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CAMIC signs 3-year training agreement with Entry Point North

Entry Point North, a leading global ATS academy, has entered into a 3-year agreement with CAMIC, the Civil Aviation Management Institute of China, to deliver Training Management Programmes during 2014-2016.

As part of the long-term collaboration in aviation related training between the two organisations, the customised Training Management Programme from Entry Point North is designed to develop competencies of ATM chief instructors and to give them an insight into European training standards and methods. The training, which encompasses the latest industry trends within aviation, is based on international aviation training expertise and recognised modern training philosophy. Each year a group of six key selected Chinese training professionals will attend the extensive tailor-made training program of three months length.

“The agreement on Training Management Programme endorses our long-term cooperation with CAMIC and expresses a strong recognition of our high quality training services. It is exceptionally rewarding for us to be an active part of the rapid development and growth of air traffic services in China – says Anne Kathrine Jensen, CEO of Entry Point North.

Signing of the agreement: Gao Hongjiang, Vice President, CAMIC and Flemming Eske Hansen, CFO and Strategy Director, Entry Point North

The first Programme will start in late 2014 and will be delivered in the academy’s modern training facilities in Malmoe and Budapest. Theoretical classroom training will be combined with practical exercises, CBT, Eurocontrol e-learning packages, study tours and visits to operational units.

Entry Point North opens a new ATS Academy in Ireland

On 2nd of January 2014 Entry Point North opened a new transnational academy in Ireland. The academy is a fully owned training subsidiary of Entry Point North. It will deliver all ATS training for the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) from its location in Ballycasey, Shannon, following a strategic agreement between the IAA and Entry Point North. As part of the agreement, the IAA has become a shareholder, thus securing a 25% ownership of Entry Point North on equal terms with Avinor, LFV and Naviair.

Entry Point North Ireland is staffed by experienced ATC personnel from both the IAA and Entry Point North and will deliver cost effective training programmes based on the proven Scandinavian training methodology and philosophy.

The establishment of Entry Point North Ireland provides mutual significant financial and cooperative benefits. While it lowers IAA capital investments through centralised and shared investment and development costs for training, it also affords Entry Point North a greater economy of scale together with in-depth knowledge of the COOPANS training and simulator system to benefit current and future partners.

 Entry Point North Ireland facilities

“The establishment of Entry Point North Ireland will besides valuable Irish know-how provide us with one more training delivery site in addition to Hungary and Sweden. It is a further step in our strategy of becoming a true international academy with global reach. This new academy will offer unparalleled quality, regulatory compliant and cost effective training services” – says Anne Kathrine Jensen, Managing Director of Entry Point North.

“This is a unique ground breaking business relationship aligned with Single European Sky objectives. By becoming part of Entry Point North family, IAA will take on harmonized and standardized training standards at the same time reducing cost and improving quality of the training” – says Eamonn Brennan, Chief Executive of IAA.


Background information:

About Entry Point North
Entry Point North is an award winning Air Traffic Services academy. Entry Point North, jointly owned by Avinor, LFV, Naviair and IAA, was the first ATS academy accredited under the European Commission’s directives towards the vision of the Single European Sky by 2020. In 2012 Entry Point North also became ICAO Trainair Plus member.
 
The academy is a total training solution provider, providing a wide range of services:
•              Training for air traffic controllers and air traffic services personnel;
•              Selection and recruitment according to EUROCONTROL FEAST testing and other testing tools;
•              Training of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel;
•              Certified Aviation English testing;
•              Various consultancy services for ANSPs.
 
Every year more than 500 aspiring and operational ATCOs from various countries are trained at the academy’s modern facilities in Malmoe, Sweden. Specialised courses within Human Factors and Safety areas are also offered to a diverse range of ATM personnel. These courses develop the individual’s non-technical skills such as decision-making and interpersonal communication. In addition, the academy provides a broad range of ATM related training and consultancy services. Our customers are both regional and international public and private ANSPs, airports, airlines as well as military clients. The Entry Point North academy has delivered its services throughout Europe, the Middle East and the Far East.
 
