How does an Airport “Terminal of Tomorrow” look like?
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National Geographic and Singapore’s Changi Airport Group (CAG) proudly announce a new partnership dedicated to sharing the story of Singapore.
Kicking off the partnership, National Geographic is going deep inside Changi Airport’s Terminal 4 to explore the innovative design and technology solutions which are making the airport of tomorrow a reality for passengers today.
Produced by National Geographic in partnership with CAG, Inside T4: Terminal of Tomorrow premieres on Thursday, July 19, 2018.
Singapore Changi Airport has been named the World’s Best Airport for six consecutive years. Inside T4: Terminal of Tomorrow goes behind the scenes to meet the team responsible for conceptualizing Changi Airport’s new terminal and bringing it to life. With dramatic obstacles and thrilling achievements, National Geographic stays close to the T4 team as they tackle airport efficiency and security challenges, introduce cutting-edge facial recognition technology, install 12-meter-tall indoor trees and the world’s largest kinetic sculpture, and ultimately deliver groundbreaking design and technology solutions set to change the air travel game in Asia and across the globe.
In 2017, 62 million passengers came through the gates of Singapore’s Changi Airport. By 2030, it plans to bring its capacity to more 150 million passengers. The first step to this expansion is the opening of its new terminal – T4. But while grappling with soaring passenger numbers is essential, Changi Airport has a reputation to uphold as an award-winning airport with the best experience in the world. Through Inside T4: Terminal of Tomorrow, viewers can join in the drama as designers and technical experts devise how to keep Changi ahead and raise the bar even further.
“By 2030, it plans to bring its capacity to more 150 million passengers.”
Vineet Puri, Senior Vice President and Territory Head for Singapore & Malaysia, FOX Networks Group Asia said, “National Geographic has been extremely proud to join forces with the Changi Airport Group to bring the T4 story to life. With its rich cultural heritage and pioneering smart city development, Singapore has a treasure trove of stories to share on innovation, technology, science, nature and culture. Working in strong partnership with CAG, we are thrilled to explore how we can continue to collaborate on content creation which tells the story of Singapore.”
Kelvin Ng, Changi Airport Group’s Director of Corporate and Marketing Communications said, “It has been a pleasure to share Changi Airport’s story of progress and innovation with people in Singapore and across the region. Together we hope to shine the light on all the innovation, the inspiration and the minds behind the new terminal; and to inspire everyone to rethink travel.”
MayYi Lee, Vice President of Regional Production & Development, National Geographic added, “Changi Airport’s T4 is like a microcosm of Singapore and we are thrilled to bring an Inside story of technology, design, culture, and foresight to our viewers.”
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the primary purpose of the new partnership between National Geographic and Singapore's Changi Airport Group?
What is the primary purpose of the new partnership between National Geographic and Singapore's Changi Airport Group?
The partnership aims to share the story of Singapore by exploring the innovative design and technology solutions within Changi Airport's Terminal 4. This is highlighted through a documentary called 'Inside T4: Terminal of Tomorrow'.
Q.What specific technological advancements are highlighted in Terminal 4 to improve the passenger experience?
What specific technological advancements are highlighted in Terminal 4 to improve the passenger experience?
Terminal 4 introduces cutting-edge facial recognition technology to enhance efficiency and security for passengers. Designers also installed unique features like 12-meter-tall indoor trees and the world’s largest kinetic sculpture.
Q.How many passengers did Changi Airport serve in 2017, and what is its future capacity target?
How many passengers did Changi Airport serve in 2017, and what is its future capacity target?
Changi Airport served 62 million passengers in 2017. The airport aims to significantly increase its capacity to over 150 million passengers annually by 2030, with T4 being the first step in this expansion.
Q.Who are some of the key figures involved in this partnership and the production of the T4 story?
Who are some of the key figures involved in this partnership and the production of the T4 story?
Vineet Puri, Senior Vice President at FOX Networks Group Asia, and Kelvin Ng, Changi Airport Group’s Director of Corporate and Marketing Communications, are mentioned. MayYi Lee, VP of Regional Production at National Geographic, also contributed.
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