FTE Global 2023 included the Biometrics & Digital Identity Summit, which explored dynamic approaches to advancing digital identity, featuring MIA, United, Fraport, TSA, CBP, Star Alliance & more.


FTE Global 2023 included the Biometrics & Digital Identity Summit, which explored dynamic approaches to advancing digital identity, featuring MIA, United, Fraport, TSA, CBP, Star Alliance & more.

FTE Global 2023 included a session on “How should CX strategies evolve on the ground, and in the sky, to better serve all types of passengers by 2030?” featuring Riyadh Air, MIA, EL AL & more. Watch the video.

In this video interview, Rowan Chalmers, Chief Transformation Officer, Fiji Airways, shares some of the key CX initiatives the airline is implementing to deliver “comfort, safety and exceptional service”.

In this video interview, Ursula Silling, CEO, Branchspace, shares her perspective on new ideas and opportunities to enhance e-commerce and retail in air transport, and the new partnership with Oman Air.
Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
Find out more >>Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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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.
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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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Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
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Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Join us for APEX FTE Expo Asia, 18-19 November 2026 – uniting the world in Singapore for the largest end-to-end passenger experience and innovation expo.
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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At FTE Global 2023, the FTE “Next Generation Aviation Security” Think Tank discussed their efforts towards designing a new model of aviation security leveraging innovative technologies and approaches.

The most pioneering airlines and airports in Asia-Pacific were recognised at the FTE APAC Pioneer Awards 2023 ceremony, sponsored by AERQ. The winners were announced on 8 November during FTE APEX Asia Expo.

In this video interview, Kevin Kleist, Senior Emerging Trends Advisor, Southwest Airlines and Head of Innovation, Digitalisation & Startup Engagement, FTE, shares plans for the reimagined FTE Hub.

In this video interview, Javed Malik, Chair of the Advisory Board, Ink Innovation, speaks to FTE about his role as a Captain of the reimagined FTE Hub, and the key 2024 themes of AI, Robotics and IoT.

FTE APEX Asia Expo, taking place in Singapore on 8-9 November 2023, will be our biggest and best-ever event in the region. Read our full exhibitor, sponsor & tours preview to find out what you can expect to see.

FTE is pleased to announce that Southwest Airlines’ Senior Emerging Trends Advisor Kevin Kleist is becoming FTE’s Head of Innovation, Digitalisation & Startup Engagement, while continuing his important work for Southwest.

In this video interview, Amber Simonsen, Director, Airport Lobby Transformation, shares how dynamic new approaches are driving a sub 5-minute lobby experience across Alaska Airlines’ airport network.

In this video interview, Steve Sisneros, VP Airport Affairs, shares the Southwest strategy to develop spaces for future growth in key markets, as well as its transformative approaches to airport facilities.

Twenty airports and airlines have been shortlisted for the FTE APAC Pioneer Awards 2023, and the winners will be announced at FTE APEX Asia Expo.

FTE Global, renowned as “the CES for Aviation”, relocated to LA on 19-21 September where it was co-located for the first time with APEX/IFSA Global EXPO. Take a look at our round-up of some of the highlights.

Delta, Pittsburgh International Airport, Lufthansa, Fraport, United, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and NEC were recognised in FTE Global 2023 Awards ceremony, which took place on 19 September in Los Angeles.

The FTE Aviation & Robotics Summit will return to Pittsburgh on 14-16 May 2024, with Pittsburgh International Airport as the official Host Airport.
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