REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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.
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
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
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Southwest Airlines has marked 15 years of its ‘Live at 35’ inflight music programme with a surprise performance by the Plain White T’s, showcasing its focus on delivering memorable onboard passenger experiences.
United Airlines is launching a new chef-curated inflight dining experience in partnership with Chef’s Table, bringing globally inspired menus and pre-order options to Polaris Business Class from August 2026.
Qantas has unveiled its Project Sunrise A350-1000ULR cabin design, featuring science-led innovations in seating, lighting and wellbeing ahead of the world’s first non-stop Sydney-London flights in 2027.
SWISS is enhancing the passenger experience with digital inflight menus that allow travellers to view meal options before departure and, on eligible flights, pre-select or pre-order their preferred meal.
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are enhancing the onboard passenger experience with a refreshed beverage programme featuring a new international Business Class wine selection, premium cold brew coffee and more.
American Airlines is enhancing the connected travel experience through a new FOX One partnership, giving AAdvantage members inflight access to live FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, news and entertainment content.
SAS has rebranded its ‘Conscious Traveler’ initiative as EuroBonus ChangeMakers, giving loyalty members new ways to engage with the airline’s sustainability, operational improvement and ESG-focused programmes.
Wizz Air will become the first European ultra-low-cost carrier to offer Starlink inflight connectivity, bringing high-speed, low-latency internet access to passengers across its fleet from 2027.
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
15-17 June 2027, 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.
15-17 June 2027, Dublin, Ireland
Empowering the airline sector to profit from collaborative digital retailing opportunities at every step of the journey
The co-located APEX FTE EMEA and Ancillary & Retailing events took place in Dublin on 9 to 11 June 2026, with the theme of ‘Transformative Approaches & Business Models’. Take a look at our visual round-up of the key highlights.
The co-located APEX FTE EMEA and Ancillary & Retailing 2026 events concluded with the FTE Innovate Awards ceremony – the industry’s definitive innovation platform. The FTE EMEA Startup Innovation Award was also presented.
Future Travel Experience has announced the winners of the FTE World Airline Ancillary and World Airport Retailing Awards 2026, as well as the airline and airport leaders from this year’s FTE Digital Transformation Power List EMEA.
Ahead of the launch of the exclusive Commercial Collaboration Playbook at APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing, Munich Airport, MAI, Heathrow and AJet share their perspectives on creating new revenue opportunities through collaboration.
Virgin Atlantic has announced that Juha Jaervinen, Chief Customer Officer (CMXO) & Executive Vice President, will deliver the opening keynote at the co-located APEX FTE EMEA and APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing events.
Saudia is the first airline to install Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova inflight engagement solution on the Airbus A321XLR, introducing immersive entertainment, personalised digital experiences and enhanced passenger connectivity.
Aer Lingus has signed a multi-year agreement with AISmartPlan after a successful IAGi Accelerator trial, using AI-powered maintenance planning to improve efficiency and streamline operational decision-making.
Virgin Atlantic demonstrated the power of its new Starlink WiFi service with a live Sugababes performance streamed from 35,000ft, highlighting the future potential of high-speed onboard connectivity.
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