On the Ground: Security

Manchester Airport has become the first UK airport to offer passengers the opportunity to pre-book a free 15-minute security slot, as part of a new trial.

In an effort to protect passengers and staff from COVID-19, Bengaluru Airport has introduced contactless technology at all steps of the journey.

Some of the technology to be trialled at Heathrow include UV sanitation, facial recognition thermal screening and contact-free security screening equipment.

ACI World has issued its latest bill addressing cybersecurity, as more airport staff is now working remotely to prevent the coronavirus spread.

ACI World has issued new best practice guidance on airport security screening during the COVID-19 pandemic to help protect screeners, passengers and staff.

Munich Airport has launched an interactive Testlab, as part of its LabCampus initiative, to raise digital security awareness among passengers and visitors.

The expanded security checkpoints will accommodate more screening lanes, while offering travellers a more relaxing, easier-to-navigate security experience.

Stansted Airport has become the first major airport in the UK to trial the use of compostable security bags, as part of its ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ campaign.