PTE World 2026, the leading airport exhibition and conference, convenes March 17-19 at ExCeL London, drawing over 11,000 executives from airports, airlines, and aviation authorities. The free-to-attend exhibition spans 25,000 m² with more than 400 suppliers showcasing advancements in baggage management, security screening, passenger tracking, and AI-enabled technologies to boost operational efficiency and passenger experience.
Baggage handling innovations dominate the floor. BEUMER Group’s CrisBag® tote-based system ensures 100% tracking and traceability, keeping each bag in an individual tote from check-in through screening, early baggage storage, and discharge. Its CrisStore® rack-based solution enhances capacity, accuracy, and security for airports of all sizes, enabling dynamic early baggage storage and efficient make-up via loading lanes.
Vanderlande presents its expanded portfolio, including high-throughput Individual Carrier Systems (ICS) for capacity boosts, flexible storage, and VarioTip ergonomic automation for sustainable performance. Digital tools like Baggage 360 and OpenAir Platform unify data for real-time collaboration and cybersecure operations. Power Stow demonstrates the Transfer Belt, a fast, ergonomic device for unloading baggage and cargo. Daifuku and INFORM highlight self-service technologies and AI-optimized resource allocation.
The conference features 400 speakers, including Toronto Pearson CEO Deborah Flint and Fraport VP Esther Nitsche, addressing sessions on sustainability, digitalization, and advanced air mobility. Exhibitors like CLX Engineering focus on passenger flow and integrated security.