REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
Aeroporti di Roma is scaling up its partnership with Outsight, deploying 3D LiDAR and Physical AI across Schengen areas to boost passenger flow management, operational efficiency, and predictive airport operations.
Virgin Atlantic is the first airline to launch an app in ChatGPT, allowing customers to search and book flights with simple, natural language. This innovation builds on the airline’s digital efforts to create a seamless, personalised CX.
Denver International Airport and Southwest Airlines have unveiled TSA PreCheck Touchless ID Bag Drop for a faster, more secure bag drop experience. This new feature enhances convenience for TSA PreCheck members.
Delta Air Lines is implementing new ground experience enhancements to remove friction from airport journeys with simpler international connections, fewer touchpoints at bag drop and security, and easier arrivals from curb to gate.
Meet the 12 nominees for the FTE Airline Digital Transformation Power List EMEA 2026, who have been recognised for their outstanding efforts to lead how their organisation has embraced digital innovation.
Delta Air Lines and Amazon are partnering to deliver next-generation inflight connectivity using Leo satellite technology, enabling faster, more personalised digital experiences across the travel journey.
United Airlines is piloting real-time TSA security wait times in its mobile app, giving passengers greater visibility and control, while enhancing the end-to-end digital travel experience across key U.S. hubs.
Saudia has introduced Google’s Share Item Location feature to support faster baggage recovery, enabling passengers to securely share tracking data and gain greater visibility and reassurance during the journey.
Ahead of his participation at APEX FTE EMEA and Ancillary & Retailing 2026, Brian Horgan, Transformation Lead, discusses how Aer Lingus is enhancing ramp and baggage operations through digital transformation, real-time data, and a focus on empowering frontline teams.
Ahead of his participation at APEX FTE EMEA and Ancillary & Retailing 2026, Emanuele Calà, SVP Transformation & Technology, discusses Aeroporti di Roma’s structured model that integrates AI across three key dimensions: operations, customer engagement, and safety.
Air Transat has transformed its payment operations with DLX Pay, leveraging intelligent retries, real-time insights and rapid PSP onboarding to boost conversion, recover lost revenue and enhance operational efficiency.
San José Mineta International Airport introduces AI humanoid robot ‘José’ at Terminal B, offering real-time multilingual assistance and pioneering the use of physical AI to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency.
SAS is collaborating with 3 to deliver free Starlink WiFi to EuroBonus members, enhancing passenger connectivity and operational efficiency, while laying the groundwork for future digital travel services.
Wizz Air, Immfly and gateretail have unveiled a unified digital cabin ecosystem, combining onboard retail, passenger connectivity, and operational data. The integration enhances service efficiency and personalisation.
In a series of interviews, we explore the innovations shaping the future of airport operations and customer experience, from smarter baggage handling to seamless biometric integration, robotics and autonomous vehicles, and much more.
On 16 March 2026, members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group gathered in London for a Heathrow-hosted FTE Communities Live Day, featuring inspiration-filled sessions, and much more.
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