In a compelling keynote interview at FTE Global 2025, United CEO Scott Kirby revealed how technology, culture, and customer focus are redefining the airlineâs global ambitions and passenger experience.


In a compelling keynote interview at FTE Global 2025, United CEO Scott Kirby revealed how technology, culture, and customer focus are redefining the airlineâs global ambitions and passenger experience.

A key session at FTE Global 2025 focused on âSmarter Signage Starts Here: Strategy, Content & Systems that Deliverâ. Watch the full video, featuring DFW Airport, Synect, Burns Engineering Group, and Faith Group.

A key element that makes FTE events unique is our carefully-curated content. View the inspiring video content from the FTE Global 2025 conferences, including exclusive keynotes, presentations and panel sessions.

In this video interview, Daan Boot, Strategy & Innovation Advisor, discusses how Royal Schiphol Group is leveraging technology, cross-industry collaboration and more to drive autonomous Smart Ramp innovation.

At FTE Global 2025, Meta announced the next chapter in its partnership with Lufthansa Group, bringing virtual experiences to even more passengers and making the future of travel entertainment even more accessible.

FTE Global, renowned as the âCES of Aviationâ, took place in Long Beach, California, on 9 to 11 September 2025 where it was, once again, co-located with APEX/IFSA Global EXPO. Take a look at our round-up of the key highlights.
Content plans: Exploring new trends & knowledge sharing
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Find out more >>Content plans: Tour on 11th hosted by GOAA; Networking Day on February 12th
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Find out more >>Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
Find out more >>Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us in Dublin for APEX FTE EMEA, APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing, and the brand-new FTE Smart Ramp & Baggage Innovation Summit â co-located to deliver the regionâs most comprehensive gathering of air transport leaders.
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us at the 20th anniversary FTE Global, the âCES of Aviationâ 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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Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us for APEX FTE Expo Asia, 18-19 November 2026 â uniting the world in Singapore for the largest end-to-end passenger experience and innovation expo.
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Winners of the FTE Americas Innovate Awards â the industryâs definitive innovation competition for the region â were announced at FTE Global â the âCES of Aviationâ â in Long Beach, California, on 11 September 2025.

San Diego International Airport (SAN) has partnered with Ariadne to harness its real-time people flow insights. SAN has unified its data and unlocked new levels of efficiency, passenger satisfaction, and commercial growth.

In this interview ahead of FTE Global, Andrea Goodpasture, Managing Director – Airport Affairs, shares how Southwest Airlines is on a transformation journey to address the evolving needs and desires of its customers.

Synect is Diamond Sponsor of FTE Global 2025. In this interview, ahead of his participation at the event, Yahav Ran, CEO, Synect, shares how signage and digital content can shape CX from curbside to gates and back.

In this interview ahead of FTE Global, Andrea Goodpasture, Managing Director – Airport Affairs, shares how Southwest Airlines is on a transformation journey to address the evolving needs and desires of its customers.

Synect is Diamond Sponsor of FTE Global 2025. In this interview, ahead of his participation at the event, Yahav Ran, CEO, Synect, shares how signage and digital content can shape CX from curbside to gates and back.

In this interview, ahead of her participation at FTE Global, Yvonne Bilshausen, SVP | Global Head of Aviation, Architecture + Engineering, shares how AECOM designs iconic, human-centric terminals and concourses.

Synect is Diamond Sponsor of FTE Global (Long Beach, California, 9 to 11 September 2025). In this blog, Synect shares how it is transforming the airport experience and why you shouldnât miss what the company is sharing at FTE Global.

Atrius Wayfinder is helping Dublin Airport create a seamless, real-time navigation experience, empowering travellers and shaping the airport of the future. Atrius is a Gold Sponsor and exhibitor at FTE Global 2025.

Ahead of their participation at FTE Global 2025, Aena, Alaska Airlines, Vienna Airport, Gerald R. Ford Airport Authority, and Synaptic Aviation share their âPilot Storiesâ and the secrets to a successful innovation strategy.

FTE Global â the âCES of Aviationâ â takes place in Long Beach, California, on 9 to 11 September 2025. Read our in-depth event preview to learn about the inspirational content, dynamic exhibition, and much more.

In this interview, Larry Krauter, CEO, CVG Airport, discusses the importance of a collaborative approach to transformation, CVGâs exciting plans for its expanded exhibition Pavilion at FTE Global, and much more.
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