JFK Millennium Partners (JMP) has contracted Materna IPS to supply biometric-enabled bag drop equipment at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new Terminal 6.
The Flex.Go hybrid self-service system will allow passengers to drop their bags in less than 30 seconds during the check-in experience.
JFK Millennium Partners was selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) to build and operate the new 4.2 billion USD JFK Terminal 6. This is part of PANYNJ’s 19 billion USD redevelopment of JFK airport.
Thanks to this latest contract, Materna IPS will install one of the most extensive self-bag drop installations in the United States at the new facility.
This technology will contribute to a seamless passenger experience once the terminal opens in 2026.
Gary McDonald, President, Materna IPS Americas said:We are delighted to be partnering with JFK Millennium Partners and the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey at such an exciting time in the airport's history to bring the best in innovation to their passengers, airline partners, and agents. We are so excited for JFK's future and look forward to celebrating new milestones with this legendary airport.
The biometric-enabled equipment will allow passengers to efficiently self-verify their identification and drop their bags on the belt.
If passengers need additional assistance, airline staff can also operate the Materna systems. This hybrid capability will also suit airlines that are not yet biometric-ready.
Steve Thody, CEO, JFK Millennium Partners said:The Materna system perfectly aligns with our goal to create a state-of-the-art terminal that is digital first -- while also offering our guests choice. While some guests may prefer to utilise the self-service bag drop option, with its multiple languages and overall ease of use – others may still want support from an agent. The ability to offer our guests both options in an elevated check-in experience is what we're most excited about.
