Iberia launches ‘Innovation HUB’ with focus on emerging tech

Iberia – a member of International Airlines Group (a Headline Partner of APEX FTE EMEA and APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing, Dublin, 10-12 June 2025) – has launched its ‘Innovation HUB’ – a new platform that centralises its technological, operational and sustainability commitments, using emerging technologies and new approaches. Iberia – a member of International Airlines […]

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Lufthansa Innovation Hub and MUC T2 partner to drive innovation

Lufthansa Innovation Hub and Munich Airport Terminal 2 are partnering on joint initiatives to drive innovation. Pictured are Matthias Langbehn, Managing Director, Terminal 2 Company and Dr Stefan Nothelfer, Senior Director, Head of Corporate Venturing & Strategic Growth, Lufthansa Innovation Hub, signing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Lufthansa Innovation Hub, the Berlin-based innovation centre of […]

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IAG opens applications for IAGi Accelerator 2025

International Airlines Group (IAG) has opened applications for the 2025 IAGi Accelerator Programme. This year’s accelerator is looking for startups specialising in Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, sustainability, customer-focused platforms, connectivity and next-generation computing technology to streamline operational efficiencies, boost productivity and elevate the customer journey across IAG’s operating companies. International Airlines Group (IAG) – Headline Partner […]

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International Airlines Group launches IAGi Ventures

International Airlines Group (IAG) has launched a new corporate venturing arm – IAGi Ventures – with plans to invest up to €200 million over the next five years in high-potential startups and scaleups. International Airlines Group (IAG) – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and Headline Partner of the co-located […]

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Vantage Group launches Vantage Futures to accelerate innovation

Vantage Group has launched Vantage Futures, a corporate venture initiative that has already made its first investment in Opfyx, an AI-enabled software suite being piloted at JFK Airport’s Terminal 7. Vantage Group has launched Vantage Futures, a corporate venture initiative, to transform the future of aviation and transportation infrastructure. Vantage Futures seeks to invest in and partner with early-stage, […]

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Saudia Group announces Saudiathon challenge to elevate CX

Saudia Group – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has announced plans for the Saudiathon challenge (Jeddah, 23-26 January 2025) and is accepting applications. Saudia Group – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has announced plans for the Saudiathon challenge, taking place in Jeddah on […]

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Aeroporti di Roma’s focus on innovation, robotics, AI, IoT & more

Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – strongly believes that innovation is a key leverage to shape the airport of the future. Moreover, collaboration is essential for fostering a robust ecosystem within the aviation sector and enhancing operational efficiency. In this interview ahead of his participation […]

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New Terminal One at JFK and K2 Security Screening Group partner

The New Terminal One at JFK and K2 Security Screening Group are partnering to build a large state-of-the-art passenger screening checkpoint at the new global gateway for “an exceptional CX”. The New Terminal One at JFK and airport security screening systems specialist K2 Security Screening Group have announced a partnership to build a large state-of-the-art […]

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Fraport installs advanced scanners from Rohde & Schwarz at FRA

Fraport – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – is installing 100 new security scanners from Rohde & Schwarz at Frankfurt Airport as part of its checkpoint modernisation programme. Fraport – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has contracted technology company Rohde & Schwarz […]

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SAS participates in SkyTeam Aviation Challenge

SAS is participating for the first time in The Aviation Challenge, presented by SkyTeam, which is designed to showcase operational excellence, sustainability efforts, and innovative strategies. SAS is participating for the first time in The Aviation Challenge (TAC), presented by SkyTeam, featuring a selected historic route from Copenhagen (CPH) to Los Angeles (LAX). For decades, […]

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