Samsonite has launched its new “Track&Go” technology, which allows travellers to track their suitcase via the Travlr by Samsonite app.
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Samsonite has launched its new “Track&Go” technology, which allows travellers to track their suitcase via the Travlr by Samsonite app.
Lufthansa has confirmed that the official rollout of the RIMOWA Electronic Tag will begin on 14 March following successful tests with customers.
Airports Authority of India has started the rollout of the new baggage management system, which will be introduced at all 38 of its airports.
An industry insider tells FTE that permanent electronic bag tags will be commonplace within 12 months and could pave the way for a digital passenger smartcard.
Etihad Airways has invested in a baggage tracking system, ensuring it is well prepared for IATA’s Resolution 753, which will come into effect in June 2018.
FTE speaks to IATA’s Andrew Price about the new Resolution 753 on baggage tracking, and explores what airlines and airports need to do to prepare.
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The vast majority of passengers want to be able to use their smartphone to manage flight disruptions, receive real-time updates and search for fares, according to SITA’s ‘Smart Thinking’ study.
Baggage handling at airports across Asia is set to receive a boost, courtesy of IT solutions giants Unisys’ latest enhancements.
Iberia’s Project Ágora is creating a seamless travel experience at Madrid-Barajas Terminal 4. A current focus is on baggage innovations at check-in & arrivals.
Carrying or pulling your suitcase around an airport could soon become a thing of the past as one company is developing a robotic suitcase that follows its owner around.
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Iberia’s Project Ágora is creating a seamless travel experience at Madrid-Barajas Terminal 4. A current focus is on baggage innovations at check-in & arrivals.
Carrying or pulling your suitcase around an airport could soon become a thing of the past as one company is developing a robotic suitcase that follows its owner around.
SITA’s BagManager technology has been implemented by SATS at Singapore Changi to manage the 15 million bags it handles each year.
The eighth annual SITA Baggage Report shows that baggage handling improved by 20.3% in 2011, saving airlines a total of $650 million.
Swissport International has launched an innovative self-service baggage solution, which means passengers no longer have to queue to report lost baggage.
The updated Delta Air Lines app now includes a baggage tracking function, which allows passengers to locate their baggage in real-time using their smartphone.
Air France has launched a mobile service to offer passengers real-time updates ahead of their flight, as well as information on baggage delivery.
Mobile technology, NFC, RFID and self-service bag drop are just a few of the areas highlighted in the new ‘Navigating the Airport of Tomorrow’ report.
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