Future Travel Experience has announced the winners of the FTE World Airline Ancillary and World Airport Retailing Awards 2026, as well as the airline and airport leaders from this year’s FTE Digital Transformation Power List EMEA.

Content plans: Join us in Dublin for APEX FTE EMEA, APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing – co-located to deliver the region’s most comprehensive gathering of air transport leaders.
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Join us at the 20th anniversary FTE Global, the “CES of Aviation” taking place in the new location of Dallas, Texas, on 8-10 September 2026, co-located with IFSA Global EXPO. Headline Partners include Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Southwest Airlines, and Dallas Love Field Airport.
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Join us for APEX FTE EXPO Asia, 18-19 November 2026 – Uniting the world in Singapore for the largest end-to-end passenger experience and innovation expo
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
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Future Travel Experience has announced the winners of the FTE World Airline Ancillary and World Airport Retailing Awards 2026, as well as the airline and airport leaders from this year’s FTE Digital Transformation Power List EMEA.

Aer Lingus has signed a multi-year agreement with AISmartPlan after a successful IAGi Accelerator trial, using AI-powered maintenance planning to improve efficiency and streamline operational decision-making.

WestJet has partnered with HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions) to introduce a Cancel For Any Reason ancillary product, giving travellers greater flexibility while supporting customer satisfaction and revenue growth.

In this interview, Eric Léopold, Founder & Managing Director, Threedot, and Content Director, APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing, discusses how agentic AI will redefine airline commercial models, the organisational shifts required, and more.

Discover the innovative solutions that will be on display at APEX FTE EMEA and Ancillary & Retailing on 9 to 11 June 2026 from the industry’s most established global industry providers and a major showcase of pioneering startups.

The new FTE Podcast launches with IAG Transform as its first guest, sharing insights into aviation innovation, industry partnerships and the challenges behind successful technology adoption.

iGA Istanbul Airport details its digital-first commercial strategy, focusing on transit engagement, 340+ destinations and new hybrid retail-F&B innovations, including plans to introduce a food delivery system called UÇUR.

LaGuardia Gateway Partners has introduced a first-of-its-kind interactive AI hologram in Terminal B, enhancing wayfinding and passenger support with real-time, multilingual digital assistance.

Berlin Brandenburg Airport has integrated flight comparison and booking into its website and app, enabling passengers to search, compare and book flights worldwide via Kiwi.com.

Porter Airlines has partnered with HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions) to launch Disruption Assistance, an optional add-on delivering real-time rebooking, cross-airline flexibility and refunds, enhancing CX while driving efficiency.

American Airlines has redesigned its mobile app as a smarter travel companion, combining innovation and customer-centric features to streamline trip management, improve flexibility, and enhance the overall passenger experience.

Austin-Bergstrom Airport has unveiled its fully operational AUS Flight Map, a digital tool enabling travellers to explore nonstop and connecting flights, compare options, and plan journeys with real-time insights.

Marina Lützenberger, Program Director, Corporate Strategy & Digitalization, discusses how Fraport has successfully scaled 50+ digitalisation projects in five years – from AI and robotics to workflow optimisation.

Wizz Air has partnered with HTS to introduce Disruption Assistance, a proactive rebooking solution that enhances passenger flexibility, boosts ancillary revenue, and improves CX during day-of-travel disruptions.

Air Macau is advancing its Modern Airline Retailing strategy with Datalex’s Stellex Offer Shopping & Pricing Engine, unlocking new revenue opportunities, enhancing digital customer engagement.

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have transitioned to a shared passenger service system, unifying bookings, apps, loyalty programmes, and airport check-in to deliver a seamless, self-service-enabled CX.
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