Category: Travel

Finnair and Travelport have announced an enhanced long-term relationship with a multi-source content agreement that includes both New Distribution Capability (NDC) content and traditional content. Finnair and Travelport have announced an enhanced long-term relationship with a multi-source content agreement that includes both New Distribution Capability (NDC) content and traditional content. The agreement confirms that Travelport’s […]

Etihad Airways has equipped 10 Airbus A320 aircraft that recently joined its fleet with AirFi’s wireless inflight entertainment (IFE) platform and has gone live with complimentary streaming IFE for passengers. Etihad Airways has equipped 10 Airbus A320 aircraft that recently joined its fleet with AirFi’s wireless inflight entertainment (IFE) platform. The aircraft, operating from Etihad’s […]

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, […]