Mini-Summit: The Future of Baggage Handling; Where Strategy Meets Innovation
The Future of Baggage Handling; Where Strategy Meets Innovation
Join industry leaders for a focused mini-summit exploring planning, operations, and emerging technologies shaping next-generation baggage systems.
The aviation industry is evolving rapidly, and baggage handling systems are at the center of operational efficiency and passenger satisfaction.
The IABSC Mini-Summit brings together industry leaders, planners, operators, and innovators to explore how connected, intelligent systems are shaping the future of baggage handling.
From strategic master planning to real-world operational insights and next-generation technologies, this event delivers practical knowledge to drive performance across the entire baggage journey.
Agenda
Sheraton Suites Chicago O’Hare
6501 Mannheim Rd
Rosemont, IL
Book your group rate for hotel registration through the event website.
• August 25, 2026 – Speaker Only Dinner
• August 26, 2026 – Mini-Summit Event
• Keynote Speaker – Zachary Baughman, Chicago Department of Aviation
• BHS in Master Planning – InterVISTAS, Ricondo, AECOM, VTC
• OR&M Considerations – MSP, Vanderlande, JSM
• Simulation, Emulation & Digital Twin – TransSolutions, Brock, VTC
• Self Bag Lessons Learned – PHX Airport
• Checkpoint Security Screening – Secure Insights
• Technology Exploration – Dexterity, Pattern Labs, Ammeraal Beltech
• Ammeraal Beltech Facility Tour
• August 27, 2026 – ORD Airport Tour
Preliminary Agenda
Keynote Session – Airport and Airline Perspectives on BHS Projects and Technology
BHS in Master Planning – How planners, designers, and operators align long-term vision with scalable, high-performing systems.
Operations and Maintenance – Exploring technologies, service models, and procurement strategies that drive reliability and lifecycle performance.
Simulation, Emulation, and Digital Twins – Understanding tools, timing, and value, and how advanced modeling supports smarter decisions across the project lifecycle.
Emerging Technology Exploration – Checkpoint baggage screening, self bag drop, robotics, ground handling, and AI agents.
Facility Tour – Ammeraal Beltech USA
10601 Seymour Ave, Suite 100
Franklin Park, IL 60131
United States of America