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On the Ground News

On the Ground News

FTE CEO Update – our bold vision for 2025 and how we can innovate together through FTE’s unique portfolio
Top baggage trends to watch in 2025: Air Canada, Avinor, Lufthansa, LAS, Southwest, KEF, United, DOH and more on robotics, autonomous vehicles, bag tagging, tracking and more
Avinor plans procurement of electric aircraft chargers as part of test arena for zero and low-emission aviation
All Nippon Airways becomes latest pioneering member of groundbreaking FTE Smart Ramp program, accelerating automation and collaborative innovation
Toronto Pearson implements Waites Sensor Technologies advanced predictive maintenance system for enhanced operational efficiency
Fraport selects Avolta and Lagardère Travel Retail for F&B outlets at FRA’s new Terminal 3
London Stansted Airport and UK Innovation Corridor announce partnership focused on AI and digital tech
Cathay Pacific and SITA expand network connectivity across 51 global airports for an “optimal passenger experience”
Kelowna International Airport partners with Copenhagen Optimization on IT enhancements
Macau International Airport upgrading security areas with biometrics and other tech enhancements
ADR strengthens “green transition” with unveiling of new solar farm at Rome Fiumicino
Airport Authority Hong Kong launches ‘SKYTOPIA’ Airport City blueprint promising “top-tier experiences”

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New airlines join Budapest Fast Track security service

New airlines join Budapest Fast Track security service

Several new airlines have joined Budapest Airport’s convenient Fast Track service, which is designed to enhance the passenger experience by bypassing airport security queues. The service is available to passengers on participating airlines.

DFW Airport launches mobile app

DFW Airport launches mobile app

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport has launched its official mobile app for smartphones. The app provides the latest information and updates regarding flights, parking, shops, restaurants and airport services. The app’s push notification feature is said to be a first for airport-developed apps, notifying passengers who request information about changes to flight details.

Lisbon Airport installs eGates in Terminal 1

Lisbon Airport installs eGates in Terminal 1

ANA Aeroportos de Portugal has partnered with Vision-Box to install access control security checkpoint eGates in Terminal 1 at Lisbon Airport. The e-gates enable the automation of passenger control by validating their boarding pass – either paper or electronic.


Future Travel Experience World Innovation Summit

13–15 May 2025, Pittsburgh

A worldwide summit uniting inventive minds to tackle aviation’s biggest challenges, explore PIT’s Terminal Modernization, and uncover the city’s vibrant tech and innovation landscape.

Future Travel Experience Ancillary

10-12 June 2025, Dublin

Empowering the airline sector to profit from collaborative digital retailing opportunities at every step of the journey

Future Travel Experience Ancillary

10-12 June 2025, Dublin

Empowering the airline sector to profit from collaborative digital retailing opportunities at every step of the journey

APEX Future Travel Experience EMEA

10-12 June 2025, Dublin

A gathering of air transport’s digital and innovation leaders, creative designers and progressive minds who will inspire one another and reimagine travel together.

Future Travel Experience Global

09-11 Sep 2025, California

Where the world's most progressive travel facilitators define tomorrow’s end-to-end passenger experience

Future Travel Experience APEX Asia EXPO

11-12 November 2025, Singapore

Connecting vendors with airline and airport executives to transform tomorrow’s end-to-end passenger journey across Asia-Pacific


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