It will feature a scene-setting presentation by Manuel van Lijf, Director Aviation Innovation, nlmtd, focused on recommendations from the FTE Smart Ramp Con-Ops strategy and the latest findings from Smart Ramp member Proofs of Concept. Future Travel Experience launched the Smart Ramp initiative in partnership with innovation consultancy nlmtd, with the focus on Smart Ramp operations having the ultimate goal that aircraft turnaround can be achieved autonomously and more efficiently. Aircraft turnaround involves multiple organisations working together under intense time pressure and collaboration is not an optional governance layer – it is the fundamental enabling condition. For organisations looking to create smarter, more connected and future-ready turnaround operations, the discussion promises valuable insights into the technologies, partnerships and practical strategies that will shape the next generation of aircraft turnaround. The focus on Smart Ramp operations has the ultimate goal that aircraft turnaround can be achieved autonomously and more efficiently.