As part of its efforts to explore how technology can create a smoother airport journey, Melbourne Airport has been trialling self-boarding in T2.


As part of its efforts to explore how technology can create a smoother airport journey, Melbourne Airport has been trialling self-boarding in T2.

The SITA Passenger IT Trends Survey highlights an upward trend in passenger satisfaction, with self-service adoption also on the rise.

Thanks to “Leo”, bags are collected, checked in, transported and loaded onto the correct flight without ever having to enter the terminal building.

FTE spoke to easyJet’s Sophie Dekkers and Gatwick Airport’s Guy Stephenson about the passenger experience implications of the new bag drop zone in North Terminal.

The new self-service check-in kiosks will be installed at Bahrain International Airport as part of its drive to implement IATA’s Fast Travel processes.

From self-service bag drop to a single passenger token, Hamad International Airport is embracing new technology to create a seamless “smart airport”.

Hong Kong Airlines has revealed that it will introduce six self-service bag drop machines at Hong Kong International Airport.
Lufthansa’s Dr. Björn Becker tells FTE about the carrier’s plans to launch touchless bag drop and various other services to improve passengers’ baggage experience.
The new kiosk, which has been designed to support current and future technology trends, is already in operation at Amsterdam, CDG and Orly airports.
Narita International Airport has made a fresh investment in common use, self-service and digital signage, continuing its relationship with Rockwell Collins.
The new kiosk, which has been designed to support current and future technology trends, is already in operation at Amsterdam, CDG and Orly airports.
Narita International Airport has made a fresh investment in common use, self-service and digital signage, continuing its relationship with Rockwell Collins.
Viracopos International Airport has implemented automated border control e-gates to create a more seamless and secure passenger experience.
FTE takes a look at the top five technology trends that will shape the passenger experience in 2016, and which should be on every airport and airline’s radar.
FTE speaks to SITA, Rockwell Collins, DSG Bagdrop, Materna, P5T and ICM about the future direction of self-service bag drop and the role that biometrics will play.
Five of the new bag drop units equipped with biometric cameras have been installed at Auckland Airport, and eight more will be added in early 2016.
The latest generation SmartGates will help to expedite the departures process for international travellers, and replace the previous two-step system.
Jetstar Asia CEO Barathan Pasupathi on how self-service, a digital focus and putting the customer at the heart of the business is having a positive impact.
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