Future Travel Experience

Founded in 2006, Future Travel Experience (FTE) is an independent company that focuses on organizing events and creating online content aimed at enhancing the overall experience for travelers. What began as a single event in North America a decade ago has grown into a global presence, now featuring three prestigious annual events: FTE Global, FTE Asia EXPO, and FTE Europe. In 2015, these events attracted over 2,000 high-ranking professionals from the air travel and tourism sectors.

International, Trade/B2B

English

Online/Digital

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Global

#505833

United Kingdom

#93703

Travel and Tourism/Air Travel

#567

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Iberia-hosted FTE Communities Live Day in pictures

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

The second FTE Communities Live Day event of 2025 took place on 7 April 2025, hosted by Iberia at its Madrid headquarters. Over 100 members of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group and FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub engaged in an inspiration-filled joint meeting, with compelling presentations, collaborative discussions and valuable networking. Additionally, FTE Hub members benefitted from a guided tour of Iberia’s state-of-the-art MRO facility at Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Robotics revolution: Schiphol, Boston Dynamics, Southwest and Fraport discuss how they are stretching the boundaries of innovation with robotics and automation

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

We are in the midst of a robotics revolution. Robotics technologies and automation can help to solve some of the air transport industry’s biggest challenges, while reimagining approaches to delivering more personalised customer experiences and enhancing operational efficiencies. In part 1 of our extensive focus on robotics and automation Schiphol Group, Boston Dynamics, Southwest Airlines and Fraport share their insights into the latest developments and trends in this domain.
Lufthansa Innovation Hub and MUC T2 partner to drive innovation

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

Lufthansa Innovation Hub, the Berlin-based innovation centre of Lufthansa Group, and Munich Airport Terminal 2 have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Together, they recognise that, as the aviation industry continues to evolve, several challenges must be tackled on both the customer and business sides. Innovation plays a key role in addressing these challenges, offering opportunities to digitalise, automate, optimise, and re-invent.
solutions4networks discusses role as network infrastructure provider for PIT’s Terminal Modernization Program

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

solutions4networks is a Bronze Sponsor of the FTE World Innovation Summit, which takes place on 13-15 May 2025, hosted by Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). In this interview, Michele McGough, CEO, discusses solutions4networks’ role as network infrastructure and network security solutions provider for PIT’s Terminal Modernization Program, and much more.
Iberia launches ‘Innovation HUB’ with focus on emerging tech

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

Iberia – a member of International Airlines Group (a Headline Partner of APEX FTE EMEA and APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing, Dublin, 10-12 June 2025, and a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub) – has launched its ‘Innovation HUB’, a new platform that brings together and gives visibility to its entire trajectory and commitment to innovation.
VINCI Airports testing agentic AI-powered virtual assistant at Lyon Airport to enhance CX

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

VINCI Airports – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – is testing a virtual assistant powered by agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) at Lyon Airport. The 3D avatar is capable of providing passengers with information and answering their questions. It uses agentic AI technology developed by startup Jumbo Mana, with the virtual assistant delivering answers to passengers’ questions and using 3D animation to look like a real person.
Delta unveils new Sky Club at ATL

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

Delta Air Lines has opened its eighth Sky Club location at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport – Concourse D-Center Point. The newest Delta Sky Club, inspired by the city’s Southern hospitality and urban elegance, is the second largest in ATL and seats the most guests – 506 to be exact. The addition of this Club further elevates Delta’s ability to serve the Atlanta market, enhancing the customer experience with comfort and convenience.
Fraport and TAV expand Antalya Airport to “significantly elevate the passenger experience”

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

Fraport – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – and TAV Airports Holding have completed the first construction phase of the Antalya Airport expansion. Terminal 2 – the international terminal – has been expanded by 132,000sqm, while 38,000sqm have been added to the domestic terminal.
TAAG Angola Airlines selects Business Class seating from Unum

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

Flag carrier TAAG Angola Airlines (TAAG) has selected Unum Aircraft Seating to be the Business Class seating supplier for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The project is part of TAAG’s ongoing investment in enhancing passenger experience and fleet modernisation. “Introducing Unum One into our Business Class cabin gives us the tools to enhance comfort and quality for our passengers,” said Miguel Carneiro, Chief Commercial Officer, TAAG.
All Nippon Airways partners with RECARO Aircraft Seating

1 week ago | futuretravelexperience.com | Ross Falconer

All Nippon Airways (ANA) and RECARO Aircraft Seating have unveiled their latest passenger comfort innovations. The new R3 Economy Class and R4 Premium Class seats are designed specifically for the next-generation cabins of ANA on international routes. The R4 Premium Class seats feature an increased seat pitch of approximately 40 inches and an enhanced recline of about two inches, providing greater relaxation and reduced fatigue on long-haul flights.