Entry Point North is a recognised international academy with more than 70 employees and consultants originating from over 18 countries. We have more than 180 state-of-the-art simulator positions and high resolution 3D image tower simulators: two 360° and eleven 180°. In addition, the academy has a CBT facility to assist and reinforce students’ learning throughout the courses.
 
For more information, please contact Business Development Manager Peter Kantner, on +46 734 054 357 or at pek@entrypointnorth.com

Avinor selects Entry Point North for Tower Control Continuation Training

During 2013-2014 all ATCOs working at 19 Avinor (Norwegian ANSP) Towers are receiving their continuation training on Entry Point North’s 360 degree state of the art simulators. The training is performed on replicas of the respective airport layouts including tower equipment and traffic complexity.  To ensure that the training is performed cost effectively and without operational disruptions, exercises and schedules have been carefully outlined in close cooperation with Avinor.

This is a fully customised training solution for Avinor.  All the airport layouts and exercises replicating local scenarios are produced by Entry Point North simulator systems experts. The design is based on large quantities of data, photographic images and information about the local traffic scenarios to be used in relevant exercises. After the airport layout and exercises are developed, they are reviewed and tested together with the operational ATCOs from the units.

The continuation training is very realistic. After just a few minutes in the simulator the controllers feel “like being at home” and are ready to start training for difficult operations, heavy traffic situations, new procedures - or whatever else is needed to train in this specific “Continuation Circle”.

This continuation training has already proved to be very successful. “Stavanger/Sola airport had to undergo major new construction during the summer resulting in closing part of one runway. So we used the simulation to prepare our ATCOs on new workflow, procedures and conflict points, which was a great help when the work actually started” – says Tor Fosse, the Head of Training at Stavanger/Sola.

Entry Point North has thirteen 3D tower simulators and offers its services to any ANSP requiring continuation training on a replica of a specific airport layout for refresher, conversion, emergency or any other type of training.


Background information:

About Entry Point North
 
Entry Point North is an award winning Air Traffic Services academy. Entry Point North, jointly owned by Avinor, LFV and Naviair, was the first ATS academy accredited under the European Commission’s directives towards the vision of the Single European Sky by 2020. In 2012 Entry Point North also became ICAO Trainair Plus member.
 
The academy is a total training solution provider, providing a wide range of services:
•              Training for air traffic controllers and air traffic services personnel;
•              Selection and recruitment according to EUROCONTROL FEAST testing and other testing tools;
•              Training of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel;
•              Certified Aviation English testing;
•              Various consultancy services for ANSPs.
 
Every year more than 400 aspiring and operational ATCOs from various countries are trained at the academy’s modern facilities in Malmoe, Sweden. Specialised courses within Human Factors and Safety areas are also offered to a diverse range of ATM personnel. These courses develop the individual’s non-technical skills such as decision-making and interpersonal communication. In addition, the academy provides a broad range of ATM related training and consultancy services. Our customers are both regional and international public and private ANSPs, airports, airlines as well as military clients. The Entry Point North academy has delivered its services throughout Europe, the Middle East and the Far East.
 
Entry Point North is a recognised international academy with more than 70 employees and consultants originating from over 18 countries. We have more than 180 state-of-the-art simulator positions and high resolution 3D image tower simulators: two 360° and eleven 180°. In addition, the academy has a CBT facility with 40 positions to assist and reinforce students’ learning throughout the courses.
 
For more information, please contact Business Development Manager Peter Kantner, on +46 734 054 357 or at pek@entrypointnorth.com .

Entry Point North trains Saudi Arabia’s future air traffic controllers

In November 30 students from Saudi Arabia started a two-year training programme for future air traffic controllers for General Authority of Civil Aviation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The agreement is entered between the Ministry of Higher Education and Entry Point North.



