Baggage handling

Baggage handling is the process of transporting passenger luggage from a check-in counter at a departure airport, onto a plane cargo hold and then to a collection point at an arrival airport.

A baggage handling system (BHS) is made up of a number of different processes and checks. A BHS is designed to count bags, check weights of bags, balance loads, screen suitcases for security reasons, transport bags through an airport conveyor belt system and read bag information automatically.

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International Airport Summit launches 2026 edition in Rome supported by Aeroporti di Roma

11 March 2026 | By International Airport Summit

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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The future of baggage screening is becoming a systems question

11 March 2026 | By Richard Thompson

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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Scaling baggage innovation for operational resilience in 2026

9 March 2026 | By International Airport Review

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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SITA integrates passenger bag location sharing into WorldTracer system

9 March 2026 | By Gabriel Higgins

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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Houston Airports shifts Air France and KLM to expanded Terminal E

3 March 2026 | By Gabriel Higgins

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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Picture of the week: Miami International Airport unveils $1bn Concourse D60 expansion

27 February 2026 | By Gabriel Higgins

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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eReport: End-to-end asset management for future-ready airports

24 February 2026 | By Atkins Realis

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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London Luton Airport launches evening bag drop ahead of half term rush

16 February 2026 | By Gabriel Higgins

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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The Case for Smarter Facility Management at Airports

16 February 2026 | By Edouard Podolak

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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Hong Kong International Airport: Pioneer of the world’s first and leading fleet of autonomous vehicles in airport ops

11 February 2026 | By Hong Kong International Airport

HKIA has become the first airport to deploy a large-scale fleet of Level 4 autonomous vehicles, transforming airside and landside operations while reshaping efficiency, workforce models and future passenger mobility.

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Mumbai Airport expands hybrid self bag drop to boost terminal 2 departure efficiency

9 February 2026 | By Gabriel Higgins

Mumbai’s main international airport has launched hybrid self bag drop counters at terminal 2 to increase baggage capacity, reduce queues and improve passenger processing flexibility.

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Five mistakes to avoid when opening a new airport

9 February 2026 | By André Schunck

Opening a new or expanded airport is one of the most complex operational challenges an organisation can face. Without a structured Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer (ORAT) programme, several critical mistakes can undermine a successful opening. André Schunck, Senior Manager International Training at Munich AirportAcademy shares insights from his extensive…

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Atlanta Airport launches off site baggage service to ease terminal congestion

2 February 2026 | By Gabriel Higgins

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport has introduced an off site baggage service to reduce terminal congestion and improve passenger flow.

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Malta International Airport launches east expansion project to deliver new terminal by 2028

27 January 2026 | By Gabriel Higgins

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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Incheon Airport launches world first cross border remote baggage screening for US bound passengers

23 January 2026 | By Gabriel Higgins

Incheon International Airport has introduced automated remote baggage screening with U.S. authorities, cutting connection times and setting a new global aviation security benchmark.