Category: Travel

In a major announcement at FTE Global 2024, Brussels Airport has been unveiled as the latest member of BOOST – a groundbreaking initiative to transform the future of baggage handling through robotics and automation. Pictured are: Darin Juby, Head of Transformation, Future Travel Experience; Wopke Dost, Director Open Innovation, nlmtd; and Yorick Buys, Head of […]

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) will be deploying Assaia’s ApronAI technology to enhance turnaround management. Assaia has announced at Future Travel Experience Global this week that Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) will be deploying the company’s ApronAI technology to enhance turnaround management. Integrated through Saab’s Aerobahn Surface Management Suite, ApronAI will provide LAS with improved […]

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published the first Easy Access Rules for small category VCA (VTOL-capable aircraft). This publication contains requirements for the management of small category VCA, displayed in a consolidated, easy-to-read format, with advanced navigation features through links and bookmarks. It consolidates the following material: SC VTOL Issue 2, MOC Issue […]

The world’s most pioneering airlines and airports were recognised for their outstanding efforts to transform the passenger experience and define the future of the air transport industry at the Future Travel Experience Global 2024 Awards ceremony, which took place on 29 October in Los Angeles. The outstanding achievements among our FTE Americas Digital Transformation Power […]

Daniel Coleman, Founder & CEO, Future Travel Experience; William Rumsey, Head of Product – Airport & Customer Ops Airline, British Airways; Keith Walters, Group Transformation Lead, International Airlines Group; Maurice Jenkins, Chief Innovation Officer, Miami International Airport; and Manuel van Lijf, Director Aviation Innovation, nlmtd. Future Travel Experience (FTE) and nlmtd (Unlimited) are delighted to […]

October 28, 2024 In a landmark development for rail travel between Dublin and Belfast, services will now operate on an hourly basis, effective today. This expansion marks the most significant enhancement of cross-border train services in over 25 years, greatly improving connectivity between these two major cities and reflecting a renewed commitment to public transport […]

Shannon Airport has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative. It is the latest in a series of initiatives to make the travel experience at the airport as seamless and inclusive as possible. Shannon Airport has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative to support more than half a million people in Ireland living with […]

SITA – an exhibitor at FTE Global (LA, 28-30 October) and Platinum Sponsor and exhibitor at FTE APEX Asia Expo (Singapore, 19-20 November) – is to revolutionise Air Niugini’s digital infrastructure. SITA – an exhibitor at FTE Global (Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024) and Platinum Sponsor and exhibitor at FTE APEX Asia Expo (Singapore, 19-20 November […]

In response to escalating tensions in the Middle East, Qatar Airways has announced the temporary suspension of flights to Iraq, Iran, and Lebanon. This decision reflects growing concerns about safety and security in the region, as geopolitical instability continues to impact air travel. Reasons for Suspension Qatar Airways cited the “current situation” in the Middle […]

United Airlines is collaborating with the United Spinal Association to further enhance accessibility. Hear more from United Airlines at FTE Global – the “CES of Aviation” – in Los Angeles on 28-30 October. More than 20,000 customers who travel with wheelchairs have already used United Airlines’ industry-first digital sizing tool since it launched in March 2024, with feedback […]