Latest Passenger Handling News
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MCO Launches Identity Verification Technology for International Arrivals
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection have introduced a new biometric identity verification system.
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American Airlines to Launch Free Inflight Wi-Fi
American Airlines has announced plans to offer complimentary inflight Wi-Fi to AAdvantage members from January 2026, sponsored by AT&T.
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E-Gate Rollout Expanded to Improve Airport Border Control in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has deployed 152 automated e-gates at airports across Saudi Arabia.
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BAGTAG and Ink Innovation to Integrate Digital Bag Tags into Airline Check-In Systems
Ink Innovation and BAGTAG have announced a partnership to integrate digital bag tag technology into the Ink passenger handling ecosystem.
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London Gatwick Completes Transition to CT Security Scanners
London Gatwick Airport has upgraded its security scanners, allowing passengers to keep electronic devices and liquids in their cabin bags.
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IATA Advocates for Digital Identity Adoption
IATA has urged the aviation sector to accelerate the adoption of digital identity technologies to enhance security and efficiency.
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Revealed: Airlines Most Likely to Lose Luggage in the UK
A new study conducted by Ink Digital has revealed the top ten airlines most likely to misplace passenger luggage in the UK.
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Beonic and JFKIAT Implement AI-Driven Solutions at JFK Terminal 4
Beonic has partnered with JFKIAT, the operator of JFK Terminal 4, to implement AI-driven solutions that improve passenger flow management.
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Québec City Airport Trials New Customised Security Screening Line
CATSA has introduced a new customised screening line at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB).
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Birmingham Airport Unveils Two New Passenger Screening Lanes
Birmingham Airport has announced the addition of two new passenger screening lanes in anticipation of its busiest year to date.
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Pittsburgh International Airport's New Pilot Addresses Travel Disruptions
Pittsburgh International Airport's new pilot programme aims to address common travel disruptions such as lost luggage and gate changes.
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Frankfurt Becomes First Airport to Regularly Use Walk-Through Passenger Scanners
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) has become the world’s first to implement walk-through security scanners for routine passenger screening.
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Air Canada Expands Digital Identification Boarding at YVR
Air Canada has expanded its Digital Identification programme for domestic flights departing from Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
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Alstef Completes New BHS Installation in Sint Maarten
Alstef Group has completed the installation of a new baggage handling system at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in Sint Maarten…
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Biometric Boarding System Operational at Denver International Airport
BigBear.ai has successfully implemented its veriScan biometric verification system at Denver International Airport (DEN).
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London Gatwick Awarded ACI Accessibility Accreditation
London Gatwick has become the UK's first airport to receive ACI's Level 1 Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation.
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Denver International Airport Introduces Biometric Boarding for International Flights
Denver International Airport (DEN) has introduced biometric facial recognition technology at 15 gates to enhance the boarding process.
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UK CAA Report Highlights Improved Accessibility Standards at Airports
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has released its annual Airport Accessibility report, showing positive trends.
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Changi Airport Offers Passport-Free Immigration
In Singapore, Changi Airport (SIN) is launching passport-free immigration checkpoints for arriving passengers.
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Materna IPS to Install Biometric Bag-Drop Systems at JFK Terminal 6
JFK Millennium Partners has contracted Materna IPS to supply biometric-enabled bag drop equipment at JFK's new Terminal 6.
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LAX APM Train to Commence Service in January 2026
The new automated people mover (APM) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is expected to commence passenger service in January 2026.
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SITA Installs Self-Service Solutions at Shanghai Pudong International Airport
SITA has installed self-service passenger verification and check-in technologies at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in China.
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Vancouver International Airport Trials Self-Driving Robotic Pods
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is trialling self-driving robotic pods developed by A&K Robotics to enhance accessibility.
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Public Self-Driving Shuttle Pilot Launches at JFK
The PANYNJ is hosting a self-driving shuttle pilot for the travelling public at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).