All Baggage & reclaim articles
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ArticleBaggage handling trends transforming modern airport operations
International Airport Review outlines the key trends driving modern airport baggage handling, such as automation, advanced technology integration, and sustainability initiatives.
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ReportThe Airport Leader’s Report 2026: Leading through the digital age
Access this FREE eReport offering insights on the challenges that airports are experiencing around the globe.
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ArticleTerminal OPS as the core of passenger experience
In today’s competitive airport industry, passenger experience fundamentally depends on well-planned and executed terminal operations.
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ArticleExperience the Future of Baggage Handling at PTE World 2026
Cognex 360° automated tag reading (ATR) solutions deliver up to 99% read accuracy for baggage tags, improving tracking and reducing manual encoding to enhance passenger satisfaction. Preview the latest ATR solutions at PTE World, March 17-19, booth C.114, London.
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NewsInternational Airport Summit launches 2026 edition in Rome supported by Aeroporti di Roma
The 2026 summit will gather global airport leaders in Rome this November, supported by Aeroporti di Roma as strategic partner for this year’s edition.
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ArticleThe future of baggage screening is becoming a systems question
Ahead of their involvement in PTE World Richard Thompson of Smiths Detection explores how airports are shifting towards integrated, connected screening systems as CT, AI support and open architecture redefine security performance, throughput and resilience across checkpoints and hold baggage.
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WebinarScaling baggage innovation for operational resilience in 2026
This webinar will explore how the industry’s most progressive airports are moving beyond mechanical constraints toward intelligent, data-led operations
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NewsSITA integrates passenger bag location sharing into WorldTracer system
SITA integrates Google Find Hub location sharing into WorldTracer to help airlines recover delayed baggage faster using passenger authorised tracking data.
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NewsHouston Airports shifts Air France and KLM to expanded Terminal E
George Bush Intercontinental Airport transitions Air France and KLM to Terminal E, advancing redevelopment plans and introducing streamlined international check in and security processing.
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ArticleThe Case for Smarter Facility Management at Airports
Recent incidents show how quickly failures in power, valves or baggage systems can escalate into airport-wide crises. Strengthening facility management can help reduce risk, improve resilience and protect the passenger experience, says Edouard Podolak – and digital technologies can help.
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NewsPicture of the week: Miami International Airport unveils $1bn Concourse D60 expansion
This week’s picture of the week highlights Miami International Airport’s $1 billion Concourse D60 expansion, adding 17 gates and transforming capacity, connectivity and passenger experience.
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ReporteReport: End-to-end asset management for future-ready airports
Read our free eReport which looks at how airport operators can reduce disruption, cut lifecycle cost, strengthen resilience, and meet rising regulatory and sustainability demands — without compromising daily operations.
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NewsLondon Luton Airport launches evening bag drop ahead of half term rush
London Luton Airport introduces a new twilight bag drop with Wizz Air as 325,000 passengers prepare to travel during February half term.
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NewsAtlanta Airport launches off site baggage service to ease terminal congestion
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport has introduced an off site baggage service to reduce terminal congestion and improve passenger flow.
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NewsMalta International Airport launches east expansion project to deliver new terminal by 2028
Malta International Airport has launched its East Expansion project, delivering a new terminal by 2028 to enhance passenger experience and support long-term traffic growth.
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NewsIncheon Airport launches world first cross border remote baggage screening for US bound passengers
Incheon International Airport has introduced automated remote baggage screening with U.S. authorities, cutting connection times and setting a new global aviation security benchmark.
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VideoHow Brussels Airport is future-proofing baggage operations for the next decade
Discover how Brussels Airport is modernising baggage operations with AI, semi-automated systems, and sustainable design to boost capacity, efficiency, and resilience for future passenger growth.
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NewsChangi Airport deploys autonomous tractors in major step towards airside automation
Changi Airport has rolled out fully driverless autonomous tractors in live airside operations, advancing its vision for a safer, more efficient ‘airside of the future’.
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VideoNarita Airport trials clothing compression service to help travellers manage growing luggage volumes
Narita International Airport is testing an automated clothing compression service aimed at reducing suitcase overflow, with a demonstration video showing how it works.
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Record year at London Heathrow Airport delivers historic passenger numbers and improved service across cargo and flights
London Heathrow Airport welcomed over 84 million passengers in 2025, setting records for punctuality, baggage handling, cargo volumes, and reinforcing its position as the UK’s busiest hub.