Turn complexity into
control.
The software layer that makes AIRSIDE 4.0® operational, across every airside domain.
·From prediction to action.·
"The challenge is no longer collecting data. The challenge is connecting it to operational decisions."
Arnauld Guihard, Directeur Technique, Groupe ADP
No pitch deck. A 30-minute conversation about what Cortex would look like at your airport.
Shared only with the ADB SAFEGATE architecture team.
The ADB SAFEGATE team will be in touch within one business day to confirm your slot.
One software family. Airfield · Apron · Tower. 1 min 40 sec.
One Cortex.
One airside.
Five operational domains. - Airfield, Apron, Tower, Weather and Service. One airside.
Every Cortex application shares the same data model, user experience, security framework and AI foundation—creating a single operational platform across the entire airside.
When a customer using Cortex ALCMS pulls up Cortex Apron Manager, they are not switching products. They are switching intelligence.
AI:Airside IntelligenceFive layers.
One strategic vision.
Every airport needs more than software. Cortex is part of a complete architecture spanning strategy, intelligence, connectivity, hardware and operational services.
What airports running
on Cortex see.
Operational improvements achieved across the connected airside.
* Representative results from ADB SAFEGATE customer deployments. Actual outcomes vary by airport configuration and operational environment.
One platform.
Every airport priority.
Maintain regulatory compliance while improving operational visibility, auditability and risk management.
Keep runways, taxiways and stands available to maximise throughput without expanding infrastructure.
Enable better decisions through connected data, automation and AI—reducing delays, workload and operational cost.
Reduce energy consumption, emissions and maintenance waste while supporting measurable environmental targets.
One architecture.
From sensor to AI.
Connecting physical infrastructure to intelligent operations.
ADB SAFEGATE is uniquely positioned to build Cortex because we already own the infrastructure it connects. From airfield lighting and docking guidance to tower systems and connectivity, Cortex is built on decades of engineering, deployment and operational experience—not layered on top of someone else's technology.
Unlike software vendors that integrate third-party infrastructure, Cortex is built on systems ADB SAFEGATE has engineered, manufactured, deployed and maintained for decades.
Frequently asked
about Cortex.
Cortex connects virtually every major airside system into one intelligent platform. This includes airfield lighting control systems (ALCMS), intelligent lighting such as ADAL, docking guidance systems, apron management, surveillance sensors, weather systems, power infrastructure, maintenance platforms, IoT devices, operational databases and third-party airport systems. Cortex also integrates with existing Airport Operational Databases (AODB), A-CDM platforms and other enterprise applications, allowing airports to create a single source of operational truth without replacing existing investments.
Traditional airport software typically manages one operational function at a time. Cortex connects multiple operational domains, creating a unified view of the entire airside. Instead of operators switching between disconnected systems, Cortex combines live operational data, AI analytics and automation into one platform. This enables predictive maintenance, intelligent alerts, automated workflows and coordinated operational decisions. The result is faster responses, improved situational awareness and more efficient airport operations across departments.
No. Cortex is designed to integrate with existing airport infrastructure rather than replace it. Most airports already operate numerous specialised systems from different vendors. Cortex connects these systems through open integration, allowing data to flow between them while preserving previous investments. Airports can deploy Cortex gradually, adding new capabilities over time without disrupting daily operations. This approach reduces implementation risk while accelerating digital transformation.
Cortex supports a wide range of airport operational functions including airfield lighting management, adaptive lighting (ADAL), apron operations, stand management, docking guidance, surveillance, maintenance management, asset monitoring, weather information, power management, operational dashboards, AI-assisted decision support and performance reporting. Because Cortex is modular, airports can expand functionality as operational requirements evolve, creating a scalable platform for future digital airport operations.
AI within Cortex transforms operational data into actionable intelligence. The platform continuously analyses information from connected systems, sensors and historical operational data to identify patterns, detect anomalies and recommend actions before problems occur. AI can prioritise maintenance activities, predict equipment failures, optimise lighting usage, support operational decision-making and automate routine workflows. Rather than replacing operators, Cortex provides intelligent recommendations that help airport teams make faster, more informed decisions while maintaining full operational control.
Airports using Cortex have improved operational visibility, reduced manual processes, accelerated maintenance response times and increased asset availability. By connecting previously isolated systems, airports gain faster incident detection, more efficient maintenance planning, improved energy management and better operational coordination. Many organisations also reduce operational risk through predictive maintenance and AI-assisted decision support, enabling safer and more reliable airside operations while maximising the value of existing infrastructure.
Airside Intelligence is ADB SAFEGATE's AI framework that powers intelligent decision-making across the airside. It combines real-time operational data, connected infrastructure, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to help airports move from reactive operations to predictive and increasingly autonomous workflows. Within Cortex, Airside Intelligence continuously learns from operational data, providing recommendations, automation and insights that improve safety, efficiency, sustainability and operational resilience.
The recommended starting point is an architecture briefing — a 30-minute conversation with the ADB SAFEGATE engineering team about what Cortex would look like at your airport specifically. No pitch deck. The briefing maps your current infrastructure, identifies which Cortex products are most relevant, and shows what the architecture delivers in your operational context. Request a briefing using the form on this page.
The company behind
the entire airside.
ADB SAFEGATE powers the systems that keep airports moving—from airfield lighting and apron docking guidance to tower operations, weather intelligence and maintenance. Yet they have traditionally operated as disconnected systems, creating data silos across the airside.
Cortex is the software layer that connects it all.
Built on decades of operational experience. Designed for the next generation of airports.
into control.
The operational platform for the connected airside.
