IBM and United Airlines have announced a collaboration to deliver a suite of enterprise iOS apps to empower the carrier’s front-line employees.

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IBM and United Airlines have announced a collaboration to deliver a suite of enterprise iOS apps to empower the carrier’s front-line employees.

Finnair is the first airline in the world to allow passengers to pay for in-flight purchases using Alipay, which is popular among Chinese travellers.

FTE explains how and why in-flight connectivity holds the key to revolutionising struggling in-flight ancillary sales for airlines.

Eight of Philippine Airlines’ Airbus A330-300s will be retrofitted with business, premium economy and economy class cabins.

AirAsia X has launched its ‘Xcite Inflight Entertainment’ service, which gives passengers access to IFE and duty free shopping on Huawei Mediapad 2 devices.

Southwest Airlines has announced new connectivity deals with Panasonic and GEE as part of its efforts to enhance the onboard experience.

Turkish Airlines has selected Panasonic Avionics Corporation’s eX1Â IFEC system for 167 new narrow-body aircraft.

Delta is unveiling a new improved onboard lineup snack offering, including larger portions and more variety for customers while supporting its mission of continuing to invest in the overall onboard experience.

Emirates has introduced a new Christmas menu across all cabin classes featuring traditional festive meals, reflecting on its commitment to providing regional and seasonal offering.

Inmarsat has signed a contract with Air New Zealand to provide Global Xpress connectivity across the airlineâs long-haul and short-haul fleets.

Ryanair has partnered with Retail inMotion to integrate a meal pre-order IT solution into its booking system.
BMW Group Designworks Director, Strategic Partnering Garen Moreno explores the macro trends that are shaping the future onboard passenger experience.

FTE readers can download an outstanding presentation from Steven Greenway, Deputy CEO, U-FLY Alliance, focused on âPassenger Experience 2025 Asiaâ.

FTE speaks to Acro, Aviointeriors, Mirus, Molon Labe Seating and AirGo to find out how aircraft seating innovations can improve economy class experiences.

Inmarsat and Deutsche Telekom, together with Nokia and Thales, have successfully conducted a programme of test flights for the European Aviation Network.

Turkish Airlines has partnered with Denon to offer business class passengers high quality headphones, while tablet-based IFE will also be introduced.
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