Düsseldorf Airport is installing new self-service check-in and bag drop systems from Materna IPS as part of an extensive modernisation project focused on future-proof innovations for a smoother travel experience.


Düsseldorf Airport is installing new self-service check-in and bag drop systems from Materna IPS as part of an extensive modernisation project focused on future-proof innovations for a smoother travel experience.

Qatar Airways is the first airline in the Middle East to innovate the passenger journey by introducing electronic bag tags. The concept is being produced and executed by BAGTAG, allowing travellers to check-in baggage using their smartphones.

Queenstown Airport is enhancing the passenger experience with a major terminal upgrade, including new bag drop and kiosk technology provided by Elenium.

Delta is continuing the upgrade and expansion of its hubs at New York LaGuardia Airport and New York JFK Airport as part of its commitment to transforming the travel experience.

The new $2.7 billion Terminal A at Newark Liberty International Airport is officially open for operations. The state-of-the-art facility features “an immersive digital journey”.

A new offsite city check-in service is now available for Etihad Airways, Wizz Air and EGYPTAIR passengers travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport.
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Geneva Airport is responding to increasing demand for digital travel solutions with the implementation of self-service touchpoints at check-in, bag drop, and security, as well as a new Airport Operations System.

Delta Air Lines is launching a facial-recognition programme for TSA PreCheck members at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

British Airways has teamed up with AirPortr to develop new fast bag drop areas for passengers travelling through London Heathrow’s Terminal 5.

Milano Linate Airport has upgraded its terminal with new check-in, security and retail areas and technology such as biometrics, CT scans and self-bag drop.

British Airways has teamed up with AirPortr to develop new fast bag drop areas for passengers travelling through London Heathrow’s Terminal 5.

Milano Linate Airport has upgraded its terminal with new check-in, security and retail areas and technology such as biometrics, CT scans and self-bag drop.

Spirit Airlines is introducing biometric check-in which would reduce face-to-face interactions between airline staff and passengers.

Tokyo International Airport (Haneda) has installed a new self bag drop system at Terminal 2 and 3, jointly implemented by Materna IPS and Tokyo Kanetsu.

Avinor has rolled out a touchless travel programme to tackle the impact of COVID-19 and help restore travel confidence ahead of the summer season.

Tampa Airport’s Doug Wycoff discusses strategies to ensuring a safe and seamless passenger experience, through a TPA Ready campaign and focus on self-service solutions.

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

Avalon Airport is set to become the first airport in Australia to implement self-service check-in and bag drop in partnership with Elenium Automation.
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