Ahead of his participation at FTE Global 2024, Simon Gandy, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, The New Terminal One at JFK, explains the ambition to be among the world’s top five airport terminals.


Ahead of his participation at FTE Global 2024, Simon Gandy, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, The New Terminal One at JFK, explains the ambition to be among the world’s top five airport terminals.

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new digitally-native airline, has partnered with noon Payments to offer seamless digital payment acceptance. Hear more from Riyadh Air at FTE Global in Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024.

Miami International Airport – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has announced the winners of its second Public Innovation Challenge, which prioritises customer service tech.

After a successful trial of Bluebox’s Blueview digital services platform, PLAY Airlines has now deployed the onboard retail solution across its entire fleet of 10 Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft.

Ahead of his participation at FTE Global 2024, Christopher Neal, Director of PDX Next Operations, Port of Portland, shares how PDX Next is reimagining facilities with innovative tech and new approaches.

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is partnering with Agents of Discovery, an educational technology platform, to introduce new Augmented Reality games for passengers to enjoy in-terminal.
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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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In a special interview, Kerem Kızıltunç, PhD, CIO of Turkish Airlines, who also oversees Turkish Technology, details a strategy that includes fintech, AI, biometrics, and an all-encompassing digital experience.

In this video interview, Branchspace CEO Ursula Silling and Head of Consulting Radu Iliescu share their perspectives on key retailing trends and how airlines are adapting to them, as well as personalisation and UX optimisation.

Wizz Air has launched a new voice solution for its virtual customer service assistant, Amelia. In the event of a significant delay or cancellation, travellers will now receive an automated telephone call.

Heathrow Airport has awarded a five-year contract extension to SITA – an exhibitor at FTE Global, LA, 28-30 October, and a Platinum Sponsor and exhibitor at FTE APEX Asia Expo, Singapore, 19-20 November.

Wizz Air has launched a new voice solution for its virtual customer service assistant, Amelia. In the event of a significant delay or cancellation, travellers will now receive an automated telephone call.

Heathrow Airport has awarded a five-year contract extension to SITA – an exhibitor at FTE Global, LA, 28-30 October, and a Platinum Sponsor and exhibitor at FTE APEX Asia Expo, Singapore, 19-20 November.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has expanded Mobile Passport Control to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, enhancing CX and streamlining traveller’s entry process into the United States.

Shannon Airport has launched a new app featuring Augmented Reality and smartwatch integration as part of its “commitment to enhancing passenger convenience and embracing cutting-edge technology”.

Etihad Airways is enhancing the customer experience with the launch of an online chat feature designed to provide the latest accurate information on the documents passengers need before they travel.

As part of efforts to communicate to customers in real-time, United Airlines – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – is using AI tools to send travellers information about their trip.

In this video interview, Charlotte Posada-Kandel, Manager Ancillary Products, SunExpress, shares the airline’s ‘360+5’ journey towards offering a more tailored, customer-centric product proposition.

SEA Milan Airports has implemented the Pocket Flights next-generation flight information solution from AirportLabs at both Malpensa and Linate airports, as part of its commitment to leveraging cutting-edge tech.
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