Future Travel Experience EMEA 2027
APEX FTE EMEA 2026 Overview
APEX FTE EMEA 2026, co-located with the APEX FTE Ancillary Retailing event, is the definitive gathering for airline, airport, and technology leaders driving digital transformation, customer experience, and operational innovation. Held under the theme 'Transformative Approaches Business Models', the event unites digital, commercial, and operational professionals across the aviation ecosystem.
Main Conference Tracks
- Smart Ramp Baggage Innovation Summit: A dedicated program exploring how innovation, automation, and data-driven strategies can improve safety, efficiency, and resilience across airside ramp and baggage operations.
- Digital Transformation Track: Spotlights how airlines and airports harness AI, automation, and advanced data collaboration to boost operational performance and elevate the end-to-end travel experience.
- Ancillary Retailing Conference: Focuses on commercial growth, new revenue models, and retail innovation.
Exhibition & Features
The event features a boutique exhibition showcasing cutting-edge technologies, solutions, and services designed to redefine the passenger journey, optimize efficiency, and unlock new commercial opportunities. Attendees can engage with suppliers, OEMs, startups, and industry disruptors.
Key Programs & Networking
- FTE Marketplace Speed Networking Forum: Direct connections with senior buyers from leading airlines and airports.
- FTE EMEA Innovate Awards: Live pitch sessions where finalists showcase driving meaningful change in air transport.
- AI-Powered Networking App: An intelligent matchmaking platform to maximize collaboration opportunities.
Target Audience
The event attracts a senior, international audience including airlines, airports, technology companies, retail and hospitality partners, startups, investors, and academics shaping future business models.
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Venue Map and Hotels Around
Dublin - Royal Dublin Society (RDS), County Dublin, Ireland