Aviation Industry Gathers for Inflight Entertainment Discovery, Collaboration, and Awards Recognition  DUBAI, UAE (12 February 2026) – APEX Content Market 2026, aviation’s most trusted marketplace for inflight content, brought together airline content buyers and leading global distributors for two days of focused deal-making, discovery, and industry networking. Hosted by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX), the event once again delivered an intimate and highly productive environment where airlines explored the very best in inflight entertainment offerings.  Convening a total of 46 global exhibitors, […]

Industry Leaders Convened to Explore the Roles of Connectivity, Inflight Content, and Data in Elevating the Passenger Experience LOS ANGELES, CA. USA (28 January 2026) – As the leading hub for airline technology and innovation, APEX TECH returned to Los Angeles, California on 27-28 January with an evolved program that further deepened industry collaboration across the airline and passenger experience technology landscape, drawing 18% higher attendance year over year. Bringing back its popular interactive workshops and speed networking sessions, APEX TECH created even […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (18 December 2025) – The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) announced its 2025-26 Board of Directors at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 18 December. The AGM brought together association leadership and members to review key operational, financial, and strategic developments to continue pushing the organization forward. As part of the meeting, the next slate of the APEX Board representing dedicated volunteers from member companies across the industry was announced.   “We’re proud to […]

‎2026 APEX Best™ Awards Honored in Singapore at APEX FTE Asia Expo SINGAPORE (12 November 2025) – APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) revealed the 2026 APEX Best™ Awards recipients in Singapore during APEX FTE Asia Expo 2025, the region’s premier event focused on innovation and advancing the passenger experience. Airlines representing Central Asia, Eastern Asia, Greater […]

Industry Decision Makers Attended this Unmissable Event for Business Growth and Breakthrough Ideas WASHINGTON, D.C. (12 September 2025) – The Long Beach Convention Center in California served as the global epicenter of aviation passenger experience from 9 to 11 September, as the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO attracted nearly 2,500 leading airline leaders and innovators from around the […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (12 September 2025) – Airlines and suppliers were celebrated for their meaningful advancements in passenger experience at the prestigious APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony in Long Beach, California. Hosted by the APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) and the IFSA (International Flight Services Association) during the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO, the ceremony is regarded as the industry’s […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (12 September 2025) – The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) proudly presented United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby as the recipient of the 2025 APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring his visionary leadership and lasting contributions to reimagining the passenger experience and shaping the future of the aviation industry.  The prestigious APEX CEO Lifetime […]

A Different Kind of Aviation Runway, Celebrating and Showcasing Iconic Branding, Innovation, and Sustainability Style  WASHINGTON, D.C. (5 September 2025) – The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) announces the return of The Airline Clothing Show by PCIAW® at the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO 2025, co-located with FTE Global, taking place from 9 to 11 September 2025 in […]

Includes Regional Airlines from the Americas, Europe, Africa and the Middle East DUBLIN, IRELAND (11 June 2025) – Top regional airlines were recognized by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) for their outstanding service during the FTE & APEX Awards Ceremony at the APEX FTE EMEA Conference in Dublin, Ireland on Wednesday, 11 June. The […]

Leaders in Aviation Explored the Fast-Changing Landscape of Connectivity, Data, and Onboard Engagement LOS ANGELES, CA. USA (21 May 2025) – APEX TECH, the aviation industry’s premier event for IFEC technology, returned to Los Angeles, California on 20-21 May to uncover the latest technological breakthroughs transforming the passenger journey. Hosted by the Airline Passenger Experience […]

Regional Airlines Awarded for Exceptional Inflight Entertainment ExperiencesDUBAI, UAE (13 February 2025) – After more than 15 years, the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) returned to the Middle East on 12-13 February to host the 2025 APEX Content Market – bringing together industry leaders to explore emerging trends and inflight entertainment content. Dubai was selected […]

Winners of the 2025 APEX Best™ Airline Awards Recognized in Singapore at FTE APEX Asia Expo SINGAPORE (20 November 2024) – Last night in Singapore during FTE APEX Asia Expo 2024 – Asia’s most significant aviation event dedicated to the passenger experience and business performance – the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) honored the 2025 APEX […]

LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (4 November 2024) – Nearly 3,000 of the top airline industry decision-makers, including representatives from 90 airlines, walked the industry’s most comprehensive show floor, APEX/IFSA Global EXPO 2024. Co-located with Future Travel Experience (FTE) the record-breaking event featured 262 exhibitors across three shows representing the full spectrum of the passenger experience.  Attendees experienced […]

LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (31 October 2024) – The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) has announced its 2024-25 Board of Directors during its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at APEX Global EXPO in Long Beach, California USA. At the 2024 AGM, the association’s officers, directors, and members gathered to discuss operational, financial, and strategic updates to its members. […]

LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (31 October 2024) – Air France-KLM Group Chief Executive Officer Ben Smith was awarded the esteemed 2025 APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award at the APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony on 30 October 2024 during the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach. Presented by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) this award celebrates industry leaders who […]

LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (31 October 2024) – Joan Filippini, Senior Vice President of Non-Theatrical Sales at Paramount Pictures, was honored by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) with the esteemed APEX Lifetime Achievement Award at the APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony on 30 October 2024 during the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach. The APEX Lifetime Achievement Award […]

LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (31 October 2024) – Yesterday, the aviation industry celebrated the outstanding contributions to passenger experience by its member airlines and suppliers over the past year at the APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony. This illustrious event in Long Beach, California, hosted by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and the International Flight Services Association (IFSA),saw individuals, […]

LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (30 October 2024) – The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and the International Flight Services Association (IFSA) rewarded innovation and achievement in passenger experience among its members with the APEX/IFSA Awards at its 2025 APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony today. The APEX / IFSA Awards recognize specific new achievements and innovations that were successfully implemented […]

High profile speakers include Benjamin Smith, CEO of Air France-KLM, Michael Rousseau, President and CEO of Air Canada, and Shai Weiss, CEO of Virgin Atlantic WASHINGTON, D.C. (30 September 2024) – The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) has finalized the airline industry leaders who will speak at their upcoming APEX/IFSA Global EXPO from 28 to 30 […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (10 September 2024) – Building off their groundbreaking collaboration, aviation guest experience transformation consultancy YATES+ and the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) announced the launch of the APEX World Class™ Lounge Awards audited by YATES+. This pioneering program stands as the world’s first dedicated audit and recognition initiative specifically designed to elevate the […]

Washington D.C. (1 August 2024): The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and International Flight Services Association (IFSA) have announced eight airline industry leaders who will speak at their upcoming APEX/IFSA Global EXPO from 28 to 30 October 2024 at Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Centre, Long Beach, California. The first wave of speakers are experts […]

Winners of the 2024 APEX Best Airline Awards for In-Flight Excellence Recognized in Dublin  DUBLIN, IRELAND (12 June 2024) – The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) unveiled the regional airline winners of the 2024 APEX Best Airline Awards during the FTE & APEX Awards Ceremony at the FTE EMEA Conference in Dublin, Ireland on Wednesday, […]

BERLIN, GERMANY (2 May 2024) – Leading aviation summit pioneers, RedCabin and APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) will co-host a market leading webinar on 14 May 2024 at 11:00 a.m. EDT / 5:00 p.m. CET, on the subject of successful certification for aircraft innovation. Participants will navigate the evolving landscape of cabin innovation and address […]

MILTON KEYES, UK (3 April 2024) – The Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide (PCIAW®) and APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association are proud to announce its exclusive partnership for professional clothing representation at the APEX / IFSA Global EXPO with Future Travel Experience (FTE) Global, the largest combined exhibition in the Americas for the international airline industry. […]

LISBON, PORTUGAL (27 March 2024) – The future of in-flight entertainment soared in Lisbon, Portugal, 26-27 March 2024, at APEX Content Market. The industry-defining event hosted by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) serves as the unparalleled marketplace for content buyers and distributors, shaping the passenger experience through the latest innovations related to in-flight entertainment. […]

Industry Insiders Discuss the Technological Advancements Defining and Transforming the Airline Passenger Experience  LOS ANGELES, CA. USA (29 February 2024) – The aviation industry’s leading IFEC technology event, APEX TECH, explored the innovations propelling and reshaping the passenger experience, such as inflight advertising, e-commerce, and personalized media content offerings. The Airline Passenger Experience Association hosted […]

NEW YORK, NY (31 January 2024) – Stephanie Taylor is to provide members of the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) team with unparalleled insight into the association’s key focuses and events across a range of exciting new formats in her new role as APEX Insights Editor.   “Stephanie Taylor elevates the strategic landscape of the Airline Passenger Experience […]

Airlines from Across Regions Recognized for Extraordinary Passenger Experience SINGAPORE (9 November 2023) –  APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association honored the 2024 Best In Airline Award winners from Central/Southern Asia, Eastern Asia, Greater China, and the South Pacific on 9 November in Singapore during the FTE APEX Asia Expo 2023 – Asia’s biggest passenger experience […]

APEX/IFSA Global EXPO Brought Together 3,000+ Airline Industry Insiders LONG BEACH, CA (22 September 2023) – More than 3,000 of the top airline industry decision makers, including representatives from nearly 100 airlines, walked the industry’s most comprehensive show floor, APEX/IFSA Global EXPO. Co-located with FTE at the Long Beach Convention Center in California, the three-day […]

LONG BEACH, CA (21 September 2023) – After a very successful APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California USA, the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) announced its 2023-24 Board of Directors during their Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Board of Directors, elected by APEX members, consists of dedicated volunteers from airlines, alliances, airports, lessors, and […]