Madrid, Spain – April 2025 – Watad Group proudly represented the State of Qatar as the only Qatari company participating in this year’s Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE) 2025, held at IFEMA Madrid. With a bold vision for the future of smart aviation and infrastructure, Watad showcased a comprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge smart technologies, positioning the company at the forefront of digital transformation in the region.
As the primary IT Managed Services provider for Hamad International Airport and the exclusive distributor of Rapiscan Screening Solutions in Qatar, Watad Group unveiled several groundbreaking innovations, including:
IoT-based Fleet Management Systems – Designed to optimize operations, track vehicle performance, and reduce downtime through real-time data analytics.
Smart Biometric Access Control & Smart SMS (Secure Monitoring Systems) – Enhancing security while streamlining passenger flow and staff access.
AI-powered Data Governance Platforms – Transforming raw data into actionable intelligence for decision-making and risk mitigation.
Next-Gen Threat Intelligence & Cybersecurity– Developed in collaboration with global partners to provide real-time defense mechanisms and predictive security insights.
Smart Building Management Systems (BMS) – Integrated with AI to convert infrastructure data into intelligent insights, improving facility efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
A major highlight of Watad’s showcase was the launch of its proprietary Carbon Emission Management Software — a cutting-edge platform that monitors, analyzes, and reports carbon footprints in real time. This innovation reinforces Qatar’s commitment to environmental responsibility and aligns with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030, paving the way toward a greener and more sustainable future.
The Watad Group’s booth was honored by visits from dignitaries, aviation stakeholders, and senior representatives from Qatar’s airport authorities — including His Excellency the Ambassador of the State of Qatar in Spain Mr. Salem Mubark Al Shafi, H.E. Sheik Abdulrahman bin Saud bin Fahad Al Thani , Engineer Mr. Badr Al Meer, Group CEO of MATAR and Qatar Airways, all of whom engaged with the technologies on display and expressed strong interest in fostering collaborative innovation.
This moment marks a major milestone for Qatar, said Ms. Fatima Al Darwish, CEO of Watad Group. “To be the very first Qatari company showcasing end-to-end smart airport and infrastructure technologies on a global stage reflects not only our capabilities, but our ambition to lead in sustainable, secure, and intelligent aviation solutions”
As aviation sectors across the globe accelerate into the future, Watad Group stands ready to deliver future-proof systems built on innovation, trust, and operational excellence.