Published 24 July 2025

8 min read

Airports are turning to AI and robotics as they evolve into super-streamlined, all-encompassing settings, and bring their green ambitions to life. Beyond automation, data-driven services and innovations in renewable energy, plush lounges, soothing wellness offerings and nature-inspired interiors envelop waiting travellers in an oasis of calm.

In-Terminal Retreats

Frictionless Flights for All

Planet-Friendly Airports

Airports are shedding their reputation as hubs of stress through amenities that invite travellers to unwind, including luxurious spa spaces, calming pet hotels and nature-drenched interiors. Meanwhile, lounge providers are competing to deliver unparalleled facilities for dining and relaxing.

Airports are shedding their reputation as hubs of stress through amenities that invite travellers to unwind, including luxurious spa spaces, calming pet hotels and nature-drenched interiors. Meanwhile, lounge providers are competing to deliver unparalleled facilities for dining and relaxing.

Summary

In-Terminal Retreats

Airports are shedding their reputation as hubs of stress through amenities that invite travellers to unwind, including luxurious spa spaces, calming pet hotels and nature-drenched interiors. Meanwhile, lounge providers are competing to deliver unparalleled facilities for dining and relaxing.

Frictionless Flights for All

Taking full advantage of innovation in automation and AI, airports are optimising processes such as security and baggage check-in. This innovation also means better and faster customer services, including helpful robots, 24-hour dining options and improved accessibility. For previous examples of digital solutions for seamless movement through terminals, see The Future Airport 24/25.

Planet-Friendly Airports

Eager to boost their sustainability credentials, airports are investing in green energy, from expanding renewable sources like solar to harnessing drafts from plane engines. Others combat waste with solutions like repurposing electric vehicle batteries and AI-empowered bins that help travellers recycle their rubbish correctly. Meanwhile, new flight procedures aim to minimise noise pollution.

The Future Airport 25/26

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The Future Airport 25/26

The Future Airport 25/26

The Future Airport 25/26

The Future Airport 25/26

The Future Airport 25/26

Airports are turning to AI and robotics as they evolve into super-streamlined, all-encompassing settings, and bring their green ambitions to life. Beyond automation, data-driven services and innovations in renewable energy, plush lounges, soothing wellness offerings and nature-inspired interiors envelop waiting...

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