On the Ground: Lounges & Gates

Passengers departing from the London airport will now use cutting-edge boarding pass-reading technology to enter the security screening area, as part of Stansted’s drive to improve the passenger experience. 

London Heathrow Airport is partnering with South African Airways on a self-boarding trial, using biometric data for more efficient boarding.

Five of Egypt’s largest airports are soon to have IATA CUPPS standard common-use passenger systems, courtesy of ARINC.

Three cutting-edge aircraft boarding gates have been unveiled at LAX, equipped with laser-based docking systems and free WiFi for passengers.

New York’s JFK Airport is to be the location of Airspace Lounge’s third facility, offering luxury and comfort to passengers for a one-off fee.

Patrons of the new lounge at Selangor’s Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport don’t need a membership card or first class ticket; instead they can gain admission just by flashing their car keys.

All passengers at San José International Airport can purchase admission to the new premier airport lounge, regardless of the class of their ticket, the carrier they will travel on or whether they are flying domestically or internationally.

Finavia has opened a new Design Gallery at Helsinki Airport, where passengers can enjoy an interactive exhibition and views of the sunset while they wait for their flight.