The Changi Experience: Inside One of Aviation’s Most Recognised Brands
Singapore Changi Airport is redefining itself from a high‑efficiency hub to a branded destination, embedding personalized experiences, extensive connectivity and sustainability into its core identity. The airport’s marketing team leverages AI, data analytics and a real‑time digital platform to deliver consistent, hyper‑personalized communications to passengers and partners. Initiatives such as solar‑panel installations, sustainable‑aviation‑fuel collaborations and climate‑resilience planning reinforce its green narrative. Looking ahead, the upcoming Terminal 5 will showcase next‑generation technology and green design, cementing Changi’s role as an industry benchmark.
International Airport Summit Partners with World-Renowned Innovators Aeroporti Di Roma for November Conference
International Airport Summit has teamed up with Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) to host an invitation‑only Day 0 event on 10 November at ADR’s Innovation Hub in Rome. Senior leaders, including VP Transformation & Technology Emanuele Calà and CEO Marco Troncone, will showcase...
Data in Action: Why Airports Can’t Afford to Get This Wrong
Airports are betting on data to drive efficiency, resilience and passenger experience, yet many still stumble on turning raw information into actionable insight. At the International Airport Summit in Berlin, senior leaders highlighted that reliable data, strong governance and clear...
How Airports Are Accelerating the Energy Revolution
Airports worldwide are moving from passive energy consumers to active managers, deploying a mix of renewable generation, electrification, and emerging fuels. Venice Marco Polo Airport is installing 70 acres of agrivoltaic solar to generate 80 GWh annually, while San Francisco International is...
AI-Driven Ground Operations: Lessons From Frankfurt Airport in Real Time
Frankfurt Airport has deployed AI‑driven computer‑vision to monitor more than 30 turnaround events, delivering real‑time timestamps and predictive insights. The system provides unprecedented visibility, allowing precise crew and equipment deployment and improving aircraft ready‑time forecasts. Implementation emphasized human‑centred design, data...
The Airport Leader’s Report 2026: Leading Through the Digital Age
The International Airport Review’s 2026 eReport compiles strategic insights from the International Airport Summit, roundtables, and its Advisory Board. It offers airport executives a framework to decouple growth from capital intensity, adopt AI‑driven operational intelligence, and build digital foundations that...
Experience the Future of Baggage Handling at PTE World 2026
Cognex is showcasing its next‑generation 360° automated tag reading (ATR) system at PTE World 2026 in London. The AI‑powered solution claims up to 99% read accuracy, full IATA compliance, and seamless integration with RFID, dimensioning and OCR technologies. Its 360‑degree...
How Frankfurt Airport Is Making the Energy Transition Real
Frankfurt Airport’s operator Fraport is executing a multi‑pronged renewable energy plan that combines long‑term offshore wind power purchase agreements with on‑site vertical photovoltaic installations. Starting mid‑2026, an 85 MW PPA with the He Dreiht wind farm will supply roughly 372 GWh of...
International Airport Summit Launches 2026 Edition in Rome Supported by Aeroporti Di Roma
The International Airport Summit returns to Rome for its 2026 edition, taking place on November 11‑12 and backed by Aeroporti di Roma. The two‑day event will feature senior airport leaders, including COOs from Milan, Calgary and Tampa, discussing actionable strategies...
PTE Preview: Sara Solis, Circular Economy Lead, Royal Schiphol Group
Royal Schiphol Group’s circular economy lead, Sara Solis, outlines how the airport embeds circular principles—avoidance, low‑impact choices, lifespan extension, and material recovery—directly into design, procurement and operations. She highlights that upstream decisions in construction and asset design generate the biggest...
Why Lifecycle Cost Optimisation Matters for Airports
Airports manage capital‑intensive assets whose lifecycle costs dwarf initial outlays, with only 15‑20% of total expense incurred at purchase. Total cost of ownership analysis shows roughly 80% of an asset’s cost accrues through energy use, maintenance, downtime and eventual replacement....
Scaling Baggage Innovation for Operational Resilience in 2026
Airports are moving from experimental baggage pilots to a 2026 rollout of fully integrated, software‑driven handling systems. The upcoming webinar highlights how AI, robotics, computer vision and IoT‑enabled tags will turn baggage handling from a cost‑center into a predictive, resilient...
PTE PREVIEW: Doug Wycoff, Director of Digital Solutions & Innovation, Tampa International Airport
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is investing over $2 billion in a new 16‑gate international airside and a suite of digital upgrades, including agentic AI, LiDAR, and GIS analytics. The airport uses AI‑driven dashboards to automate cleaning, parking, and checkpoint staffing, delivering...
From Silos to Synergy: How Data Sharing Is Transforming Airports
The aviation sector is moving from isolated legacy systems to open‑architecture platforms that enable real‑time data sharing among air traffic control, airlines, and airports. Searidge Technologies, a NATS subsidiary, showcased its Chorus platform powering tools like Intelligent Stand Manager, which...
PTE PREVIEW: Fabrizio Magliocca, Director of Business Transformation, Innovation & Quality, Aeroporti Di Roma
Fabrizio Magliocca, Director of Business Transformation at Aeroporti di Roma, outlined a five‑year plan that moves the airport beyond passenger volume to a predictive, connected, and people‑centric hub. The strategy hinges on AI‑enabled assistants, computer‑vision analytics, digital twins and a...
