How Vueling is addressing business needs through the use of innovative technology
“Innovation is happening in every corner of Vueling,” says Simone van Neerven, Head of Innovation at the Spanish airline. Indeed, the low-cost carrier has an impressive track record of introducing creative new solutions to drive the passenger experience forward. As van Neerven explains: “We were the first airline in the world to launch Google Pay, […]
Denver airport first to use new TSA full-body scanner
Transportation Security Administration at Denver International Airport is using a new technology that allows travelers to keep their hands at their side when screened at security checkpoints. The Colorado Sun reports airport CEO Kim Day says the Denver airport is the first in the country to pilot the technology. The new scanner uses the same […]
IATA developing App Store-like platform for tech providers
IATA hopes to simplify the relationship between airlines and technology providers with a platform similar to Apple’s App Store called Travel Grid. Air travel is overly fragmented, with each passenger journey involving many companies using their own technologies and ways of communicating, IATA head of innovation Juan Iván Martín said Nov. 14 at the Accelerate […]
How data, customisation and automation will shape the next generation of airport terminal design
“Airport of the future” has become something of a buzzword in the air transport industry. While technology continues to develop and the expectations of today’s connected passengers keep shifting, the airport terminal is also constantly changing. To learn more about the latest trends in airport terminal design and the technological advancements that will drive future […]
Airbus extends Technology Research with Chinese partners
A joint lab established to explore the application of nanoscience in aeronautic industry Beijing, 5th July "“ Airbus Beijing Engineering Centre (ABEC), a joint venture between Airbus and China Aviation Industry Corporation (AVIC), opened a new lab on nanocomposite materials jointly with National Centre for Nanoscience and Technology of China. On the same day, the […]
Passengers Want Technology to Give Them More Control Over Their Travel Experience
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the results of its 2017 Global Passenger Survey (GPS) which revealed that passengers expect technology to give them more personal control over their travel experience. Based on 10,675 responses from around the globe, the survey provided insight into what passengers want from their air travel experience. Topping the […]
Boeing to Acquire Aurora Flight Sciences to Advance Autonomous Technology Capabilities
Boeing [NYSE: BA] plans to acquire Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, a world-class innovator, developer and manufacturer of advanced aerospace platforms, under an agreement signed by the companies. Aurora specializes in autonomous systems technologies to enable advanced robotic aircraft for future aerospace applications and vehicles. «The combined strength and innovation of our teams will advance the […]
Boeing Invests in Video and Augmented/Virtual Reality Leader C360 Technologies
Boeing (NYSE: BA) today announced its investment in C360 Technologies, a Pittsburgh-based company focusing on 360° video and augmented/virtual reality. It is the latest investment by Boeing HorizonX’s venture arm established earlier this year, and the first in a company headquartered in the emerging Pittsburgh tech market. «Our C360 investment is a powerful example of […]
Airbus appoints LUO Gang to lead new innovation centre in China
Luo Gang has been appointed CEO of Airbu"™ new innovation centre to be set up in China. A location will be announced at a later date With a degree in electrical engineering from Tianjin University and an MBA from the London Business School, Gang spent nearly three years establishing Uber China"™s business before it was […]
Etihad comfortably surpasses industry target with a 2.5 per cent fuel efficiency improvement in 2016
Etihad Airways claims to have improved fuel efficiency across all operations by 2.5% in 2016, which represented savings of nearly 190,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions, the equivalent of 1,200 flights between Abu Dhabi and London. The UAE"™s national airline says it is working on several key initiatives to optimise efficiency, both with the aircraft fleet […]
