Air Tech Italy at Passenger Terminal Expo 2026 – Showcasing the Future of Airport Operations
Air Tech Italy will participate in Passenger Terminal Expo & Conference 2026 (PTE World) in London together with the Italian Trade Agency and a delegation of leading Italian aviation technology companies.
The exhibition brings together airport operators, airlines, authorities, planners and solution providers from across the global aviation ecosystem to exchange best practices and explore innovations shaping next-generation airport terminals.
At PTE 2026, Air Tech Italy will demonstrate how Italian expertise contributes to improving the passenger experience, accelerating airport digitalization, and supporting the transformation of end-to-end airport operations – from terminal planning and passenger processing to security, comfort and operational efficiency.
Find Air Tech Italy at Hall: N8-N23 Stand: C280.
Discover our Participating Members at PTE 2026 (work in progress)
Oneworks (Stand: C280/3)
An international aviation design and consultancy firm working with airport operators, investors and authorities worldwide. Focus: airport masterplanning, airside and landside planning, passenger flow optimization and infrastructure development to improve operational efficiency and long-term terminal performance.
Nos Division (Cascina Costruzioni) – Stand: C280/6
Specialists in intuitive wayfinding and passenger service infrastructure for complex, high-traffic environments. Focus: sustainable signage systems, digital and static wayfinding, and integrated charging stations and workstations that support clear navigation and reduce passenger stress while improving terminal flow management.
Flex Industries (Stand: D144)
Provider of queue management, wayfinding and digital signage technologies for transportation environments.
Focus: smart queue organization and illuminated guidance systems designed to streamline passenger movement and improve operational order in high-traffic checkpoint areas.
Italcer Group (Stand: C280)
International manufacturer of architectural ceramic surfaces distributed worldwide.
Focus: durable, safe and design-oriented airport flooring solutions suitable for heavy-traffic terminal environments.
Poltrona Frau – Custom Interiors (Stand: C156)
Designer of bespoke furniture solutions for transport hubs and public spaces.
Focus: modular airport lounge seating systems integrating ergonomic comfort with technology features such as power outlets, lighting and device charging to support modern traveler needs.
Reco 3.26 (Stand: C280/10)
AI-driven computer-vision company specializing in biometric passenger processing.
Focus: biometric identity verification and passenger-flow management solutions enabling seamless movement through airport checkpoints using facial recognition technologies.
Gilardoni (Stand C280/2)
Developer of advanced aviation security screening technologies.
Focus: dual-view cabin baggage X-ray screening systems that enhance detection capability, throughput and integration within digitalized airport security checkpoints.
TXT (Stand: C280/9)
TXT delivers end-to-end solutions across the aviation ecosystem, supporting airport operators, civil aviation authorities and air navigation service providers in managing operational complexity, safety and regulatory compliance.
Focus: aerodrome, heliport and vertiport planning and design, aeronautical studies, obstacle and hazard management, and support for aerodrome certification and Aerodrome Data Quality (ADQ) processes in line with EU and EASA frameworks. TXT will also present digital and software solutions — including operational platforms, AI-based applications, geofencing, alerting and vehicle-tracking systems — designed to enhance airside situational awareness, operational efficiency and safety.
Custom Group (Stand: C249)
Custom Group develops hardware and software solutions for self-service and assisted passenger processing in airports worldwide.
Focus: the launch of the new TK180 range of boarding pass and baggage tag printers, designed to support adaptable check-in and self-service environments. At PTE 2026, the company will highlight its end-to-end printing and control solutions for check-in counters and kiosks, as well as the milestone of more than 200,000 units produced of its flagship KPM180-TK180 model — demonstrating reliability and broad adoption across the global aviation industry.
Leonardo (C120)
Leonardo develops advanced automation and security solutions for airport operations worldwide.
Focus: high-efficiency baggage handling through its crossbelt sorter and MBHS baggage handling systems, designed to ensure fast and reliable baggage flow in high-capacity environments. At PTE 2026, Leonardo will also present BagCheck AI, an artificial-intelligence–based screening solution that improves speed, detection accuracy and safety in baggage inspection, supporting airports in increasing throughput while maintaining high security standards.
AEC – ILLUMINAZIONE (Booth C280/5)
AEC Lighting designs and manufactures professional lighting solutions for transport infrastructure and public spaces, supporting airports in creating safe, functional and visually engaging environments.
Focus: integrated lighting systems for airport access roads, parking areas and terminal architecture, including a new concept of grazing street lighting for areas where poles are difficult to install, a new architectural range of floodlights and linear luminaires, and the latest version of its ALO high-mast lighting. The solutions aim to improve visibility, safety and passenger perception throughout the airport journey — from landside access to terminal interiors — combining operational performance with architectural aesthetics.
The Air Tech Italy Approach
Together, the participating companies represent a comprehensive airport ecosystem — combining planning, infrastructure, passenger processing, security, comfort and digital platforms.
Their integrated solutions support airports in operating more efficiently while delivering a safer, faster and more passenger-centric journey.
Visitors to Passenger Terminal Expo 2026 in London are invited to meet the Air Tech Italy delegation and discover how Italian technologies can support the future of global aviation.
Reach out to us and schedule a meeting at PTE: info@airtechitaly.com.
Press communications or request for interviews: jean.luc@refresh-your-brand.eu