Future Travel Experience

Great to have Shai Weiss, CEO, Virgin Atlantic back on a Future Travel Experience stage skillfully interviewed this time by Michelle Fleury at BBC News in Long Beach this morning. His enthusiasm is infectious.

Now on Stage 2 at #FTEGlobal, we’re exploring the future of airport digital ecosystems in a session sponsored by Synect, and moderated by Royce Holden from Mead & Hunt. A stellar line-up including Yahav Ran from Synect; Michael Youngs from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW); Faith Varwig from Faith Group, LLC; Robert Bischoff from Gensler, and AUSTIN GOULD from Gould Strategic Solutions, discuss the critical role of a content-first strategy, emphasising its impact on hardware, software, and airport infrastructure decisions. #FTEGlobal #FIDS #digitalsignage #digitalecosystem #wayfunding

The Networking Party at #FTEGlobal is underway, with excitement building as the FTE Global Awards ceremony, sponsored by Assaia – The ApronAI, takes center stage! It’s a fantastic evening of connecting with industry peers, exchanging ideas, and unwinding after a packed day of insights. Here’s to an incredible night! #FTEGlobal #networking #airlines #airports #aviationcommunity

A fantastic presentation from Christopher L. Neal, Director of PDX at Port of Portland, on the ambitious $2 billion PDX Next Project. Christopher highlighted how the new PDX aims to be the “local-est” airport yet, featuring stunning architecture that creates a strong sense of place. This vision is being realised through thoughtful design, emerging technology, and innovative wayfinding solutions. #FTEGlobal #PDXNext #airports #infrastructure

An exciting session taking place right now at FTE Global, with the ‘FTE Exclusive – Unveiling of the new FTE Airport Design & Development Think Tank’. The Think Tank has really pushed the boundaries, exploring the ways in which airport design, and planning approaches, will likely evolve to better accommodate digital, sustainability and human expectations for a new terminal at a major international airport in 2040. Captained by Yvonne Bilshausen, SVP | Global Head of Aviation Architecture + Engineering, AECOM, the Think Tank members also include Bryant L. Francis, Director of Airports, Cleveland Airport System; Guðmundur Daði Rúnarsson, CCO and Airport Development Officer, Keflavík Airport (KEF); Kaveh Dabiran, Managing Director, Corporate Real Estate Planning & Development, United Airlines; Mike Hardaker, Chief Asset & Development Officer, MAG (Airports Group); and Michael R. Christensen, Chief Development Officer, Los Angeles World Airports. #FTEGlobal #airports #aviation #innovation #digitaltransformation #sustainability

The FTE Accessibility Symposium here on Stage 2 at #FTEGlobal is all about making the travel experience truly inclusive and accessible for everyone. Moderated by Pierre Charbonneau from ACI World - Airports Council International, we’ve heard valuable insights from Hannah Meredith, C.M. from CVG Airport - Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport ; Gus Naughton from Alaska Airlines; Jack Kavanagh from The National Disability Authority and Center for Excellence in Universal Design; and Jo Rowan from PriestmanGoode. Together, they’re highlighting new solutions and strategies that can make a real impact in creating a more inclusive passenger experience. #airlines #airports #accessibility #passengerexperience

A packed session here at #FTEGlobal for an inspiring presentation from Marisa Von Wieding, VP of Operations at The New Terminal One at JFK! Set to open in 2026, the new Terminal 1 aims to deliver a “world-class experience” that will elevate travel for visitors and New Yorker residents alike. Marisa shared their vision of building a state-of-the-art terminal with efficient processes and meaningful partnerships. As she highlighted “it’s not just about the shiny new walls; it’s about the people and systems that will bring the terminal to life”. Exciting times ahead for JFK! #FTEGlobal #JFK #newterminal

Here in sunny Long Beach, we’re excited to kick off Day 2 of #FTEGlobal, co-located with APEX IFSA Global Expo! The first keynote session kicks off at 9:00am, leading into a jam-packed day with inspiring keynotes, exclusive announcements, and cutting-edge showcases that will shape the future of the industry. Looking forward to another day of innovation and insights from industry leaders! #FTEGlobal APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) #airlines #airports #innovation #technology

Exciting news at FTE Global with Future Travel Experience and nlmtd announcing that International Airlines Group (IAG) and Miami International Airport – both Corporate Partners of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – are inaugural members of the pioneering new FTE Smart Ramp program. Smart Ramp is the latest initiative as part of the groundbreaking FTE Accelerating Collaboration & Engagement (ACE) platform launched in partnership with innovation consultancy nlmtd. ACE is dedicated to driving real collaborative action among stakeholders, facilitating fast progress and dynamic change in key areas of the aviation industry which are rife for transformation. Read the full story >> https://lnkd.in/e8CbU5Gg Photo: Grant Pritchard Keith Walters Gurm Nijjer William Rumsey Maurice Jenkins, IAP, C.M. Daniel Coleman #FTEGlobal #FTEInnovationHub #airlines #airports #aviation #innovation