Phase one improvements to the security checkpoint at Louisville Airport (SDF) are underway, as part of the ‘SDF Next Program’ that will see $400m invested in enhancements to the Jerry E. Abramson Terminal.


Phase one improvements to the security checkpoint at Louisville Airport (SDF) are underway, as part of the ‘SDF Next Program’ that will see $400m invested in enhancements to the Jerry E. Abramson Terminal.

London Gatwick has announced a partnership Smiths Detection to supply state-of-the-art CT scanners. Once installed, passengers will no longer need to remove electrical items or liquids from hand baggage.

Riga Airport has introduced a separate screening line at the passenger security checkpoint for families travelling with children under the age of seven as part of efforts to “improve the travel experience”.

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is deploying 12 Rohde & Schwarz QPS Walk2000 walk-through scanners to optimise and streamline security and support high-volume screening at its employee checkpoints.

At FTE Global 2023, the FTE “Next Generation Aviation Security” Think Tank discussed their efforts towards designing a new model of aviation security leveraging innovative technologies and approaches.

In this video interview, Brian Gonzalez, CEO US & Chief Scientific Officer, shares how Micro-X is developing technology to redesign airport security checkpoints in collaboration with the U.S. DHS and TSA.
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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Pangiam are commencing the next-stage trials of Project DARTMOUTH, which is intended to transform airport security screening using AI to enhance inspection of carry-on bags.

Kaunas Airport is installing next-gen aviation security scanners and baggage handling lines. The three CT scanners in the departures zone will be in place in November, with testing planned during December.

VINCI Airports has announced a £100 million five-year investment plan to increase Belfast International Airport’s operational efficiency, while improving passenger experience and environmental performance.

Heathrow Timeslot is a free service which will give passengers a designated time and entry point to the security search area.

VINCI Airports has announced a £100 million five-year investment plan to increase Belfast International Airport’s operational efficiency, while improving passenger experience and environmental performance.

Heathrow Timeslot is a free service which will give passengers a designated time and entry point to the security search area.

Passengers simply walk through the scanner at a normal pace without stopping. The test and evaluation phase is set to last up to six months.

London Luton Airport has announced a £30 million investment to enhance the passenger experience. This includes a new £8 million flagship restaurant, as well as a £20 million refurbishment of the security hall.

The TSA has installed two state-of-the-art CT scanners at West Virginia Yeager Airport, streamlining the security experience as travellers will no longer need to remove laptops and liquids from hand baggage.

Oakland International Airport has completed its $11 million Terminal 2 Security Exit Project. The exit upgrade increases security at the airport and features new art that will welcome passengers to Oakland.

Lehigh Valley International Airport has unveiled a new TSA Security Checkpoint developed with Synect – a Platinum Sponsor of FTE Global (LA, 19-21 September 2023) – to provide a more efficient experience.

In this deep-dive interview, Jill Fraser, Transformation Programme Delivery Director, shares how the next phase of the Manchester Airport Transformation Programme will “revolutionise the customer experience”.
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