British Airways has launched a new six-month smart technology trial, utilising biometrics, for international flights at London Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5.


British Airways has launched a new six-month smart technology trial, utilising biometrics, for international flights at London Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5.

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.

Paris Aéroport is installing more than 100 state-of-the-art self-service bag drop units at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly airports. The technology will mean passengers can drop bags in just 30 seconds.

The first phase of the $2.3 billion Delta Sky Way features new centralised check-in lobby, expanded security checkpoint and baggage claim.

The system is equipped with a biometric photo-matching technology that compares a scan of government-issued identification with a photo of the passenger for verification.

The airline is trialling a range of new technologies at San José Mineta International Airport, including new iPad check-in and bag-drop system.

The airport has selected Elenium Automation to install its VYGR self-service technology, including 30 portable check-in kiosks and 23 bag drops.

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.

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.

American Airlines has introduced passport chip scanning to its mobile app, allowing passengers to scan their passports and verify their details.

Japan Airlines has announced it will progressively implement self-service bag drops and facial recognition technology at Narita International Airport.

Passengers can now use the airline’s WhatsApp channel to check their flight status, obtain general information about their trip, and check-in.
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