APEX FTE EMEA Conference

The FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group (BIWG) brings together the most innovative and progressive baggage supply chain companies, airlines, and airports from across the industry to provide a unique platform for cooperation and industry advancement. It is the platform for developing new techniques, technologies, and business models to deliver tangible change in the baggage sector. There are over 130 BIWG members, all playing an active role in the industry’s leading learning and networking platform for those serious about baggage transformation. Topics to be covered in this meeting include AI and GenerativeAI, plus an exclusive update on the BOOST programme.

This meeting is open exclusively to members of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group.

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In this members-only FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub meeting, our Corporate Partners can expect keynotes, interactive discussions, and quick-fire pitches from a selection of pioneering startups, plus plenty of opportunities to network with fellow innovators. The FTE Hub is a truly unique community, designed specifically for the individuals and organisations who are at the forefront of digital transformation and innovation in the aviation industry. Members openly share expertise, experiences and inspiration year-round through curated virtual and in-person meet-ups.

This meeting is open exclusively to Corporate Partners of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub.

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At FTE we pride ourselves on providing the very best in networking events; enabling our guests to unwind and connect with like-minded industry peers in a relaxed environment. To support this ambition, we have teamed up with passenger disruption experts Plan3, to invite attendees to join them on Tuesday 10 June for a City of Dublin walking tour.

Enjoy a local taste of Dublin in this two-hour guided tour of the historical and cultural sights of this beautiful city, before joining your fellow FTE Dublin attendees at the FTE Dublin Ice Breaker at Brewdog, Dublin Outpost.

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To kick off the show we invite delegates to join us at BrewDog, Dublin Outpost! A first opportunity to meet with your fellow FTE attendees and connect with industry colleagues both new and established. Featuring delicious brews from BrewDog, a mouth-watering menu and live music from local talents; whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast, a music lover, or just looking to recharge after a long flight, we invite you to grab a cold drink, play some bar games, and enjoy the fantastic views of the River Liffey. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and start the conference on a high note!

The meeting will feature a special roundtable discussion on “Innovative Approaches to Driving Passenger Spend.” Moderated by Eric Leopold, Founder & Managing Director of Threedot this session is designed to foster rich conversation and the exchange of actionable insights among industry peers.

This members-only breakfast session, taking place at the RDS, is open exclusively to members of the FTE World Ancillary & Retailing Working Group.

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FTE warmly welcomes attendees to the official opening, where you can enjoy a light breakfast and hot drinks, and network with fellow attendees ahead of a day of conference sessions and meetings.

At the epicentre of this show is the region’s largest and most respected innovation competition. Industry stakeholders will pitch on-stage in an effort to impress our judges and audience, whose all-important votes will dictate who wins.

Each finalist will deliver a five-minute pitch, followed by quick-fire questions and comments from the judges.

Finalists include:

The APEX FTE EMEA and Ancillary & Retailing Startup Pitch Session will provide a platform for high-potential startups to showcase their products and services that have been developed to enhance the customer experience, operational efficiency and commercial performance.

Make the most of the vital networking opportunities provided at the FTE Dublin Networking Reception, where delegates can enjoy demonstrations in the exhibition and network with their peers over drinks before our Awards ceremony.

It has been a time of real transformation across the industry, and we will honour and recognise those efforts in Dublin. 15 airlines and 15 airports will be shortlisted for the FTE World Ancillary & Retailing Awards 2025, with three in each category being honoured for outstanding achievement during the ceremony. We will also celebrate the members of the 2025 FTE EMEA Airline and Airport Power Lists.

Following this, the APEX Best in Airline Awards ceremony will take place, recognising airlines for their outstanding CX efforts.

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The Travel Massive Dublin Chapter invites FTE delegates to attend a meet-up in the iconic watering hole, Café En Seine. The “Summer in Dublin” informal social event is the perfect opportunity to continue your conference networking and connect with the local travel community. The not-for-profit Travel Massive Dublin has been hosting free-to-attend social events, insightful interviews, educational panels, and generally supporting the travel industry in Ireland since October 2013.

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At the epicentre of this show is the region’s largest and most respected innovation competition. Industry stakeholders will pitch on-stage in an effort to impress our judges and audience, whose all-important votes will dictate who wins.

Each finalist will deliver a five-minute pitch, followed by quick–fire questions and comments from the judges. 

Finalists include:

Hear about the latest developments from the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group. 

At the epicentre of this show is the region’s largest and most respected innovation competition. Industry stakeholders will pitch on-stage in an effort to impress our judges and audience, whose all-important votes will dictate who wins.

Each finalist will deliver a five-minute pitch, followed by quick–fire questions and comments from the judges. 

We wrap up two days of learning, networking and inspiration by inviting all attendees to relax and enjoy a farewell drink and see who comes out top in the FTE EMEA Innovate Awards 2025.

During the past two days, attendees will have heard from a variety of industry stakeholders, each pitching on stage in an effort to impress our judges and their fellow aviation peers. Join us as we see the region’s largest and most respected innovation competition come to a close. The all-important audience votes will be tallied, and we will announce and celebrate our FTE EMEA Innovate Awards 2025 winners.