NABLA Mobility and Star Flyer Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Conduct Proof of Concept for Flight Schedule Disruption Management
Enhancing on-time performance and customer value through predictive insights before departure
NABLA Mobility Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku Tokyo; CEO: Shinji Tanaka; hereinafter “NABLA Mobility” or “Company”) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Star Flyer Inc. (Headquarters: Kitakyusyu, Fukuoka; President, Representative Director and CEO: Osamu Machida; hereinafter “Star Flyer”) to conduct a Proof of Concept (PoC) aimed at optimizing flight schedule disruption management.
This PoC will validate the effectiveness of NABLA Mobility’s “Flight Schedule Disruption Optimization Solution” currently under development. Through collaboration between the two companies, the initiative aims to accelerate the practical implementation of advanced digital transformation (DX) solution in a rapid and effective manner. By undertaking this activity, both companies seek to enhance operational quality, including on-time performance, and further increase customer value.
Left: Hiroshi Goto, Senior Vice President, Innovation Promotion Division, Star Flyer
Right: Shinji Tanaka, Founder & CEO, NABLA Mobility
【Background: Increasing Complexity of Decision-Making Due to Climate Change and Airport Congestion】
Unstable weather caused by climate change and growing air travel demand are increasingly impacting airline operations. Even experienced personnel face greater challenges when making decisions under irregular conditions such as delays, due to the inherent complexity. This has created a need for new approaches to support operational decision-making on the ground.
【Purpose and Expected Benefits of the PoC】
In this PoC, we will provide flight schedule management personnel with quantitative delay forecasts—such as which flights are likely to be delayed and by how much—starting from the pre-departure stage. The system will support early preparation and execution of necessary measures, such as aircraft or crew reallocation. Through this approach, the following benefits are expected:
Improved on-time performance
Minimization of flight cancellations
Enhanced customer value as a result of the above
“We are very proud to be collaborating with NABLA Mobility, a pioneering and innovative company. Through this initiative, we aim to further enhance operational quality by leveraging the technical expertise and knowledge of both companies, while building a safer and more efficient operational system. We believe this endeavor represents not only an important step for Star Flyer, but also a significant milestone in promoting digital transformation (DX) across the aviation industry, with the potential to deliver new value to the sector as a whole. We invite everyone to follow the progress of this initiative with interest.”
Hiroshi Goto
Senior Vice President, Innovation Promotion Division, Star Flyer
“We are honored to collaborate with Star Flyer, a company committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience while taking on innovative initiatives. By combining the technical capabilities and expertise of both companies, we believe this initiative will take flight schedule management to the next level. Furthermore, the results obtained through this PoC are expected to go beyond the scope of a single company, contributing to improved reliability and efficiency across the entire aviation industry.”
Shinji Tanaka
Founder & CEO, NABLA Mobility
About NABLA Mobility
In 2024, the company raised approximately 400 million yen in a Series A funding round and is currently actively expanding its team while promoting the development of new products. NABLA Mobility is seeking team members who share its mission and are eager to contribute to improving efficiency and advancing decarbonization in the aviation industry. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact the company directly or apply via the recruitment page.
About Star Flyer
Star Flyer, based at Kitakyushu Airport in Fukuoka Prefecture, is an airline established in 2002 with the concept of “providing a new air transport service not offered by existing airlines.” Operations commenced in March 2006. Valuing customer satisfaction and a sophisticated brand image, Star Flyer continues to offer high-quality services at reasonable prices, maintaining its unique identity in the airline industry. Currently, the airline operates six domestic routes connecting Haneda (Tokyo), Kansai (Osaka), Chubu (Nagoya), Fukuoka, Kitakyushu, Yamaguchi Ube, and Sendai, using Airbus A320 aircraft.
For this PoC, Star Flyer will participate as the first trial partner for NABLA Mobility’s latest product.
＜Press Contact＞
NABLA Mobility Inc.
Public Relations email：press@nabla-mobility.com
Star Flyer Inc.
Public Relations email：press@starfyer.jp
