Airport Research Centre GmbH

About Us

LEADING AIRPORT SOFTWARE

With the CAST Airport Software and Solutions, ARC offers world-leading products that facilitate the optimization of investments and the reduction of operational costs on an operational, tactical and strategic level.

PLANNING SOFTWARE
CAST Terminal Airport Simulation Software
CAST Aircraft and Airspace Airport Simulation Software
CAST Ground Handling Airport Simulation Software
CAST Stand and Gate Allocation Software
CAST Schedule Generation and Forecasting Software

OPERATIONAL SOFTWARE
CAST Real-Time Passenger Flow Prediciton
CAST Securty Management Solution
CAST Analysis and AODB Dashboards

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CONSULTANCY
ARC is a global provider of professional airport and aviation consultancy, featuring planning and decision support services.

Clients & Customers

ARC’s worldwide clients include airport owners, airport operators, airlines, ground handling companies, ANS provider, logistic companies, authorities, universities and other organisations, as well as engineering, planning and consulting companies.

Scope of Services
- Capacity assessment & optimization
- Master planning & design
- Airport simulation services
- Market analysis & forecast

Considering the highest quality requirements for efficiency, passenger experience, sustainability and the environment, the scope of services ranges from airport capacity assessment & optimization, airport master planning, airport simulation services, aviation market analysis & forecasting to expert consulting in operations and technical studies.

Our values

At ARC, our values form the foundation of how we work—with our clients, our partners, and each other.

Excellence and Reliability
We are committed to delivering the highest quality in every project. Our solutions and services are grounded in deep domain knowledge, technical precision, and a clear focus on practical outcomes. We strive to be a reliable partner, trusted for our expertise and consistency.

Innovation with Purpose
We believe in the power of innovation to drive real-world improvement. From predictive simulation to AI-based analytics, our technologies are designed not for their own sake, but to solve specific challenges in airport operations and planning—today and in the future.

Customer-Centric Collaboration
We view every project as a partnership. Close cooperation, openness to feedback, and long-term relationships based on trust and respect are essential to our way of working. We listen carefully and act with transparency and accountability

Sustainability and Responsibilty
As global infrastructure faces increasing environmental and social challenges, we take responsibility to contribute to more efficient, resource-saving, and sustainable airport systems. This includes optimizing CO₂ footprints, improving passenger experience, and supporting future-ready mobility.

Diversity and Team Spirit
Our interdisciplinary and international team thrives on diverse perspectives. We foster a culture of mutual respect, continuous learning, and shared success—because strong teams build better solutions.