On Friday 27 September 2024, Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) hosted a highly successful workshop focusing on System Wide Information Management (SWIM). The workshop has been organized in coordination with and delivered by SESAR Deployment Manager (SDM), EUROCONTROL and European Defense Agency (EDA). The event brought together a diverse range of participants and stakeholders from across the aviation sector, fostering meaningful discussions and knowledge sharing. System-Wide Information Management (SWIM) has a profound impact,  playing a pivotal role in the SESAR (Single European Sky ATM Research) program, which is Europe’s flagship initiative to modernize air traffic management (ATM).

SWIM enables seamless information access and interchange between all providers and users of ATM information and services. It takes information management business practices from the ICT sector, such as Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and the use of open standards and web technologies, and applies them to ATM.

The workshop was organized with the objective of enhancing Coordination and Collaboration among all relative stakeholders in Greece, sharing the most updated information, and discussing the challenges and opportunities in the implementation of SWIM.

The event saw participation from a broad spectrum of Aviation professionals, experts and Stakeholders, including:

• Department of Civil AVIATION of Cyprus (DCAC)- NSA
• The Hellenic Aviation Service Provider (HASP)
• Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS)
• Hellenic National Defence General Staff
• Hellenic Air Force Academy
• Hellenic Air Force
• Athens International Airport (AIA)
• Fraport-Greece
• Thales Hellas

Key Discussions and Outcomes

The workshop featured a range of presentations, interactive sessions, and discussions that delved into various aspects of SWIM, including:

• Regulatory Framework. The applicable Regulatory Framework was presented and analyzed with a special focus on the requirements and the forthcoming deadlines including: CP1 Regulation – ICAO – SESAR.
• Data Standardization and Interoperability: Participants explored how SWIM ensures seamless data exchange between different systems, promoting interoperability and reducing fragmentation in air traffic management systems.
• Security and Data Privacy: Given the sensitive nature of aviation data, robust measures for cybersecurity and data protection were key topics of discussion.
• Implementation Challenges and Best Practices: Lessons learned and strategies for overcoming common obstacles.
• Future of SWIM

Collaborative Spirit and Networking

One of the most significant achievements of the workshop was the level of collaboration and engagement among participants. Interactive breakout sessions allowed stakeholders to network and exchange ideas, fostering an environment of shared knowledge and cooperation.

Feedback and Future Initiatives

Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive.

Looking Ahead

HCAA is dedicated to supporting implementation of SWIM, in alignment with applicable regulatory framework, through dialogue and collaboration with stakeholders at national level. The success of the workshop represents a significant milestone in this ongoing journey, and HCAA looks forward to continuing the advancement of SWIM initiative.

Conclusion

Workshop on System Wide Information Management (SWIM) at HCAA was a resounding success. As we move forward, insights gained from this event will undoubtedly play a key role in shaping next steps for SWIM implementation and integration across aviation sector in Greece.

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the SESAR Deployment Manager, Eurocontrol, and European Defence Agency, whose support made this event possible.