SITA (Société Internationale de Télécommunications Aéronautiques) is a leading global IT and telecommunications provider dedicated exclusively to the air transport industry. Founded in 1949 by 11 airlines, including European carriers and Trans World Airlines (TWA), SITA was established as a cooperative to facilitate communications between airports and airlines. It has since evolved into a society owned by over 400 members, including airlines, airports, and other stakeholders, operating in more than 200 countries and territories with around 4,500 employees worldwide[2][4]. SITA specializes in delivering integrated IT and communication solutions that cover a wide range of aviation needs such as aircraft operations, airport and passenger processing, baggage and cargo handling, flight operations, and border management. Its global network connects over 18,000 aircraft and supports more than 1,000 airports and 2,500 customers, including governments, aerospace companies, and freight organizations[1][2][7]. The company’s services enable safer, more efficient, and seamless travel by enhancing communication, operational efficiency, and security across the aviation ecosystem. Key achievements include building the world’s largest data network for aviation, contributing to the early development of the internet, and pioneering innovations that simplify and secure travel worldwide. In recent years, SITA has expanded its capabilities through acquisitions such as Materna IPS and ASISTIM, enhancing passenger processing and airline operations control. It also launched SmartSea to extend its travel technology expertise to cruise and rail industries[6]. SITA is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, aligning its operations with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to reduce carbon emissions. It supports the industry’s net-zero goals by providing technology that improves fuel efficiency, reduces emissions, and optimizes operations. More than 40 airlines using SITA’s solutions have collectively saved an estimated 308,000 tons of CO₂ in 2024 alone[1][6][8]. Today, SITA remains a critical e