London Heathrow Airport is partnering with South African Airways on a self-boarding trial, using biometric data for more efficient boarding.
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.
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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.
Passengers travelling through Heathrow Airport’s T5 can relax in a new pop-up park, which includes grass, hedges and plants, a dedicated menu and views of the airfield.
San Diego International Airport has commissioned a New Media Lounge – a unique and interactive facility designed to represent the destination of San Diego.
Dubai International Airport has installed a new alpha-numeric signage system to improve passenger wayfinding across the airport.
Delta Air Lines is introducing its popular recharging stations at 13 more airports, so passengers can charge-up their smartphones, laptops and tablets at the gate.
Oman Air has opened the new Majan Lounge at Muscat International Airport, offering passengers a tranquil environment reflecting Omani culture and heritage.
An innovative IKEA VIP lounge with televisions, beds and comfortable seating areas has been opened at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport.

In the first instalment of our four-part report on the highly successful FTE Asia ‘Unconference’ sessions, we round-up the key findings from the self-boarding workshop.

The latest stage of the refurbishment of The Wing – Cathay Pacific’s flagship airport lounge – has been completed at Hong Kong International Airport.
Qatar Airways has opened a brand new First and Business Class Premium Lounge at Heathrow Airport – the carrier’s first Premium Lounge outside of its Doha hub.
China Southern has opened its new Sky Pearl International VIP Lounge at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport as part of its plans to improve overall service standards.
Cathay Pacific has announced the opening of a newly refurbished lounge in Frankfurt Airport, which is modelled on the award-winning lounges in Hong Kong.
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