Author: Ross Falconer

Dear industry colleague, I am pleased to personally invite you to join us at Future Travel Experience (FTE) Global, co-located with APEX/IFSA Global EXPO, taking place at the Long Beach Convention Center in Los Angeles on 28-30 October. This year’s event promises an incredible lineup, bringing together airports, airlines, ground handlers, vendors, and government representatives to explore […]

FTE Global takes place in Los Angeles on 28-30 October 2024 and will be packed with inspirational content. Key sessions will focus on Robotics & Autonomous Vehicles, Artificial Intelligence, Biometrics & Digital Identity, Private Networks, Accessibility and much more. In this deep-dive article, the likes of Pittsburgh International Airport, United Airlines, Miami International Airport, Alaska […]

The shortlists for the FTE APAC Pioneer Awards 2024 have been unveiled ahead of the presentation ceremony at the free-to-attend FTE APEX Asia Expo, which will take place in Singapore on 19-20 November. Read our full awards preview in which we highlight how these 20 pioneering airlines and airports from across Asia-Pacific are pushing the boundaries of innovation, […]

Hawaiian Airlines is now offering Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency WiFi free of charge to customers onboard all Airbus-operated flights between the islands and the continental US, Asia and Oceania. Hawaiian Airlines is now offering Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency WiFi free of charge to customers onboard all Airbus-operated flights between the islands and the continental US, Asia and Oceania. Hawaiian, […]

Macau International Airport has welcomed the opening of a new Plaza Premium First lounge. The lounge concept is designed to transform and elevate the travel experience with personalised hospitality. Macau International Airport has welcomed the opening of a new Plaza Premium First lounge. Plaza Premium First Macau is located near Departure Gate 10/10A and spans […]

Chicago Midway International Airport has opened ‘The Club MDW’ – its first-ever premium lounge. The Club MDW is designed to offer travellers a relaxing, comfortable environment with enhanced amenities. Chicago Midway International Airport has opened ‘The Club MDW’ – its first-ever premium lounge. Located near Gate B1 in the recently renovated Central Market, The Club […]

Pegasus Airlines – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has introduced AI-generated multilingual announcements. Hear more from Pegasus at FTE Global, Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024. Pegasus Airlines – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has introduced Artificial Intelligence (AI)-generated pilot announcements in Spanish, […]

United Airlines Live Activities are now available on Apple Watch, enabling travellers to access real-time flight details at a glance. Hear more from United at FTE Global, Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024. United Airlines Live Activities are now available on Apple Watch, making it even easier for travellers to access important, real-time flight details at […]

Manchester Airport is to open 22 new shops, bars and restaurants in the new Terminal 2 in 2025. Hear more from Manchester Airports Group at FTE Global, Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024. Manchester Airport is to open 22 new shops, bars and restaurants in the new Terminal 2 in 2025, as it completes the £1.3 […]