PortsToronto has announced that US CBP Preclearance will be introduced at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, contributing “immensely to the convenience and seamless experiences that passengers expect”.
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A round-up of how airports are using new technology and innovative techniques to improve the immigration and arrivals experiences, covering automated border control, biometrics, e-gates and e-passports.
PortsToronto has announced that US CBP Preclearance will be introduced at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, contributing “immensely to the convenience and seamless experiences that passengers expect”.
Travellers arriving at Edmonton International Airport on international flights can now submit an advance customs declaration. The initiative is part of efforts to explore innovative ways to deliver a better and faster border experience.
The Lithuanian airports of Vilnius, Kaunas and Palanga are among the first to have made necessary changes to prepare for the EU’s new Entry – Exit System, which is expected to enhance passenger convenience.
Passengers returning from COVID-19 red zones who have completed a Passenger Location Form can perform a PCR test free of charge at the test facility.
Content plans: Discussion on recovering bags with passengers – how do we collectively improve? The September virtual meeting will include a focus on the RUSH process for quick recovery of mishandled bags, highlighting automation, expediency and passenger visibility.
Find out more >>Content plans: PoC update, AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Discussion centring on check-in – what is the future for a seamless experience? The next in-person members meeting, taking place alongside FTE Global, will examine what future bag drops will look like, as well as tagging, capacity and flow enhancements.
Find out more >>Content plans: Retailing innovation in Los Angeles and exploring the utilisation of the Metaverse and other new technologies in travel retail.
Find out more >>Content plans: Under the theme of "Transforming Air Transport”, air transport leaders from across the globe will gather in LA to learn, collaborate, and be inspired to elevate their organisation’s passenger experience, business performance, innovation, and sustainability strategies.
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Discussion on outbound baggage loading and movement – what will this look like in five years? November’s in-person members meeting will explore areas including loading, movement, scanning, load cells, and more.
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: The final virtual members meeting of 2024 will focus on the “year in review”, while also providing an update on current Proof of Concepts and looking ahead to plans for 2025.
Find out more >>Lufthansa has expanded its COVID-19 testing facility to Hamburg Airport, after successfully launching the first test facilities at Frankfurt and Munich airports in June.
A total of 74 BorderXpress interactive kiosks, designed by Vancouver Airport Authority, have been installed across Larnaka and Pafos international airports.
A transit visa counter and FIFA Fan Zone have been introduced and real-time flight updates are now available via Twitter and Facebook.
The newly renovated Concourse E makes use of facial recognition technology to secure and expedite the passport inspection process.
Ferries del Caribe has become the first cruise operator to install automated border control kiosks onboard a cruise ship or ferry.
Travellers from 74 countries can now use the biometric-enabled Smart Departure system when flying from Hong Kong International Airport.
The e-gates will be installed in terminals 1 and 2 at Dublin Airport, while a registered traveller programme could be introduced in the future.
US citizens and Canadian visitors can now use the MIA app to expedite the passport control process at Miami International Airport.
The Department of Immigration and Border Protection will use biometric data to clear passengers arriving at Australia’s international airports.
The world’s first ‘gate-less border’, combining biometric verification and blockchain technology, is to open at Dubai Airport.
Passengers will be able to undertake US inspections before departure, meaning they can avoid immigration queues upon arrival in the United States.
The new self-service solution for families travelling together is being tested by New Zealand Customs at departures at Christchurch Airport.
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