25 airlines and 25 airports shortlisted for FTE World Airline Ancillary & FTE World Airport Retailing Awards 2026

We are excited to reveal the shortlists for the FTE World Airline Ancillary and FTE World Airport Retailing Awards 2026. Three airlines and three airports will be recognised during an official awards ceremony on 10 June at the co-located APEX FTE EMEA and APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing events (Dublin, 9-11 June 2026).

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The FTE World Airline Ancillary Award will recognise the most pioneering airlines that have tapped into digital advancements to create new ancillary revenue streams across the end-to-end journey – from booking, check-in and the airport experience, to onboard the aircraft and following the passenger’s arrival at their final destination.

Meanwhile, the FTE World Airport Retailing Award will recognise the most pioneering airports that have continually embraced technology to shape their airport retail proposition and drive commercial innovation.

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