In this interview, Ahmet Er, Digital Transformation and Channel Management Deputy Manager, and Dilanur Çetinalp, Digital Transformation and Channel Management Supervisor, share iGA Istanbul Airport’s digital mindset.


In this interview, Ahmet Er, Digital Transformation and Channel Management Deputy Manager, and Dilanur Çetinalp, Digital Transformation and Channel Management Supervisor, share iGA Istanbul Airport’s digital mindset.

British Airways – a member of IAG (a Headline Partner of FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing, Dublin, 11-13 June 2024) – is partnering with Amadeus on enhanced retailing capabilities using AI.

In this interview, Idar Sørgjerd, Department Manager, BHS, Tech & Op. Excellence, shares Avinor’s strategy for its baggage handling infrastructure, with robotics, autonomous vehicles, and AI at the forefront.

Fiji Airways is investing in new, cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology as part of efforts to further optimise operational performance and provide a seamless travel experience for passengers.

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s digitally-native airline, has signed a strategic partnership with Artefact aimed at utilising cutting-edge cloud and AI technologies “to enhance guest experiences at every stage”.

Ahead of his participation in the FTE Ancillary & Retailing event, Carlos Ruiz, Director of Commercial Management, CVG, explains the airport’s focus on personalisation, collaboration and cutting-edge tech.
Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
Find out more >>Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
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: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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.
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: 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: 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
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British Airways – a member of International Airlines Group (a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and a Partner of the FTE BIWG) – has launched a £7 billion transformation plan.

International Airlines Group (IAG) invited FTE for a briefing on its innovation activities. We learned how IAG will be collaborating with its partners on trials covering robotics & automation, AI & ML, and more.

Bob Kwik, Global Head of Airports and Ground Transportation, Amazon Web Services, shares his perspective with FTE on the hot topic of generative AI and how airports can use it to help their customers.

Seattle-Tacoma Airport has introduced ‘Oscar’ – a new AI waste-sorting technology from Intuitive AI – that is designed to help travellers sort their waste items into compost, recycling, or trash bins.

Bob Kwik, Global Head of Airports and Ground Transportation, Amazon Web Services, shares his perspective with FTE on the hot topic of generative AI and how airports can use it to help their customers.

Seattle-Tacoma Airport has introduced ‘Oscar’ – a new AI waste-sorting technology from Intuitive AI – that is designed to help travellers sort their waste items into compost, recycling, or trash bins.

FTE Global 2023 included the FTE AI Symposium, which explored the potential of Artificial Intelligence in aviation 5, 10, and 20 years from now, featuring Southwest, SEA, Boeing, Teague and Ink Innovation.

Etihad has become one of the first airlines to use AI to enhance safety management systems. This strategic move signifies its commitment to enhancing safety protocols through cutting-edge technology.

airBaltic has identified ways to drive efficiency with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its daily work. The airline is rapidly growing its AI usage and is working with solutions in multiple business areas.

Pegasus Airlines is establishing a Technology Innovation Lab in Silicon Valley to secure its digitalisation journey. The focus is on AI, mobile capabilities, self-service, and other cutting-edge tech.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Pangiam are commencing the next-stage trials of Project DARTMOUTH, which is intended to transform airport security screening using AI to enhance inspection of carry-on bags.

Eindhoven Airport, in cooperation with Schiphol Airport, is using AI to further improve the aircraft turnaround process and minimise delays. This is part of continuous optimisation of airport processes.
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