Category: Travel

SITA – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – is to install state-of-the-art passenger verification and check-in solutions, including common-use self-service bag drops, at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. SITA is also an exhibitor at FTE Global, Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024, and a Platinum Sponsor and exhibitor at FTE APEX Asia […]

Data is critical to the aviation industry and the Internet of Things (IoT) plays an important role in collecting that data, helping to optimise operations, enhance efficiency and take customer experiences to the next level. Indeed, IoT is one of the three key themes of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub in 2024, alongside […]

Changi Airport Group – a Headline Partner of FTE APEX Asia Expo, taking place in Singapore on 19-20 November 2024 – is to trial the use of autonomous buses to transport airport staff around SIN’s airside. Changi Airport Group (CAG) – a Headline Partner of FTE APEX Asia Expo, Singapore, 19-20 November 2024 – has signed a […]

Alaska Airlines has opened a new lounge at San Francisco International Airport’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1. The modern and spacious 11,000 square foot space is designed to enhance the pre-flight experience. Alaska Airlines has opened a new lounge at San Francisco International Airport’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1. The modern and spacious 11,000 square foot space […]

Alaska Airlines has selected RECARO Aircraft Seating to retrofit its Boeing 737-800 and MAX 8 aircraft with the R2 economy class seat and R5 business class seat, as it aims to “deliver a premium experience”. Alaska Airlines has selected RECARO Aircraft Seating to retrofit its Boeing 737-800 and MAX 8 aircraft with the R2 economy class […]

Korean Air has commenced operations with its first Boeing 787-10, which features the newly-launched Prestige Class seats – Prestige Suites 2.0 – that are designed to offer a luxurious experience. Korean Air has received its first Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner. The next-generation, eco-friendly 787-10 features the latest state-of-the-art technology, superior fuel efficiency and reduced carbon emissions. […]

Air France – a Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – and Alltheway have partnered to extend their baggage drop-off and delivery services to Paris and the Paris region, further enhancing CX. Air France – a Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – and Alltheway have partnered to extend their baggage drop-off and […]

Abu Dhabi Airports has partnered with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security to introduce a biometric Smart Travel project at Zayed International Airport. Abu Dhabi Airports has partnered with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security to introduce a biometric Smart Travel project at Zayed International Airport. In collaboration with Next 50, […]

Gatwick Airport, easyJet, Airbus and Air Products have formed the London Gatwick Hydrogen Hub, as they commit to the decarbonation of air transport and developing the use of hydrogen at airports. Photo: Airbus Gatwick Airport, easyJet, Airbus and Air Products have formed the London Gatwick Hydrogen Hub, as they commit to supporting and accelerating the […]

SITA – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – has installed state-of-the-art Swift Drop Self-Bag Drop units in the new Alaska Airlines location at SFO Harvey Milk Terminal 1. SITA – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – has announced the successful completion of delivery testing for its […]