All the training is being held at Entry Point North’s modern training facilities in Sweden and is organised into two semesters of English language and Aviation English training followed by two semesters of Initial ATC training. The English training is provided by native English teachers. The initial ATC Training programme consists of full ICAO compliant courses comprising of both theoretical and intensive hands-on training using state-of-the-art simulators. The curriculum encompasses Aerodrome, Approach Procedural and Surveillance, Area control and other advanced aspects of Air Traffic Management. The students will also be visiting various operational sites in Scandinavia to deepen their understanding of actual daily ATC operations.

The courses, which are delivered in accordance with Entry Point North’s recognised modern training philosophy, are tailored to client requirements while retaining full compliance with ICAO standards. In addition to the training Entry Point North also assists with accommodation and daily support to the students throughout their stay in Sweden.

“We trust that this is just the beginning of a long term partnership between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Entry Point North and we highly appreciate being selected as a future training partner. This underlines the international recognition we have gained by the industry and with our knowledge and experience it enables us to provide an outstanding study experience to the Saudi Arabian students”, says Peter Kantner, Business Development Manager.

 

Background information:

About Entry Point North
 
Entry Point North is an award winning Air Traffic Services academy. Entry Point North, jointly owned by Avinor, LFV and Naviair, was the first ATS academy accredited under the European Commission’s directives towards the vision of the Single European Sky by 2020. In 2012 Entry Point North also became ICAO Trainair Plus member.
 
The academy is a total training solution provider, providing a wide range of services:
•              Training for air traffic controllers and air traffic services personnel;
•              Selection and recruitment according to EUROCONTROL FEAST testing and other testing tools;
•              Training of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel;
•              Certified Aviation English testing;
•              Various consultancy services for ANSPs.
 
Every year more than 400 aspiring and operational ATCOs from various countries are trained at the academy’s modern facilities in Malmoe, Sweden. Specialised courses within Human Factors and Safety areas are also offered to a diverse range of ATM personnel. These courses develop the individual’s non-technical skills such as decision-making and interpersonal communication. In addition, the academy provides a broad range of ATM related training and consultancy services. Our customers are both regional and international public and private ANSPs, airports, airlines as well as military clients. The Entry Point North academy has delivered its services throughout Europe, the Middle East and the Far East.
 
Entry Point North is a recognised international academy with more than 70 employees and consultants originating from over 18 countries. We have more than 180 state-of-the-art simulator positions and high resolution 3D image tower simulators: two 360° and eleven 180°. In addition, the academy has a CBT facility with 40 positions to assist and reinforce students’ learning throughout the courses.
 
For more information, please contact Business Development Manager Peter Kantner, on +46 734 054 357 or at pek@entrypointnorth.com

On-site Training using Mobile Simulation Trailer

Entry Point North, one of the largest Air Traffic Service (ATS) academies, is now offering on-site training using a specially equipped mobile simulation (MOS) trailer. During September and October up to 30 tower controllers from Aviation Capacity Resources AB (ACR) – a private air navigation service provider in Sweden - received emergency training provided in the mobile simulator that was transported and put into operation next to their tower units, Stockholm Västerås and Växjö.

“The mobile training solution obviously brings many advantages to our customers” – says Eva Håkansson, Client Manager at Entry Point North. “We can perform the training next to the workplace meaning that controllers do not need to travel, pay for hotel accommodation and be temporary relocated. This reduces the total training cost for the ANSP.  We can work together to plan the training so, that it does not affect the daily working routine at the unit”.

The MOS trailer can have a tower or a radar simulator, 2 controller positions and 2 pseudo pilot positions. It can be deployed easily and quickly almost anywhere as it only needs somewhere to park, access to power and an internet connection. The MOS trailer is ideal for small or moderate sized aerodromes for ATC training, refresher and emergency training. The exercises can be designed simulating the local airport/airspace set-up to ensure the training is performed with a high level of realism. This also enables training to be more effective by simulating local traffic scenarios and/or unusual events that may only happen sporadically.

