Innovation partners
We partner with technology providers and industry leaders to build solutions that move the industry forward.
We believe in partnerships that shape what the industry adopts. Our network spans the full aviation ecosystem from technology, reservations systems and offer-order platforms to travel companies, consultancies, and airlines. Together, we build solutions that neither of us could deliver alone.
Integrations
AENA UCA7
Ink runs reliably in many AENA UCA7 airports including Palma de Mallorca (PMI) and, our home airport, Alicante (ALC) ♥️
Altéa Customer Management
Connect any product from the Ink Ecosystem, including Ink Mobile and QuickTag, to Altea. Bidirectional IATCI transactions also supported.
Amadeus ACUS
Immediately get Ink DCS or Ink DRS (for backup) in any ACUS airport. The permanent link between Amadeus and Ink means it just needs to be enabled for your airline.
Amadeus Altea (IATCI)
Interline with select airlines hosted in Altea (e.g. Air Europa, Finnair, SAS)
Android Pay
Accept Google Pay in Ink Self-Service units and Ink Mobile Agent
Apple Pay
Accept Apple Pay in our self-service units and Ink Mobile Agent
Argentina APIS
Direct submission of Advance Passenger Information to Argentina
ARINC BagLink
Send baggage messages such as BSM (Baggage Source Messages) directly into ARINC/Collins BagLink onsite servers.
Altéa Customer Management
Connect any product from the Ink Ecosystem, including Ink Mobile and QuickTag, to Altea. Bidirectional IATCI transactions also supported.
Amadeus Altea (IATCI)
Interline with select airlines hosted in Altea (e.g. Air Europa, Finnair, SAS)
Avantik
Web Service integration with Bravo Avantik PSS. Immediately synchronise passenger statuses.
EasyJet ERES
Simplify the handling of easyJet. Ink connects natively to eRES to enable Ink Mobile Agent, CUSS Kiosk Check-in and Bag Drop.
Emirates MACS
Interline Through Check-in (IATCI) with Emirates DCS
GO7
Connects natively to GO7 (formerly AeroCRS and WorldTicket) for fully synchronised passenger handling.
Jet2 LS1
Messaging interface directly to Jet2’s in-house host. Passenger records are fully synchronised.
KIU Systems
Kiu DCS certified to run on Ink CUPPS
Android Pay
Accept Google Pay in Ink Self-Service units and Ink Mobile Agent
Apple Pay
Accept Apple Pay in our self-service units and Ink Mobile Agent
Contactless NFC
Pay with contactless credit cards in Ink Mobile Agent and in Ink Self-Service
EMV Chip and PIN
Accept Chip and PIN payments in Ink self-service units
ARINC BagLink
Send baggage messages such as BSM (Baggage Source Messages) directly into ARINC/Collins BagLink onsite servers.
IATCI
Host-to-Host Protocol / MATIP used for Interline Through Check-in
IBM MQ
Proprietary middleware that connects to IBM message queues
SITA BagMessage
Send baggage messages such as BSM (Baggage Source Messages) into the Sortation Systems any airport via SITABagMessage.
SMS Gateway
Send messages to the mobile phones of passengers and application users
Star Alliance IATCI
IATCI with Star Alliance airlines using Altéa (e.g. SAS, DAT, Air Greenland)
Unisys
Deliver baggage messages directly into the Unisys BRS without Type A or Type B
Check passengers in and send service messages via the popular mobile service.
Argentina APIS
Direct submission of Advance Passenger Information to Argentina
Australia APP
APIS for inbound and outbound flights submitted to Australia
Brazil APIS
Direct submission of Advance Passenger Information to Brazil
Bulgaria APIS
Direct submission of Advance Passenger Information to Bulgaria
Canada APIS
Direct submission of Advance Passenger Information to Canada
Chile APIS
Direct submission of Advance Passenger Information to Chile
Colombia APIS
Direct submission of Advance Passenger Information to Colombia
Croatia APIS
Direct submission of Advance Passenger Information to Croatia
AENA UCA7
Ink runs reliably in many AENA UCA7 airports including Palma de Mallorca (PMI) and, our home airport, Alicante (ALC) ♥️
Amadeus ACUS
Immediately get Ink DCS or Ink DRS (for backup) in any ACUS airport. The permanent link between Amadeus and Ink means it just needs to be enabled for your airline.
ARINC CUSS
The Ink Kiosk Check-in application is certified on ARINC CUSS SelfServ kiosks. Maximise the use of existing airport infrastructure.
ARINC MUSE
Ink DCS (Departure Control System) is certified to run on iMUSE, vMUSE, cMUSE common use platform.
Materna CUPPS
Ink DCS is certified to run on Materna CUPPS desktops.
Materna CUSS
The Ink Kiosk Check-in application is certified to run on Materna CUSS Kiosks. Maximise the use of existing airport infrastructure.
RESA CREWS
Ink is certified on RESA CREWS and RESA CREWS CUPPS
SITA CUTE
Ink Departure Control System is certified to run on SITA CUTE
ARINC SelfDrop
Ink DCS integrates seamlessly with ARINC SelfDrop Bag Drop Units. Maximise the use of existing airport infrastructure.
Avery Weigh-Tronix
Read weights from Avery scales into bag drop units and mobile devices.
Biometrics
Enrolment and recognition of different types of biometrics in self-service systems.
Embross
The Ink Kiosk Check-in application runs on the Embross CUSS kiosks. Maximise the use of existing airport infrastructure.
KABA
Control KABA automated gates, in combination with Facial Biometrics.
Materna Bag Drop
Works seamlessly with Materna Bag Drop. Maximise the use of existing airport infrastructure.
RFID Tags
Encode data into RFID baggage tags to work with compatible Sortation Systems.
Siemens Controllers
Send signals into SIMATIC controllers from Ink Bag Drop Units and other devices
More than integrations
We recognise Ink as a partner with a clear development vision and strong potential to enhance operational efficiency. Their approach to automation and process optimisation represents an important step forward for the future of digital support in aviation.
Ink is a key partner to Riyadh Air as it continues to foster innovation at every step of the journey. As a like-minded tech innovator, it is an ideal collaborator as we aim to provide an outstanding digital experience.
Our partnership with Ink is an exciting milestone in bringing modern, connected travel experiences to Suriname. By introducing Ink solutions at both airports and in the hospitality sector, we’re creating a journey that sets new service benchmarks in the region.
Our vision is to connect all touchpoints in the customer journey...Having Ink as a provider of both DCS and web check-in allows Marabu to centralise data within a single system.
Turkish Technology and Ink are proving that modular retailing isn't just a theory. Working with Ink has allowed us to validate our in-house Offer-Order platform in a real operational context.
Our strategic partnership with Ink reinforces our commitment to a modern, legacy-free future in Airline Retailing. By combining Datalex’s expertise in Offer-Order Management with Ink’s service delivery capabilities, we’re empowering airlines with a modular, effective solution that enhances the passenger experience while driving revenue growth.
Ink brings relevant experience in airline digital commerce and passenger-facing solutions. Our collaboration has focused on integrating complementary capabilities within airline digital ecosystems. We recognise Ink’s professional approach and understanding of airline operational contexts.
It’s always inspiring to work with partners who share a clear vision. That’s exactly what we’ve found in our collaboration with Ink.
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