The FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub along with the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group members convened on 28-29 February 2024 at Tampa International Airport for a fantastic collaborative event.
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The FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub along with the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group members convened on 28-29 February 2024 at Tampa International Airport for a fantastic collaborative event.
British Airways – a member of International Airlines Group (a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and a Partner of the FTE BIWG) – has launched a £7 billion transformation plan.
KLM, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and IDEMIA are among the stakeholders collaborating on a Digital Travel Credential pilot project until 31 March 2024. Digitisation makes checks faster and more efficient.
In this article, we explore examples of collaborative innovation from ADR, IndiGo and GMR. Plus, we share exclusive insights into a new “coalition of the willing” being launched by Schiphol with the FTE BIWG.
AirAsia MOVE, formerly known as airasia Superapp, has unveiled the updated, refreshed look of its app on the App Store and Google Play as it strives “to elevate and enhance every traveller’s experience”.
Qantas has revealed what customers can expect from its A220s when the new aircraft start flying in March 2024, as well as the acceleration of WiFi rollout and a major investment in digital experience.
Content plans: Discussion on recovering bags with passengers – how do we collectively improve? The September virtual meeting will include a focus on the RUSH process for quick recovery of mishandled bags, highlighting automation, expediency and passenger visibility.
Find out more >>Content plans: PoC update, AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Discussion centring on check-in – what is the future for a seamless experience? The next in-person members meeting, taking place alongside FTE Global, will examine what future bag drops will look like, as well as tagging, capacity and flow enhancements.
Find out more >>Content plans: Retailing innovation in Los Angeles and exploring the utilisation of the Metaverse and other new technologies in travel retail.
Find out more >>Content plans: Under the theme of "Transforming Air Transport”, air transport leaders from across the globe will gather in LA to learn, collaborate, and be inspired to elevate their organisation’s passenger experience, business performance, innovation, and sustainability strategies.
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Discussion on outbound baggage loading and movement – what will this look like in five years? November’s in-person members meeting will explore areas including loading, movement, scanning, load cells, and more.
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: The final virtual members meeting of 2024 will focus on the “year in review”, while also providing an update on current Proof of Concepts and looking ahead to plans for 2025.
Find out more >>New technology that confirms the validity of a traveller’s identification and their flight information in real time is now in use at the TSA security checkpoints at Virginia’s Norfolk International Airport.
Icelandair is collaborating with Omnevo on the deployment of a cutting-edge Electronic Point of Sale (ePOS) system. The partnership aims to revolutionise inflight services and enhance passenger experience.
SITA – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – has published its 2023 Air Transport IT Insights report.
Shannon Airport has streamlined the experience of passengers travelling to the US with the introduction of an innovative app, which is designed to reduce inspection time at the US pre-clearance facility.
SITA – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – has published its 2023 Air Transport IT Insights report.
Shannon Airport has streamlined the experience of passengers travelling to the US with the introduction of an innovative app, which is designed to reduce inspection time at the US pre-clearance facility.
International Airlines Group (IAG) invited FTE for a briefing on its innovation activities. We learned how IAG will be collaborating with its partners on trials covering robotics & automation, AI & ML, and more.
Bob Kwik, Global Head of Airports and Ground Transportation, Amazon Web Services, shares his perspective with FTE on the hot topic of generative AI and how airports can use it to help their customers.
Aer Lingus has continued its digital transformation journey by launching Revolut Pay as a form of payment on the Aer Lingus app and website, so customers can complete the checkout process in a single click.
VINCI Airports – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has launched a new biometric experience at Portugal’s five biggest airports, in a strategic partnership with Vision-Box.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has launched a newly-developed app for Apple Watch. Using AI, this allows travellers to quickly and easily access the latest information about their flight on their wristwatch.
FTE explores a selection of the top trends and technologies for 2024 and beyond, including robotics and automation, biometrics and digital identity, sustainability, Urban Air Mobility and more.
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