‘Scan and Go’ devices will be installed at Heathrow Airport to make it easier for users of the app to scan their boarding passes and print their bag tags.
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‘Scan and Go’ devices will be installed at Heathrow Airport to make it easier for users of the app to scan their boarding passes and print their bag tags.
The new app, “Ida”, has been developed to enable Virgin Atlantic to showcase its end-to-end premium travel experience via mobile and wearable devices.
The Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Mumbai T2 App uses augmented reality, beacons and push notifications to improve the passenger experience.
In 1989 “Back To The Future II” gave the world its first glimpse of 2015, but how many of the technologies predicted in the film have made it into the air transport industry today?
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 >>The Apple Watch compatible Brisbane Airport app offers passengers easy access to flight status updates, Digital Departure Cards and their car park location.
The new AirGrub app has been launched at San Francisco International Airport and allows travellers to pre-order F&B so they can skip the queues on the day.
Star Alliance, Dubai Airports, IATA, United and SITA discuss how airlines, airports and technology companies can together create more seamless travel apps.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, which has installed more than 2,000 beacons, is trialling an Apple Watch app for members of the Privium frequent flyer programme.
The BizTweet-powered service enables passengers to opt in to receive bespoke flight and gate updates, which are delivered via Twitter.
Passengers can borrow the portable chargers to charge up their devices on the go while they wait for their flight at Helsinki Airport.
The all-new app includes one-touch check-in and simple seat selection, and taps into passengers’ previous behaviour to provide a more personalised experience.
The low-cost carrier has launched a new app for iPhone, which will help to simplify the pre-travel and day of travel experiences for its customers.
Emirates has installed inductive charging trays in First and Business Class lounges in Dubai, allowing customers to wirelessly charge up their devices.
Duty managers have been equipped with Apple Watches so they can receive real-time operational updates and respond immediately to help improve efficiency.
Fifty beacons have been installed in Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 1 to provide passengers with interactive maps and bespoke directions.
British Airways will soon allow its customers to pay for their flights using Apple Pay when they make a booking via the carrier’s app.
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