UK. Heathrow Airport has commenced a trial of two new ultra-light antibacterial security trays, engineered and manufactured by Italian company One.Tray.
The two types of ECAC-approved trays contain different antibacterial agents proven to significantly reduce the level of bacteria and prevent the carrying of viruses on the tray surface.
One.Tray said the trial – which will run in Heathrow Terminal 2 for two months – is part of its continuing efforts to play a part in helping airports give their passengers the reassurance that it is as safe as possible to travel again.
Weekly adenosine triphosphate (ATP) testing will take place to enable Heathrow to gauge the effectiveness of the One.Tray products and their impact on the cleanliness of this regular passenger touch point.
ATP monitoring is a rapid testing method used to measure actively growing microorganisms through the detection of adenosine triphosphate. It is most commonly used by the food & beverage industry to quickly assess the cleanliness of surfaces or liquid samples.
One.Tray Founder and Managing Director Federico Kluzer said: “Security trays are a high frequency touch point on the passenger journey. Whilst our existing trays are 90% more effective than standard plastic moulded airport trays in reducing the build-up of bacteria and dirt, it is essential we continue to innovate and explore the best possible solutions available to reduce any risk to both passengers and airport staff.”
One.Tray has now partnered with 35 airports and train stations around the world to use its tray products.
