The FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group (BIWG) has launched a call for expressions of interest for its new proof of concept (POC) initiative, which focuses on permanent bag tags.


The FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group (BIWG) has launched a call for expressions of interest for its new proof of concept (POC) initiative, which focuses on permanent bag tags.

JetBlue’s Joanna Geraghty discusses JetBlue’s trial of e-tags, and considers how the likes of Uber, Lyft and FedEx can help deliver a simplified travel experience.

Lufthansa has confirmed that the official rollout of the RIMOWA Electronic Tag will begin on 14 March following successful tests with customers.

John Whittaker, Air New Zealand’s Group General Manager Airports, talks to FTE about the airline’s biometric bag drop and electronic bag tag plans.
RIMOWA Electronic Tag is the first fully integrated mobility solution for luggage and features an embedded digital bag tag.

An industry insider tells FTE that permanent electronic bag tags will be commonplace within 12 months and could pave the way for a digital passenger smartcard.

IATA’s Thomas Windmuller discusses the latest developments concerning home-printed bag tags, permanent electronic bag tags and the IATA Cabin OK initiative.
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