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.

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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.

The FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub along with the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group members convened on 28-29 February 2024 at Tampa International Airport for a fantastic collaborative event.

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is enhancing the food and dining options at Newark Liberty International Airport’s new Terminal A with the addition of the Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Kitchen + Bar.

Alaska Airlines is serving its first-ever custom craft beer exclusively brewed for the carrier and offered complimentary in First and Premium Class, and for purchase in the Main Cabin and select lounges.

FTE is delighted to announce Dublin Airport as a Headline Partner of the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, taking place in Dublin on 11-13 June 2024.

FTE is delighted to announce International Airlines Group (IAG) as a Headline Partner of the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, taking place in Dublin on 11-13 June 2024.

Icelandair is collaborating with Omnevo on the deployment of a cutting-edge Electronic Point of Sale (ePOS) system. The partnership aims to revolutionise inflight services and enhance passenger experience.

Liverpool John Lennon Airport and SSP have announced an extension of their partnership until at least 2036. A ÂŁ9 million investment will completely transform the food and beverage offer at the airport.

Vueling has announced a travel protection partnership with Cover Genius. The airline has plans to expand its digital offering through its website and mobile app as part of the Vueling Transform programme.

Tampere-Pirkkala Airport has upgraded its food & beverage offer with new cafés and restaurants in the departure hall and gate area after security, as it “systematically develops the customer experience”.

Blue Islands has launched a new eSIM offering in partnership with eSIM Go for seamless mobile data when travelling. This is part of the airline’s “ongoing commitment to a customer-first approach”.

SAS has entered into a strategic partnership with travel technology platform Meili. This enables the airline’s car rental partners to offer an enhanced experience through Meili’s cloud-based technology.
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