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HTDS participates in the 2025 French & Francophone Airports

23 April 2025 ─  /  Security  by Landry Ngouana

 

HTDS is delighted to announce its participation in the 5th edition of the Rencontres des Aéroports Français & Francophones (French and French-speaking Airports Meeting), which will be held from June 4 to 6, 2025, at the Palais des Congrès in Le Touquet Paris-Plage.

 

Organized by the Union des Aéroports Français & Francophones Associés (UAF & FA), this major airport industry event brings together key players in the ecosystem every year to discuss current and future challenges facing airport platforms.

 

This year’s program includes:

  • Plenary sessions on the mornings of June 5 and 6, addressing topics such as adaptation to climate change and the digitization of airport operations.

 

  • Interactive workshops on Thursday afternoon, promoting exchanges between professionals on technical and operational topics.

 

  • A welcome evening on June 4, sponsored by Air bp & AMADEUS, offering a networking opportunity in a friendly atmosphere.

 

The event will take place in the prestigious setting of the Palais des Congrès du Touquet, with shuttles provided from hotels to facilitate access for participants.

 

As a major player in the field of airport security, HTDS will present its innovative solutions for access control, detection, and analysis, responding to current challenges in security and operational efficiency.

 

We invite you to come and meet our team at the HTDS stand to discover our latest innovations and discuss your projects.

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