Nav Canada manages over 18 million square kilometers of airspace, including the North Atlantic region, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of air traffic. Nav Canada is internationally recognised for its safety record and technology innovation. With a focus on operational improvements, Nav Canada is implementing advanced technologies to modernise air traffic management and streamline operations.

Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), one of Canada’s busiest airports, handles over 20 million passengers annually and serves as a vital hub for domestic and international flights. Montreal Airport is positioning itself as a leader in sustainable aviation through initiatives such as electric ground vehicles, energy-efficient infrastructure, and digital modernisation. The airport has also implemented innovative technologies to enhance safety, efficiency, and the overall passenger experience.

Nav Canada's strategic direction includes the implementation of Trajectory-Based Operations (TBO), a transformative initiative that represents a fundamental shift from traditional air traffic services to a system that considers the entire flight trajectory from takeoff to landing. This approach minimises interventions, allowing aircraft to follow optimised routes, reducing fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. 

In alignment with TBO principles, Nav Canada has deployed the Arrival Manager (AMAN) system, which supports extended planning for incoming flights, enabling better traffic synchronisation and reduced delays at critical hubs. The AMAN system is fully operational and integrated into Nav Canada’s workflow, improving arrival coordination and optimising airspace usage. As a next step, Nav Canada is preparing to implement a Departure Manager (DMAN) system. Together, the AMAN and DMAN will form a comprehensive framework for Synchronised traffic operations, reducing congestion and improving the predictability of both arrivals and departures. These systems map directly to Frequentis' vision, enhancing overall traffic flow efficiency and aligning with Nav Canada's TBO strategy.

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Nav Canada and Montreal Airport are long-term partners of Frequentis in the field of voice communication systems. Montreal Airport has already implemented the innovative, service-oriented Frequentis X10 Voice Communication System (VCS) in its operational environment, setting a benchmark for modernisation and efficiency in communication infrastructure. Nav Canada, which has relied on Frequentis voice communication systems for many years, is also now migrating to the X10 VCS to modernise its communication capabilities. The X10 system is being deployed in key facilities, including the approach tower and the area control center, ensuring robust and reliable communication for air traffic controllers.

This migration enables the future integration of voice communication with automation systems, ensuring streamlined operations and improved coordination between controllers and pilots. The X10 system also supports future scalability, aligning with Nav Canada’s long-term goals for digital transformation in air traffic management.

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Through their shared commitment to innovation, Nav Canada and Montreal Airport continue to lead in air traffic management, enhancing safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Together, they exemplify the transformative potential of advanced technologies in modernising airspace operations and delivering a future-ready aviation ecosystem.