Virgin Australia has launched a baggage tracking tool across more than two thirds of its domestic network, allowing travellers to know where their bag is at every step of the journey to deliver a seamless CX.
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.
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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.
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
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
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Virgin Australia has launched a baggage tracking tool across more than two thirds of its domestic network, allowing travellers to know where their bag is at every step of the journey to deliver a seamless CX.

Swedavia is to open 10 new F&B outlets at Stockholm Arlanda, Luleå and Malmö airports, in partnership with SSP Group. The focus is on enhancing CX with “innovative concepts” and “truly local experiences”.

Dr Jan-Henrik Andersson, Chief Commercial Officer & Chief Security Officer, explains how Munich Airport is approaching digitalisation of the passenger journey and the innovative technologies being explored.

Lufthansa Innovation Hub’s new venture Swifty is an AI assistant that aims to transform business travel booking into a fast, efficient experience. It autonomously manages all steps within the chat interface.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, an Airport Lab Network Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group, has purchased 30 new lifting aids as it continues to improve working conditions in the baggage hall.

Heathrow has enlisted a former undercover police officer to train colleagues on how to spot the body language typical of anxious travellers and help them de-stress for a “seamless and enjoyable” experience.

The TSA has installed two state-of-the-art CT scanners at West Virginia Yeager Airport, streamlining the security experience as travellers will no longer need to remove laptops and liquids from hand baggage.

Fresno Yosemite Airport passengers will begin to see a transition in food & beverage offerings this month as part of the airport’s new concessions programme, bringing “a unique airport dining experience”.

FTE is delighted to announce that Star Alliance has signed up as a Strategic Partner of FTE Global 2023 (19-21 September, Los Angeles) and a Headline Partner of FTE APEX Asia Expo 2023 (8-9 November, Singapore).

In this interview, Michelle Buckley, Managing Director, Customer Engagement, Southwest, explains the airline’s customer-centric approach to successfully managing disruption and looks ahead to FTE Global.

As part of its commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030, DFW Airport has started construction of an electric Central Utility Plant that will provide sustainably-powered heating and cooling.

easyJet has expanded its twilight bag drop service to Glasgow Airport, as part of new customer initiatives “for a quicker and easier journey”. The service is free for travellers on early morning flights.

Icelandair is to launch the Crew Solution from BAGTAG – a Strategic Partner of the FTE BIWG. After a successful PoC, it is introducing the innovation to “streamline processes and offer smooth journeys”.

Changi Airport Group – a Headline Partner of FTE APEX Asia Expo (Singapore, 8-9 November 2023) – has partnered with JustCo to launch a pay-per-minute co-working centre in T3, offering 24/7 on-demand access.

Oakland International Airport has completed its $11 million Terminal 2 Security Exit Project. The exit upgrade increases security at the airport and features new art that will welcome passengers to Oakland.

Hamad Airport has relaunched its premium valet parking services, offering even greater value-added benefits. The ticketless and cashless process is designed “to ensure the utmost convenience for passengers”.
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