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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.
With the end of 2025 fast approaching, here Future Travel Experience highlights some of our most popular original content from each of the last 12 months – from robotics and AI to inflight innovation, and much more.
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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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In this interview, ahead of his participation at APEX FTE Asia Expo 2025, Tom Kikuchi, Head of Innovation, shares All Nippon Airways’ vision for autonomous vehicles connected harmoniously with people, and much more.
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.
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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.
Changi Airport Group – a Headline Partner of FTE APEX Asia Expo, taking place in Singapore on 19-20 November 2024 – is to trial the use of autonomous buses to transport airport staff around SIN’s airside.
Schiphol Group – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has started the second phase trial of electric self-driving buses together with KLM Cityhopper and KLM Ground services.
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