FTE attended PTE in London last week, where we explored a number of solutions that have the potential to improve the airport terminal.


FTE attended PTE in London last week, where we explored a number of solutions that have the potential to improve the airport terminal.

Tampa International Airport has become the latest US airport to announce the implementation of facial recognition biometrics technology.

The self-service bag drop units reduce passenger check-in times, and are currently in use by a number of airlines at Heathrow Terminals 2, 3 and 5.

FTE spoke to Heikki Koski, Chief Digital Officer at Finavia, to find out more about how the company is investing in the customer experience at Helsinki Airport.

Vancouver International Airport has become the first airport to be updated to meet the new Canadian Government biometric standards.

FTE spoke to Simone van Neerven, Head of Innovation, Vueling, who highlighted how her team is tackling operational challenges by introducing innovative solutions.
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us in Dublin for APEX FTE EMEA, APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing, and the brand-new FTE Smart Ramp & Baggage Innovation Summit – 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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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.
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The trial is part of the first phase of the Seamless Flow programme, which aims to enable seamless travel using facial recognition technology.

Tascent has been selected by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. to deliver an end-to-end biometric solution utilising facial recognition technology.

Utilising the latest biometric technology, Emirates passengers will be able to check-in, complete immigration, enter the lounge, and board their flight.

FTE spoke to Bengaluru International Airport’s Satyaki Raghunath as the airport gears up to deliver the largest deployment of biometric solutions at an Asian airport.

Utilising the latest biometric technology, Emirates passengers will be able to check-in, complete immigration, enter the lounge, and board their flight.

FTE spoke to Bengaluru International Airport’s Satyaki Raghunath as the airport gears up to deliver the largest deployment of biometric solutions at an Asian airport.

FTE explores how biometric-enabled processing is redefining the passenger experience at Bengaluru, Hong Kong and Changi airports.

The survey sheds light on passenger demand for self-service, automation, biometric identification and baggage tracking, complemented by a human touch.

Read some of the key takeaways from the Future Travel Experience Global Jump Seat Debate, which was led by British Airways’ Raoul Cooper.

FTE explores how the likes of Orlando, San Jose, Miami and Los Angeles international airports are making use of biometrics technology.

Working with CBP, the airport plans to implement biometrics for all departing travellers at seven gates this year, as part of the biometric exit mandate.

FTE spoke to Miami International Airport, British Airways and U.S. CBP to explore the advantages and challenges relating to biometrics technology.
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