In part 1 of our comprehensive focus, Vantage Group, Air France-KLM, Threedot, MUC, Oman Air, nlmtd, YVR, Kinetic Consultancy, and more share their insights into the top ancillary & retailing trends in 2025.


In part 1 of our comprehensive focus, Vantage Group, Air France-KLM, Threedot, MUC, Oman Air, nlmtd, YVR, Kinetic Consultancy, and more share their insights into the top ancillary & retailing trends in 2025.

Singapore Airlines is collaborating with Salesforce to co-develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for airlines at the Salesforce AI Research hub in Singapore to further enhance customer experience.

All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Hopper have begun sales of ANA international tickets using New Distribution Capability (NDC). Hopper will help ANA “continue to enhance travel experiences for customers”.

KLM is trialling Immfly’s ‘Buy On Board’ service, as it explores digital onboard solutions to further enhance CX. The aim is to offer travellers more personalisation, while also achieving operational efficiencies.

In part 2 of our comprehensive focus on Generative AI, Alaska Airlines, VINCI Airports – Aéroports de Lyon, Turkish Airlines, Berlin Brandenburg Airport and Amazon Web Services share how it is poised to transform CX.

Edinburgh Airport is implementing Veovo’s curb-to-flight flow management. This will provide a comprehensive view of passenger movement, helping improve all aspects of the airport journey.

In part 1 of our comprehensive focus on Generative AI, Aeroporti di Roma, Fraport, SITA and DataArt share how it is poised to revolutionise processes, streamline operations and enhance user experiences.

Iberia – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has launched ‘Háblalo Iberia’, a personalised app designed to improve the travel experience for people with communication difficulties.

Cathay Pacific and SITA – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – are collaborating to deliver network connectivity across 51 airports, optimising access to Cloud technology.

Kelowna International Airport has implemented several new software modules from Copenhagen Optimization, bringing together key functions as part of its “vision for the airport of the future”.

Cathay Pacific and SITA – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – are collaborating to deliver network connectivity across 51 airports, optimising access to Cloud technology.

Kelowna International Airport has implemented several new software modules from Copenhagen Optimization, bringing together key functions as part of its “vision for the airport of the future”.

SkyTeam – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – is embracing digital tech with a Loyalty Benefits Calculator, so customers can quickly see which benefits apply across their journey.

Air Canada has implemented a next-generation airline operation solution from Lufthansa Systems, which is designed to enhance operational efficiency and CX by improving punctuality and reliability.

SITA – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – is partnering with Palo Alto Networks on AI-powered cybersecurity.

FTE explores a selection of the top trends and technologies for 2025 and beyond, including robotics and automation, Artificial Intelligence, biometrics and digital identity, immersive technologies, and more.

Marabu Airlines has launched ‘Cloud Shopper’, an online check-in project developed in collaboration with partners including Ink Innovation (a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub).

Delta Air Lines passengers will soon experience a new Delta Sync partnership with YouTube. Plus, Delta’s next-generation, cloud-based IFE will deliver smarter, more personalised digital experiences.
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