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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AI-powered maintenance: Reducing downtime and costs in airport security systems

21 January 2025 | By Danlex

This virtual panel will delve into the transformative impact of AI-driven predictive maintenance on airport security systems.

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Beyond your baggage: Envisioning the future of baggage handling

15 January 2025 | By Christopher Roos, Zahra Merchant

Zahra Merchant, Chapter Lead Robotics and Christopher Roos, Innovation Lead on Future Baggage from Royal Schiphol Group write exclusively for International Airport Review on what the future holds for the airport’s baggage handling and the innovations they are working on.

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Would you like to discover the world of TAV Technologies?

14 January 2025 | By TAV Technologies

Experience the future of airports with TAV Technologies—innovative solutions enhancing every step of your journey.

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Enhancing the F&B and retail offering at Helsinki Airport

31 December 2024 | By

Nora Immonen, Vice President and Director of Commercial Services Business at Finavia answers some questions on Finavia’s strategy around F&B and retail, as well as challenges and opportunities for the year ahead.

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Improving baggage operations at the UK’s second busiest airport

12 December 2024 | By Stevie Summers

Stevie Summers, Head of Baggage at London Gatwick Airport spoke to International Airport Review about how the airport is transforming baggage operations, making the job safer and his long career in baggage.

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Munich airport and Lufthansa advance automation with remote-controlled bridges and baggage handling innovations

4 December 2024 | By Gabriel Higgins

Munich Airport and Lufthansa are testing remote-controlled passenger bridges and automated baggage handling systems to enhance efficiency, reduce physical strain on employees, and improve the overall passenger experience.

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Interview Spotlight: Borry Vrieling, Founder of eezeetags

6 November 2024 | By Borry Vrieling, Borry Vrieling | CEO | Eezeetags

eezeetags Founder, Borry Vrieling is a true label industry veteran, after employment at Avery Dennison he started his own company 13 years later, serving technical niche companies with identification solutions based on tags and labels. Eezeetags was born out of his drive to improve simplicity after a stressful self-tag experience.

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Smarter, faster, and more efficient: how ALIX™ is redefining luggage identification

5 November 2024 | By

Every year, airlines manage over 4 billion bags, with millions lost or misplaced, resulting in significant costs and damaged reputations.

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In-Depth Focus…Baggage Transformation Issue 4 2024

1 November 2024 | By International Airport Review

International Airport Review’s In-Depth Focus on baggage transformation is now available to download! In this In-Depth Focus we hear from London Gatwick and Amsterdam Schiphol Airports on how they are innovating to improve the efficiency and accuracy of their baggage handling systems, and integrate technology in order to make the…

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Issue 4 2024 International Airport Review

31 October 2024 | By International Airport Review

In this issue of International Airport Review we feature articles from industry experts on a range of topics including: innovation, winter operations, cargo, retail, ARFF, airport experience, and airport construction and design. All this, plus an In-Depth Focus on baggage transformation. Read it for free now.

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On-Demand: How Artificial Intelligence and biometrics are enhancing Air France’s baggage operations

28 October 2024 | By Idemia, Air France

Since 2023, Air France has been operating an innovative luggage identification solution in the framework of the RecoPhoto Programme at Paris Airport. Join this webinar to hear from Arnaud Cervantes, Fabien Dupre and Laurent Ismert as they will share their observations on the programme’s deployment, operational feedback and way forward.

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Creating a modern passenger experience at LAX

28 October 2024 | By Hans Thilenius

International Airport Review spoke to Hans Thilenius, the Deputy Executive Director of Los Angeles World Airports, to discover how the terminal modernisation goes beyond an updated aesthetic.

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Brussels Airport to invest in new baggage sorting systems, loading zones, and storage areas

21 October 2024 | By Gabriel Higgins

Brussels International Airport has announced it will invest in new baggage sorting systems, loading zones, and storage areas, and investments are also being made in a more ergonomic workplace for baggage handlers.

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Belfast City Airport has completed a £3m instalment of high-tech security scanners

15 October 2024 | By Gabriel Higgins

Belfast City Airport has completed its £3m investment project that has significantly enhanced security checks, the new security screening technology will enable passengers to keep liquids, gels, and pastes, including toiletries and cosmetics, up to 100ml.

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Baggage trends shaping the aviation industry

23 September 2024 | By Holly Miles

In Issue 2, International Airport Review outlines the key trends driving modern airport baggage handling, such as automation, advanced technology integration, and sustainability initiatives.