REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
Latest industry news on how passenger experience is being improved by the use of robotics, big data analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the booking process and within the airport terminal.
Japan Airlines (JAL) Ground Service and GMO AI & Robotics are trialling humanoid robots for airport ground handling, combining AI and human-like adaptability to reduce workloads, and enhance operational efficiency.
Marina Lützenberger, Program Director, Corporate Strategy & Digitalization, discusses how Fraport has successfully scaled 50+ digitalisation projects in five years – from AI and robotics to workflow optimisation.
Aeroporti di Roma is scaling up its partnership with Outsight, deploying 3D LiDAR and Physical AI across Schengen areas to boost passenger flow management, operational efficiency, and predictive airport operations.
Ahead of his participation at APEX FTE EMEA and Ancillary & Retailing 2026, Emanuele Calà, SVP Transformation & Technology, discusses Aeroporti di Roma’s structured model that integrates AI across three key dimensions: operations, customer engagement, and safety.
Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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Find out more >>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.
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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
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San José Mineta International Airport introduces AI humanoid robot ‘José’ at Terminal B, offering real-time multilingual assistance and pioneering the use of physical AI to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency.
Heathrow has announced plans to invest £1.3 billion in infrastructure in 2026, enhancing CX and operational efficiency. Plans include a revamp of Terminal 4, a new dedicated baggage system for Terminal 2, and much more.
Schiphol, KLM and NEURA Robotics have collaborated on ARC (Autonomous Robot for GPU Connection). This pioneering project aims to make aviation more efficient, sustainable, and future-proof.
YVR is deploying Deep Turnaround in partnership with Schiphol Group’s Aviation Solutions. Deep Turnaround is an AI-powered technology platform designed to enhance the efficiency of aircraft turnaround operations.
9 to 11 June 2026, Dublin, Ireland
A gathering of air transport’s digital and innovation leaders, creative designers and progressive minds who will inspire one another and reimagine travel together.
9 to 11 June 2026, Dublin, Ireland
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Aeroporti di Roma has launched Virtual Assistant – an advanced AI-powered digital companion designed to enhance the travel experience at FCO by providing real-time information and personalised support.
In this video interview, Daan Boot, Strategy & Innovation Advisor, discusses how Royal Schiphol Group is leveraging technology, cross-industry collaboration and more to drive autonomous Smart Ramp innovation.
Halifax International Airport Authority, in partnership with Halifax-based startup Maritime Robotics, has launched two custom-built passenger experience robots at Halifax Stanfield to support a seamless journey.
Aurrigo is accelerating its ‘Ramp Ready’ project at East Midlands Airport – a member of Manchester Airports Group. This will see Aurrigo deploy two of its Auto-Cargo autonomous vehicles and one eight-passenger Auto-Shuttle.
MWAA, United, Publicis Sapient and Nagarro discuss how they are leveraging agentic AI – systems capable of autonomously taking actions in complex environments – to accelerate innovation and digital transformation.
All Nippon Airways is implementing an AI-based turbulence prediction service developed by BlueWX Company. The collaboration aims to enhance flight safety, passenger comfort and operational reliability.
CVG, Lufthansa Industry Solutions, ADR, Fraport, and DataArt discuss the transformative potential of agentic AI to act autonomously in dynamic environments and the ultimate move towards Artificial General Intelligence.
Lufthansa and Fraport are further optimising aircraft handling at Frankfurt Airport. Together with zeroG, the partners are introducing an innovative AI-based camera solution called ‘seer’, using real-time data.
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