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In this video interview at APEX FTE EMEA and Ancillary & Retailing 2026, Vera Jakobsen, Vice President Digital, Munich Airport, shares insights into autonomous operations, AI enablement, airport operations orchestration, and much more.
In a series of interviews, we explore the innovations shaping the future of airport operations and customer experience, from smarter baggage handling to seamless biometric integration, robotics and autonomous vehicles, and much more.
In this deep-dive article, Munich Airport and Lufthansa discuss their collaboration on a Proof of Concept exploring how robotics, automation and autonomous vehicles could transform aircraft turnaround processes at a major hub.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will test electric autonomous shuttles at Newark Liberty International Airport in spring 2026, evaluating zero-emissions AVs to connect with the new AirTrain Newark system.
San Francisco International Airport has approved Waymo to launch its fully autonomous ride service, offering passengers a safe, sustainable, and innovative transport option as part of a groundbreaking pilot.
Our comprehensive focus on the key baggage trends set to shape the industry in 2026 and beyond features compelling insights from FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group (BIWG) Captains and a wide selection of BIWG Partners.
Changi Airport has deployed its first fleet of fully driverless autonomous tractors for airside operations, following nearly a year of rigorous trials covering more than 5,000 test trips, enhancing productivity, safety and reliability.
Moonware will test its ground traffic control platform, HALO, at Tokyo International Airport. The focus is on improving below-wing coordination, resource management, and real-time situational awareness.
In this video interview, Claus Grunow, Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Digitalization, Fraport, discusses the AeroAS Autonomous Airport Operations Program, involving over 120 global airports.
Swissport has partnered with Aurrigo International to conduct its first-ever global pilot of autonomous ground handling technologies at Zurich Airport. The aim of the initiative is to enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability.
In this video interview, Claus Grunow, Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Digitalization, Fraport, discusses the AeroAS Autonomous Airport Operations Program, involving over 120 global airports.
Swissport has partnered with Aurrigo International to conduct its first-ever global pilot of autonomous ground handling technologies at Zurich Airport. The aim of the initiative is to enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability.
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.
Hamad Airport has announced the launch of autonomous vehicle trials within its airside operations. The trials are in collaboration with Qatar Aviation Services, MATAR, and Qatar Science & Technology Park.
Zurich Airport – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – is testing self-driving vehicles on the apron, laying the groundwork for the future use of autonomous technologies.
DHL Supply Chain – a Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group (BIWG) has completed its first deployment of an autonomous vehicle in live airport traffic at Heathrow (also a BIWG Partner).
In this article, PIT, United, MIA, Alaska Airlines, FRA, Spirit Airlines and more, preview what you can expect to hear in 5 unmissable conference sessions at FTE Global – the “CES of Aviation” – LA, 28-30 October 2024.
Schiphol Group – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has begun testing 10 autonomous wheelchairs made by WHILL – an exhibitor at FTE Global, Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024.
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