Hamad International Airport has implemented disinfectant robots and advanced thermal screening helmets in preparation for post-COVID-19 travel.


Hamad International Airport has implemented disinfectant robots and advanced thermal screening helmets in preparation for post-COVID-19 travel.

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) has become the first US airport to use autonomous robots with ultraviolet light technology for cleaning.

The technologies adopted by Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) include disinfection channels, antimicrobial coating and autonomous cleaning robots.

Incheon Airport’s Jungy Han discusses the Smart Airport Team’s ambitious technology plans as well as the COVID-19 Free Airport strategy.

At Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, the Neo robot has been deployed to autonomously clean floors throughout the terminal.

FTE explores what the passenger experience might look like post-COVID-19 and what this could mean for airlines, airports and travellers.
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Innovation leaders from Southwest, Vantage Group & BIAL share their thoughts on tech trends and disruptors that will shape the air transport industry.

Frankfurt Airport recently trialled a new self-driving guide robot, called YAPE, to accompany passengers to their gates and help them with their luggage.

All Nippon Airways and Panasonic will be trialling the self-driving electric wheelchairs to increase mobility and accessibility at Tokyo Narita Airport.

FTE spoke to Heikki Koski, Chief Digital Officer at Finavia, to find out more about how the company is investing in the customer experience at Helsinki Airport.

All Nippon Airways and Panasonic will be trialling the self-driving electric wheelchairs to increase mobility and accessibility at Tokyo Narita Airport.

FTE spoke to Heikki Koski, Chief Digital Officer at Finavia, to find out more about how the company is investing in the customer experience at Helsinki Airport.

FTE explores a selection of the top technologies and trends for 2019, including biometrics, blockchain, robotics, AI, voice technology, AR, VR and more.

Haneda Robotics Lab, Incheon Airport and Vistara are among those playing a leading role when it comes to the adoption of robots and AI.

The vehicle is controlled remotely by humans and can also drive autonomously, incorporating machine-learning to perform its tasks.

Dave Wilson, Director of Airport Innovation, Port of Seattle, outlines how Sea-Tac is using technology to improve the passenger experience across the airport.

Delta Air Lines has become a member of the Exoskeleton Technical Advisory Group (X-TAG), which will work on strategies to bring full-body, powered industrial exoskeleton systems to the workforce.

FTE explores how the likes of Rotterdam The Hague Airport, Gatwick, Heathrow and Groupe ADP are using autonomous vehicles to support operations, from baggage handling to cargo and shuttle services.
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