Yup sky if we can compete against them why not - I hope it's still us but my bolds may indicate different animal.

Underlined indicate still us.

Also looks like they've incorporated the RFID chips - italisized.

We did state the rfid as an option at one time - but the 'in real time implies 802 like in blueBob/ims.

Mezzo, Portable IFE Specialist announced today that they would be launching a unique Portable IFE System at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg between April 1st and 3rd 2008.

Mezzo, the Portable IFE Specialist backed by Rolls-Royce Plc now offers airlines a Portable IFE System with an unparalleled level of support, flexibility, reliability and customer service.

“We have done substantial development work on the new Portable IFE System over the last year with our current clients,” comments Mezzo CEO Dave Sampson, “The essence of our Portable IFE System is reliability and flexibility. We are offering a range of new services within the system which represents a significant step forward for our Portable IFE offering in the areas of hardware, content, financing, servicing and integration. We offer airlines a wide choice of handsets to choose from and a new bespoke Asset Tracking service within the system which allows airlines to measure the performance and location of their handsets, batteries, chargers and carts [in real time]?? to minimise wastage, asset loss, unnecessary replacement costs and improve utilisation of their IFE resources. ”

Mezzo will be undertaking meetings regarding their unique Portable IFE System at the Aircraft Interiors Expo on stand 2B1 and encourage trade participants to arrange an appointment via email to dave@mezzo.aero to meet the Mezzo team and discuss how the system can help them achieve their IFE objectives in 2008.

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