Background information:

About Entry Point North

Entry Point North is an award winning Air Traffic Services academy. Entry Point North, jointly owned by Avinor, LFV and Naviair, was the first ATS academy accredited under the European Commission’s directives towards the vision of the Single European Sky by 2020.

The academy is a total training solution provider, providing a wide range of services:
•              Training for air traffic controllers and air traffic services personnel;
•              Selection and recruitment according to EUROCONTROL FEAST testing and other testing tools;
•              Training of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel;
•              Certified aviation English testing;
•              Various consultancy services for ANSPs.

Every year more than 400 aspiring and operational ATCOs from various countries are trained at the academy’s modern facilities in Malmoe, Sweden. Specialised courses within Human Factors and Safety areas are also offered to a diverse range of ATM personnel. These courses develop the individual’s non-technical skills such as decision-making and interpersonal communication. In addition, the academy provides a broad range of ATM related training and consultancy services. Our customers are both regional and international public and private ANSPs, airports, airlines as well as military clients. The Entry Point North academy has delivered its services throughout Europe, the Middle East and the Far East.
Entry Point North is a recognised international academy with more than 70 employees and consultants originating from over 12 countries. We have more than 180 state-of-the-art simulator positions and high resolution 3D image tower simulators: two 360° and eleven 180°. In addition, the academy has a CBT facility with 40 positions to assist and reinforce students’ learning throughout the courses. 

For more information, please contact Business Development Manager Peter Kantner, at +46 734 054 357 or at pek@entrypointnorth.com .

Joint partnership between Entry Point North and GroupEAD Europe S.L.

Entry Point North, one of the largest Air Traffic Service (ATS) academies, and GroupEAD Europe S.L., Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) service provider, have signed a long term partnership agreement for cooperation for national and international projects. The mutual cooperation will allow both parties to offer total training solutions to a variety of ANSPs and associated customers throughout the world.

The growing need for professional partners to deliver comprehensive training service packages within the air navigation service industry has brought Entry Point North and GroupEAD together as partners to address various customer projects. Entry Point North provides complete initial training for ATCOs, ATSEPs, ATS and AFIS personnel, including a wide range of development training courses, recruitment and selection and other services. GroupEAD offers AIS and AIM related training and services such as EAD Data Operations, Static Data, NOTAM, AIXM, AIP Production and more. The partnership means that Entry Point North and GroupEAD will be able to offer more services to its customers, either by partnering together or by offering each other’s training services.

“I am delighted to announce this partnership with GroupEAD which brings together two companies whose continued success hinges on the ability to innovate and rapidly respond to change and market demands. GroupEAD has an unparalleled reputation for providing AIS/AIM services and support. This partnership is an example of Entry Point North looking for inspiration and fresh perspectives on how we can achieve our strategic goals and fulfil the ambitions set out by the SES initiative” says Anne Kathrine Jensen, Managing Director of Entry Point North.

“Our new partnership with Entry Point North offers a well-rounded catalogue of training and experience in complementary fields of ATC and AIS, providing additional benefits in the transition from AIS to AIM to clients. Entry Point North has shown an outstanding level of professionalism in our previous cooperation activities. This partnership deepens and strengthens the already existing cooperation and enlarges our joint portfolio of services for the benefit of our customers. ” – says Michael Kraft, CEO GroupEAD Europe S.L.


Peter Kantner, Flemming Eske Hansen and Anne Kathrine Jensen, Entry Point North and Michael Kraft and Jeanette Schroder, GroupEAD Europe S.L.

“I am delighted to announce this partnership with GroupEAD which brings together two companies whose continued success hinges on the ability to innovate and rapidly respond to change and market demands. GroupEAD has an unparalleled reputation for providing AIS/AIM services and support. This partnership is an example of Entry Point North looking for inspiration and fresh perspectives on how we can achieve our strategic goals and fulfil the ambitions set out by the SES initiative” says Anne Kathrine Jensen, Managing Director of Entry Point North.

