Beyond the runway
Welcome to the Beyond the runway podcast, where we will be exploring airports of the future with futurists, designers and industry insiders from around the globe.
Boldyn Networks is unlocking the power of an interconnected future by delivering the advanced shared network infrastructures needed for a smart, inclusive and sustainable future. We're creating new possibilities in the way people live, work, move and play.
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Latest Episode
Published on Thu, 3 Oct 2024
In this episode, we’re joined by Norman Fekrat from Imagine Wireless and Chris Zack from Boldyn Networks to explore how the next generation of airports will look, feel, and operate through advanced connectivity infrastructure. From Enterprise 5G networks to AI-powered operations, airports are on the verge of what we might call 'digital transformation 2.0' that will revolutionize both passenger experiences and operational efficiencies. We discuss a wide range of use cases from autonomous jet bridges and smart luggage handling to the crucial role of connectivity as the strategic infrastructure layer for airports. Join us as we dive deep into the innovative technologies that are reshaping the aviation industry, making airports smarter, faster and more sustainable. Whether you’re a frequent traveler, airport administrator or a tech enthusiast, this episode is your inside look at the future of airports and how they’re evolving to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
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Refreshing the Aviation Hub with Courtney Moore
Published on Mon, 2 Sept 2024
We consider the airport's ecosystem, and the complexity of keeping the operation running while designing the future state. We explore how one of America’s biggest and busiest airport hubs is doing this with legacy infrastructure while also creating the future. Courtney Moore has fully embraced behavioral science and is known for implementing a wide array of nudges that enhance the ability to process passengers and support their airline partners.
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Airports as Destination Hubs with Adam Cohen and Monnie Johnson
Published on Thu, 4 Jul 2024
In this episode, transportation expert, Adam Cohen, and Boldyn's US SVP of Wireless Solutions, Monnie Johnson, explore airports as more than just transit points but as vibrant destinations in their own right. From world-class dining and retail experiences to unique attractions, we uncover how airports are redefining the travel experience.
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Defining the Future Airport with Henry Coutinho-Mason and Nadia Sa'd Mulaire
Published on Wed, 22 May 2024
The first episode of our new podcast series looks at airports of the future, with host Iain Montgomery and guests Henry Coutinho-Mason and Nadia Sa'd Mulaire.
Henry considers himself the 'reluctant futurist'. He is an expert at looking at how the world is changing today and what that may mean for the future. Henry is the co-author of The Future Normal and specializes in helping organizations imagine how trends will impact their people and operations.
Nadia is the VP for Transit Strategy and Business Development at Boldyn Networks and an expert in delivering advanced communications networks to critical transport systems.
In this episode, we explore the idea of 'airports of the future', what that means to a futurist, and share examples of where we're seeing change and how that might evolve into the future.
