Lufthansa and Munich Airport are now part of the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. The aim of the program is to give people with invisible disabilities greater visibility, understanding, and support.


Lufthansa and Munich Airport are now part of the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. The aim of the program is to give people with invisible disabilities greater visibility, understanding, and support.

Lufthansa Group has established a new Accessibility Customer Advisory Committee, with the aim of improving the travel experience for passengers with visible and invisible disabilities to further enhance CX.

Zurich Airport and its partner companies have introduced the Sunflower Lanyard, enabling travellers with invisible disabilities to discreetly indicate that they may need more time or special consideration.

Changi Airport has unveiled its first sensory-friendly facility, the Calm Room, a purposefully designed space created to support neurodivergent travellers and their caregivers for an inclusive CX.

Dubai Airports has announced the next phase of its accessibility strategy, a renewed 10-year commitment to transform both DXB and DWC into the world’s most accessible and inclusive airports by 2035.

Emirates has unveiled a suite of new services and products to enhance accessibility. The enhanced offerings include a new Accessible & Inclusive Travel Hub, providing a wealth of information for travellers.
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Nashville International Airport has launched GoodMaps – an innovative indoor navigation platform, which is designed to enhance accessible, inclusive air travel, especially for individuals who are visually-impaired.

Manchester Airport is partnering with a sensory support charity to enhance the airport experience for deaf and hearing-impaired travellers. More than 100 airport colleagues have signed up for a British Sign Language course.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced the opening of a second sensory room at Newark Liberty Airport’s Terminal A, providing an inclusive experience for neurodivergent travellers.

Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) and WHILL have launched an autonomous mobility solution at Rome Fiumicino Airport, enhancing accessibility and supporting ADR’s vision of a more personalised airport experience.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced the opening of a second sensory room at Newark Liberty Airport’s Terminal A, providing an inclusive experience for neurodivergent travellers.

Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) and WHILL have launched an autonomous mobility solution at Rome Fiumicino Airport, enhancing accessibility and supporting ADR’s vision of a more personalised airport experience.

Aeroporti di Roma is implementing cutting-edge technology from Be My Eyes to further enhance accessibility for blind and low-vision passengers, as it aims to provide an inclusive, seamless customer experience.

Aer Lingus has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program as it aims to provide greater assurance to customers with non-visible disabilities during their travels for an inclusive, seamless experience.

East Midlands Airport has partnered with tech company Transreport to launch its passenger assistance technology. The system provides an innovative solution designed to streamline operations at the airport.

United Airlines is collaborating with the United Spinal Association to further enhance accessibility. Hear more from United Airlines at FTE Global – the “CES of Aviation” – in Los Angeles on 28-30 October.

Shannon Airport has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative. It is the latest in a series of initiatives to make the travel experience at the airport as seamless and inclusive as possible.

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