Future Travel Experience (FTE) is excited to announce the launch of the FTE World Airport Retailing Working Group, as we further extend our industry change efforts into the commercial space.


Future Travel Experience (FTE) is excited to announce the launch of the FTE World Airport Retailing Working Group, as we further extend our industry change efforts into the commercial space.

In this video interview, Elisabeth Sailer, CCO, Munich Airport NJ LLC, shares details about the commercial programme in the new Terminal A at Newark Liberty Airport, and the ‘Journey of Surprises’ concept.

Helsinki Airport is improving the passenger experience with new restaurants and shops developed in response to the latest trends and the desires of passengers, for an “international atmosphere and Finnish experiences”.

Manchester Airport has unveiled plans for 27 new restaurants and retail units in its brand-new Terminal 2, opening in 2025. The aim is to “provide a more varied and comprehensive retail experience”.
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us in Dublin for APEX FTE EMEA, APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing – co-located to deliver the region’s most comprehensive gathering of air transport leaders.
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us at the 20th anniversary FTE Global, the “CES of Aviation” taking place in the new location of Dallas, Texas, on 8-10 September 2026, co-located with IFSA Global EXPO. Headline Partners include Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Southwest Airlines, and Dallas Love Field Airport.
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A new autonomous convenience store, Travelwell, has opened at Hong Kong International Airport, operated by Lagardère Travel Retail. The store deploys Artificial Intelligence and computer vision technology to streamline the shopping process.

Singapore Changi Airport’s Terminal 1 has a new, AI-powered immersive retail experience, which “harnesses the power of data and technology to deliver personalised customer-centric experiences”.

Sydney Airport and Heinemann Australia have unveiled a new Luxury Beauty, Fashion and Accessories store, which is said to “offer customers an iconic and unique experience” as the airport “continues to innovate”.

A new, fully automated shop – ‘Quick N’ Easy’ – has opened in Pier A at Brussels Airport, offering passengers “an innovative retail experience that is designed to function intuitively”.

In an industry first, members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club are now able to collect and spend Avios at almost 200 outlets at Hamad International Airport with Qatar Duty Free.

Jewel Changi Airport has launched a range of Disney-themed activities and retail offerings for travellers to celebrate 100 years of The Walt Disney Company.

Australia’s first domestic terminal ‘department store’ concept opens at Sydney Airport in mid-2023, spanning 2,270sqm across Terminal 2 and Terminal 3.

Air France has unveiled its fully redesigned lounge in Terminal 1 at Munich Airport. The updated 227sqm space is said to offer a “French-style travel experience”.

Jayne Wear, Head of Commercial Products & Transport, shares the transformative approaches Auckland Airport is taking in the development of its new Transport Hub.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol’s Lounge 1, the airside area for passengers travelling to Schengen destinations, is to undergo a passenger-centred transformation from the end of 2022.

Dubai International Airport has introduced a new gaming lounge concept with the opening of Game Space. The aim is to enhance the traveller experience during dwell time at the airport.

Plaza Premium Group has opened a new lounge in London Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 4. The Blush Lounge is a new brand developed by Plaza Premium Group.
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