Eric Léopold, Founder & Managing Director, Threedot and Content Director, FTE Ancillary & Retailing, shares his perspective on the evolution of airline retailing and key industry trends.

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Find out more >>Eric Léopold, Founder & Managing Director, Threedot and Content Director, FTE Ancillary & Retailing, shares his perspective on the evolution of airline retailing and key industry trends.
Wizz Air has launched ‘Wizz Experiences’, a new service for its passengers in partnership with Coras, providing access to over 10 million attraction tickets in one place and a seamless booking experience.
Changi Airports International and Wuxi Airport Group have established a new joint venture company to manage the non-aeronautical business of Wuxi Shuofang International Airport, with plans for an enriched CX.
British Airways – a member of IAG (a Headline Partner of FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing, Dublin, 11-13 June 2024) – is partnering with Amadeus on enhanced retailing capabilities using AI.
Wizz Air has announced the launch of the WIZZ SHOP&FLY online shopping platform with InterLnkd (an exhibitor at the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, Dublin, 11-13 June 2024).
Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – is further enhancing its digitalisation journey with the launch of a new ‘Shop&Fly’ service at Fiumicino Airport.
Plaza Premium Group has opened its newest dining venture – The Summerhouse at KLIA Terminal 1. The Summerhouse aims to offer travellers “a seamless blend of comfort, convenience and culinary excellence”.
Manchester Airport has opened a new bar and brasserie in its Terminal 2 departure lounge, which is described as “fresh and modern, but also relaxed and comfortable”, with a strong focus on regional produce.
In this article, we share key highlights from the recent meeting of the FTE World Airport Retailing Working Group, featuring insights from Vantage Airport Group, LHR, DOH, Avolta, and Kinetic Consultancy.
FTE is delighted to announce that Steven Greenway, CEO, flyadeal, and Guðmundur Daði Rúnarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer, Keflavik Airport, have joined the FTE Executive Advisory Board.
Schiphol is redeveloping Lounge 2 for passengers mainly flying to destinations outside Europe. The catering and retail area is getting a new layout, with the passenger experience at the heart of the project.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, The New Terminal One and URW Airports have launched the commercial programme for the $9.5 billion terminal scheduled to open at JFK Airport in 2026.
Perth Airport is opening a new Little Creatures Bar & Café in Terminal 1 International, enhancing the customer experience with expanded F&B options for passengers. Little Creatures also operates from T3.
Ahead of his participation at the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, Adrian Keating, Executive Director Commercial, shares the PLAY vision for optimising and evolving commercial offerings.
Sydney Airport has opened new dining venues – Betty’s Burgers, Oporto, and Mad Mex – reinforcing its focus on “new and exciting food concepts, elevating the casual dining experience across the airport”.
Ahead of the virtual meeting of the FTE World Airport Retailing Working Group on 14 March 2024, LHR, DOH, Vantage Airport Group and more share insights into commercial innovation, experience and engagement.
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