REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
In this video interview, Giovanni Gennaro, Open Innovation Manager, shares how ADR is transforming travel experiences with technology, sustainability, customer-focused solutions and startup acceleration.
Harvey Tate, Human API – Digital Transformation, shares the IAG vision and path towards achieving autonomous operations and the collaborative approach needed among industry partners.
The second FTE Aviation & Robotics Summit – with Pittsburgh International Airport as Host Airport – took place in the ‘Robotics Capital of the World’ on 14-16 May 2024. Read our full report.
Changi Airport Group – a Headline Partner of FTE APEX Asia Expo, Singapore, 19-20 November 2024 – and Aurrigo have agreed to bring in a fleet of four autonomous baggage handling vehicles to pilot at SIN.
Researchers from Fraunhofer IML (a Corporate Partner of the FTE Hub and a Partner of the FTE BIWG) have demonstrated the initial results of the ‘Digital Testbed Air Cargo’ (DTAC) research project at MUC.
Ahead of their participation in the FTE Aviation & Robotics Summit, Alaska Airlines, CVG, United, Schiphol and Southwest share insights into how robotics, automation and AI can enhance operational efficiency and CX.
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 – co-located to deliver the region’s 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 “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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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us for APEX FTE EXPO Asia, 18-19 November 2026 – Uniting the world in Singapore for the largest end-to-end passenger experience and innovation expo
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In this interview, Idar Sørgjerd, Department Manager, BHS, Tech & Op. Excellence, shares Avinor’s strategy for its baggage handling infrastructure, with robotics, autonomous vehicles, and AI at the forefront.
MUC’s LabCampus is to welcome Exotec – a pioneer in scalable robotics systems – which is establishing its new HQ at the innovation hub. It strengthens LabCampus’ position in AI, mobility, and tech expertise.
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.
FTE Global 2023 included the FTE AI Symposium, which explored the potential of Artificial Intelligence in aviation 5, 10, and 20 years from now, featuring Southwest, SEA, Boeing, Teague and Ink Innovation.
9 to 11 June 2026, Dublin, Ireland
A gathering of air transport’s digital and innovation leaders, creative designers and progressive minds who will inspire one another and reimagine travel together.
9 to 11 June 2026, Dublin, Ireland
Empowering the airline sector to profit from collaborative digital retailing opportunities at every step of the journey
08 - 10 Sep 2026, Dallas, Texas
Where the world's most progressive travel facilitators define tomorrow’s end-to-end passenger experience
18-19 November 2026, Singapore
Connecting vendors with airline and airport executives to transform tomorrow’s end-to-end passenger journey across Asia-Pacific
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.
FTE Global 2023 included the FTE AI Symposium, which explored the potential of Artificial Intelligence in aviation 5, 10, and 20 years from now, featuring Southwest, SEA, Boeing, Teague and Ink Innovation.
The FTE Aviation & Robotics Summit will return to Pittsburgh on 14-16 May 2024, with Pittsburgh International Airport as the official Host Airport.
Kristen Berndt, Senior Manager, Baggage Strategy & Innovation, United, explains the airline’s key efforts to streamline the passenger experience, better leverage data, and embrace emerging technologies.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol – an Airport Lab Network Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – is testing two new technologies aimed at improving the work of employees in the baggage handling hall.
Emirates is launching a City Check‑in and Travel Store. This allows passengers to check-in and drop off bags using self-service kiosks or a robotic check-in system, “providing customers with more technology-focused solutions”.
The inaugural Aviation & Robotics Summit took place in Pittsburgh, the “robotics capital of the world”, on 18-20 April 2023.
Pittsburgh International Airport and International Airlines Group have launched an innovation partnership that will explore exciting new solutions with the robotics and tech community.
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