Qatar Airways has debuted Sama – its Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered digital human cabin crew – on social media, as part of its vision to blend human connection with technological innovation.


Qatar Airways has debuted Sama – its Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered digital human cabin crew – on social media, as part of its vision to blend human connection with technological innovation.

In this video interview, Soonil Hwang, Deputy Director, Fast Travel Team, IIAC, shares how Incheon has analysed the demands of customers and drawn a “Journey Map” to help transform CX, and much more.

In this video interview, Ursula Silling, CEO, Branchspace, shares how the company contributes to the evolving landscape of airline retail, seamless customer and staff experiences, and digital transformation.

Delta has introduced Delta Concierge, an AI-powered digital tool bringing advanced capabilities to its Fly Delta app. Delta Concierge uses Generative AI to create seamless and personalised experiences.

Glasgow Airport has launched a state-of-the-art, AI-powered digital assistant to provide real-time information and enhance navigation throughout the terminal for “smoother and more personalised journeys”.

United – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Hub and a Partner of the FTE BIWG – has integrated Apple’s new Share Item Location feature for AirTag into its app, so customers can access their bag’s precise location.
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Aer Lingus – a Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – has enabled Apple’s Find My Share Item Location feature. The feature is designed to enhance CX by helping quickly locate lost or delayed bags.

Iberia Express, in collaboration with Immfly, has launched an innovative in-seat order service designed to redefine the inflight retail experience. Passengers can order F&B and retail through their own personal device.

Air Canada has launched the next evolution of its digital experience with the expansion of the airline’s Digital Identification program as a boarding option for domestic flights at Vancouver International Airport.

Lyon Airport – part of the network of VINCI Airports (a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub) – has launched a virtual queuing service in partnership with Copenhagen Optimization.

Air Canada has launched the next evolution of its digital experience with the expansion of the airline’s Digital Identification program as a boarding option for domestic flights at Vancouver International Airport.

Lyon Airport – part of the network of VINCI Airports (a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub) – has launched a virtual queuing service in partnership with Copenhagen Optimization.

AirAsia, ICN, Cathay, GMR, All Nippon Airways, CAG, Singapore Airlines, HKG, IndiGo and NRT were recognised in the FTE APAC Pioneer Awards 2024 ceremony, which took place on 19 November in Singapore.

Branchspace is a Silver Sponsor and exhibitor at FTE APEX Asia Expo, Singapore, 19-20 November 2024. Ahead of the event, Ursula Silling, CEO, Branchspace, shared an update with Future Travel Experience.

In this video interview, Maurice Jenkins, Chief Innovation Officer, Miami International Airport, discusses the FTE Smart Ramp innovation program, the transformative Modernization in Action (M.I.A.) Plan, and more.

Riyadh Air has unveiled its new digital offering, designed to change the way people interact with airlines through personalised experiences, powered by Artificial Intelligence, that make travelling much easier.

In this interview ahead of his participation at FTE APEX Asia Expo 2024, Giovanni Gennaro, Head of Open Innovation, shares how Aeroporti di Roma believes innovation is key to shaping the airport of the future.

Meet the 12 executives on the FTE Airport Digital Transformation Power List Asia-Pacific 2024, who have been recognised for their outstanding efforts to lead how their organisation has embraced digital innovation.
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