Author: Ross Falconer

The shortlists for the FTE Global Pioneer Awards 2024 have been unveiled. The FTE Global Airline Pioneer Awards and FTE Global Airport Operators Pioneer Awards shine a light on the 20 airlines and airports across world that are pushing the boundaries of innovation, enhancing the customer experience, and playing a vital role in advancing the air […]

Belfast City Airport has introduced Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel across 100% of its fleet of airside vehicles and equipment. The switch will reduce its annual carbon vehicle emissions by up to 90%. Belfast City Airport has introduced Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel across 100% of its fleet of airside vehicles and equipment. The switch will […]

Eurowings, Eurowings Digital and zeroG have collaborated to stage a hackathon – ‘Coding Wings for Gravity’ – designed to leverage data and Artificial Intelligence to drive innovation within the aviation industry. Pictured: Johannes Hansen, Managing Director, Eurowings Digital and CIO, Eurowings; Jens Bischoff, CEO, Eurowings; and Manuel v. Esch, Managing Director, zeroG. Eurowings, Eurowings Digital […]

VINCI Airports – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – and SITA (an exhibitor at FTE Global, LA, 28-30 October 2024) are implementing innovative tech at seven airports in Brazil. VINCI Airports – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – is to implement the SITA […]

Munich Airport has taken another step on its ‘Net Zero 2035’ sustainability strategy with delivery of its first 10 electric passenger buses, which offer a comfortable journey from gate to aircraft. Munich Airport has taken another step on its ‘Net Zero 2035’ sustainability strategy. MAN Truck & Bus Germany has delivered the first 10 electric […]

Norse Atlantic Airways has started using Swiipr’s digital passenger compensation payments system at JFK, MIA and LAX, and will soon be expanding this to LAS, as part of efforts to further enhance CX. Norse Atlantic Airways has started using Swiipr’s digital passenger compensation payments system at JFK Airport, Miami International Airport and Los Angeles International […]

Air Canada has signed an inflight entertainment content agreement with Anuvu, starting in September 2024, significantly increasing the content selection to 1,000+ movies and 3,500+ TV episodes. Air Canada has signed an inflight entertainment content agreement with Anuvu, starting in September 2024. Anuvu’s solutions will significantly increase the volume of Air Canada’s content selection to […]

Schiphol Group – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has begun testing 10 autonomous wheelchairs made by WHILL – an exhibitor at FTE Global, Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024. Schiphol Group – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has begun a year-long test of […]

Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore’s iconic lifestyle destination, and Trip.com, a leading player in the global travel industry, have announced a strategic three-year partnership aimed at promoting travel. Changi Airport Group is a Headline Partner of FTE APEX Asia Expo, taking place in Singapore on 19-20 November 2024. Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore’s iconic lifestyle destination, and […]

Qatar Airways is integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance its digital brand experience. This includes redefining the pre-travel experience with Sama 2.0, the world’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) flight attendant, and QVerse – its virtual travel experience platform. In this deep-dive interview ahead of his participation at FTE APEX Asia Expo, taking place in Singapore on […]