MINI-SUMMIT: The Future of Baggage Handling; Where Strategy Meets Innovation

  IABSC Mini Summit - August 26, 2026 

  Sheraton Suites Chicago O ‘Hare 6501 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont, IL 

  Hosted by Ammeraal Beltech 

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

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• 8/25/2026 Speaker Only Dinner
• 8/26/2026 Mini Summit Event-Preliminary Agenda
• Keynote Speaker-Zachary Baughman, Chicago Dpt. of Aviation
• BHS in Master Planning-Intervistas, Ricondo, AECOM, VTC
• O&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, Ameraal Beltech
• Ammeraal Beltech Facility Tour
• 8/27/2026 ORD Airport Tour

Preliminary Agenda 

Keynote Session- Airport & 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 & Maintenance- Exploring technologies, service models, and procurement strategies that drive reliability and lifecycle performance. 

Simulation, Emulation and Digital Twins- Understanding tools, timing, and value—how advanced modeling supports smarter decisions across the project lifecycle. 

Emerging Technology Exploration: Checkpoint Baggage Screening, Self Bag Drop, Robotics, Ground Handling, AI Agents 

Facility Tour- Ammeraal Beltech USA

10601 Seymour Ave, Suite 100

Franklin Park, IL 60131

United States of America