“Our new partnership with Entry Point North offers a well-rounded catalogue of training and experience in complementary fields of ATC and AIS, providing additional benefits in the transition from AIS to AIM to clients. Entry Point North has shown an outstanding level of professionalism in our previous cooperation activities. This partnership deepens and strengthens the already existing cooperation and enlarges our joint portfolio of services for the benefit of our customers.” – says Michael Kraft, CEO GroupEAD Europe S.L.

 

Background information:

About GroupEAD
GroupEAD is a provider of AIM and Aviation Data services, both worldwide and on behalf of EUROCONTROL for the EAD (European AIS Database). We offer a wide range of services in this context not only to Air Navigation Service Providers but also to Airports and related business companies. With a great record and experience GroupEAD is playing an active role in the current transformation process from AIS to AIM.

In working with GroupEAD, our clients have all benefits of contracting such a unique company:

• GroupEAD provides the services in such a way that transferring of knowledge is a key ingredient of the program, for faster integration into AIM.
• Our clients have all the benefits of GroupEAD’s service development and “lessons learned” during the process of establishment of the unique services provided by GroupEAD in its European operation.
• GroupEAD is a multicultural and customer oriented company. This makes it flexible, aware and able to satisfy the particular and cultural needs, and that will take the customer requirements and satisfaction as the goal of the services provision.
• Services provision and methods, practices and procedures are compliant to all related international regulations, ISO Standard requirements and SES common requirements. Our clients are assured of transparency, quality and efficiency in the services provision and final products offered by GroupEAD.
  

GroupEAD has proven itself as an excellent Training Services provider specialising in EAD training, AIS & AIM training and tailor made solutions. We offer training courses covering a wide range of services in the field of AIS (basic and advanced) to a complete AIM.

The GroupEAD operational staff comprises currently more than 40 highly skilled AIS experts recruited from more than 16 countries all over the world, coming from 18 different companies and with years of experience in different areas as national AIS providers, airlines, pilot experience and Military Services.

Our staff are fully qualified, trained and certified and makes GroupEAD to comprise all the knowledge needed to accompany the community on its way to AIM. Our operational experts represent the global approach and the international know-how of GroupEAD.

For more information, please contact Training Expert, Jeanette Schroder at +49 69 78072 893 or information at +49 69 78072 87.


About Entry Point North
Entry Point North is an award winning Air Traffic Services academy. Entry Point North, jointly owned by Avinor, LFV and Naviair, was the first ATS academy accredited under the European Commission’s directives towards the vision of the Single European Sky by 2020.
The academy is a total training solution provider, providing a wide range of services:

• Training for air traffic controllers and air traffic services personnel;
• Selection and recruitment according to EUROCONTROL FEAST testing and other testing tools;
• Training of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel;
• Certified aviation English testing;
• Various consultancy services for ANSPs.

Every year more than 400 aspiring and operational ATCOs from various countries are trained at the academy’s modern facilities in Malmoe, Sweden. Specialised courses within Human Factors and Safety areas are also offered to a diverse range of ATM personnel. These courses develop the individual’s non-technical skills such as decision-making and interpersonal communication. In addition, the academy provides a broad range of ATM related training and consultancy services. Our customers are both regional and international public and private ANSPs, airports, airlines as well as military clients. The Entry Point North academy has delivered its services throughout Europe, the Middle East and the Far East.
Entry Point North is a recognised international academy with more than 70 employees and consultants originating from over 12 countries. We have more than 180 state-of-the-art simulator positions and high resolution 3D image tower simulators: two 360° and eleven 180°. In addition, the academy has a CBT facility with 40 positions to assist and reinforce students’ learning throughout the courses.
For more information, please contact Business Development Manager Peter Kantner, at +46 734 054 357 or at pek@entrypointnorth.com.

• Training of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel;
• Certified aviation English testing;
• Various consultancy services for ANSPs.