Lufthansa launches mobile boarding
Friday, 10 Oct 2008 09:51
German flag-carrier Lufthansa has announced it will pioneer mobile boarding passes in the UK.
As of October 13th 2008, passengers flying from London Heathrow will be able to use mobile boarding passes on all non-stop flights to Germany, as well as to most onward destination in Europe.
The service will be gradually introduced from additional UK and European departure points over the coming months.
Mobile boarding pass are sent to passengers via email or SMS to an internet-enabled mobile phone.
In addition to the relevant flight data such as the passenger’s name, flight number and departure time, the boarding pass contains a 2D barcode which permits passengers to pass through the security checkpoints and then proceed straight to their departure gate.
There, the barcode is read by a scanner, enabling the passenger to board the aircraft without a printed paper document.
"Selecting London Heathrow as one of the key launch markets outside Germany for the mobile boarding pass clearly demonstrates just how much we value our UK customers," said Marianne Sammann, Lufthansa general manager UK & Ireland.
"I am sure this new service will prove to be invaluable, particularly to business travellers, making their journeys simpler, more flexible and more convenient."
Lufthansa passengers can request an electronic boarding pass via the mobile portal by using an internet-enabled mobile device or they can check in online via the Internet.
Chris O'Toole