital solutions. “With its huge number of skilled engineers, and fast-growing aviation sector, India is a natural location for us to invest in for the future of our business, and we look forward to accelerating our software innovation and design capabilities from our new Pune facility.” In the facility’s laboratories, a range of software will be developed, tested and sustained to deliver passenger experiences for narrowbody and widebody aircraft, including the X Series in-flight entertainment system and digital solutions including airline interactives which enables airlines to create unique seatback passenger experiences, IFEC development support via software development kits and mobile companion apps. Satyen Yadav, Chief Technology Officer of Panasonic Avionics Corporation, said: “Today marks a significant milestone as we embark on a journey to accelerate the delivery of personalized digital experiences for airline passengers. “Panasonic Avionics’ facility in Pune is the latest in our series of investments in India and we are looking to cater to multiple markets and airlines with innovative solutions for in-flight engagement and communication (IFEC).”