Press release: Cebu Pacific chooses MP2 to support its growth
Vancouver, 19 June 2018. Cebu Pacific, the leading carrier in the Philippines, has signed an agreement with Industrial Optimizers to implement MP2 as its multifunctional network planning, scheduling and analysis tool.
Cebu Pacific will use MP2 as its core network planning, scheduling and analysis solution, including slot management, fleet assignment, and other planning support functionalities. MP2’s Clean Sheet Scheduler will let Cebu Pacific model different route network scenarios based on financial data, while MP2’s Sequential Timetable Server (SeTS), which includes change, version and message management will allow a seamless and efficient integration with Cebu Pacific’s existing reservation, and airline operations systems.
Pictured(left to right) at the IATA Slots Conference, Vancouver: James Gardner (Business Development Manager, Industrial Optimizers); Angela Lugtu (Manager, Network Management, Cebu Pacific); Dio Angelo Alojado (Director, Network Management, Cebu Pacific); Steve Cobb (Business Development Manager, Industrial Optimizers).
“It was imperative for Cebu Pacific to invest in technologies that can help optimize our fleet usage and network. We compared solutions available in the market today and chose Industrial Optimizers’ MP² system as best fit for our needs and requirements. The MP² solution will give us the tools to manage our network as we continue to grow our operations and will allow us to make decisions that will help maximize the profitability potential of our growing fleet,” said Dio Angelo Alojado, Director for Network Management of Cebu Pacific.
Industrial Optimizers’ Chief Executive Officer, Tore Jenner, said, “We are delighted that Cebu Pacific selected MP2. MP2 will give Cebu Pacific the tools to see how every aspect of their operation affects profitability and costs. We look forward to working with their team.”
About Cebu Pacific
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) is the largest carrier in the Philippine air transportation industry, offering its low-cost services to more destinations and routes with higher flight frequency within the Philippines than any other airline. Founded in 1996, Cebu Pacific has carried over 150 Million passengers since inception across 37 destinations within the Philippines and 26 international destinations across Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Guam. Cebu Pacific operates one of the youngest fleets in the world with an average age of below five years old for all its aircraft. Its 66-strong fleet is comprised of four Airbus A321ceo (Current Engine Option), 36 Airbus A320, eight Airbus A330, eight ATR 72-500, and ten ATR 72-600 aircraft. Between 2018 and 2022, CEB expects delivery of three more Airbus A321ceo, 32 Airbus A321neo, and six ATR 72-600 aircraft. For more information, visit www.cebupacificair.com.
About Industrial Optimizers
Industrial Optimizers, established in 1989, provides planning and optimization software solutions for the transportation sector. Its MP2 system has more than 300 users worldwide. Industrial Optimizers’ products bridge the gap between operational and financial planning, giving clients the tools for informed decision making.
For more information, please contact:
Industrial Optimizers:
James Gardner
Business Development Manager
Office: +46 (0)8 440 79 35
Mobile: +46 (0)70 924 26 41
james.gardner@industrialoptimizers.com
Cebu Pacific:
Charo Logarta Lagamon
Director – Corporate Communications
+63 28027000 ext 6172
Charo.lagamon@cebupacificair.com