International Airport Review

The baggage innovation trends shaping the industry in 2026/2027

2026-06-15T08:30:00+01:00By Gabriel Higgins

Baggage handling is undergoing significant transformation as airports adopt new technology and become more data-driven to meet rising passenger expectations and address workforce challenges. International Airport Review examines the key trends shaping the sector through 2026 and 2027.

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From constraint to value: how Narita is transforming passenger flow into experience and revenue
2026-06-10T07:00:00+01:00By Masaki Takeuchi
International Airport Summit 2026 speaker, Masaki Takeuchi from Narita International Airport Corporation, writes how data‑driven passenger flow management, automation and total airport management can boost capacity, experience and commercial value without physical expansion.
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Planning airport infrastructure amid uncertainty: A Swedavia perspective
2026-06-01T08:00:00+01:00By John Nilsson
John Nilsson, Strategy Manager for battery-electric and hydrogen aircraft from Swedavia Airports explores how scenario-based planning, flexible infrastructure and cross-sector collaboration are becoming essential as airports prepare for fossil-free aviation amid deep uncertainty.
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How Rome Fiumicino is shaping the airport of the future: ADR CEO Marco Troncone
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Scaling baggage innovation: From pilot projects to operational reality
2026-05-26T16:46:00+01:00
Industry experts from Aruba Airport and Amsterdam Schiphol reveal how airports are transforming baggage handling through predictive data systems, strategic robotics deployment and cross-stakeholder collaboration. Learn how to move innovations from pilot projects to daily operations while managing workforce challenges and rising passenger demands.