Luggage of the future? Delsey launches Pluggage

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After two years of research and development, Delsey has unveiled details of its first connected concept bag: Pluggage. Recent developments in technology have revolutionised mobility and created new and exciting products. For travellers, these changes result in more ways to be assisted on their journeys, to be informed in real time about their modes of transportation, and to access new services to simplify their travel and ensure peace of mind.

“Who hasn’t dreamed of being able to charge their phone at any time without fighting for available power points in the departure lounge? Who hasn’t taken a plane without worrying whether their case is on board? Just like the first rigid trolley suitcase with wheels, that Delsey launched in 1972 which simplified the lives of travellers walking the corridors of stations and airports, Pluggage will make life easier for the ultra-connected,” said Albert Engler, head designer at Delsey. Some of the ideas that make Pluggage different include an overload indicator that helps avoid nasty surprises relating to overweight baggage and even a trip checklist to help ensure that nothing has been forgotten. A built in charger to recharge your smartphone anywhere, and once you are on board, an app connected to the luggage confirms the presence of your luggage on board the plane with an alert. Upon arrival, the verification system tells the traveller if the luggage was opened while in transit. Built-in speakers would allow the traveller to listen and share their favourite music, no matter where they are, and an interior lighting system promises to make finding personal belongings a little easier. There is even an idea for a digital fingerprint system to enhance security. Through the App, Pluggage can also be used to inform travellers in real time of flight information and weather conditions at the destination. Finally, Would you like to share your thoughts on the best design concepts? Delsey is inviting travellers to help design the bag of the future. Through a dedicated website users can vote for their favourite among ten proposed Delsey features: 1. Auto weight 2. Instant battery reload 3. On-board detection 4. Inside lighting system 5. Flight information 6. Fingerprint ID 7. Check lock 8. Weather forecast 9. Inside speaker 10. Trip information “Pluggage is the culmination of two years’ hard work. At Delsey, we always dare to go further to make a real improvement beyond the bag itself. We use avant-garde innovation to realise our sole objective which is to meet the needs of consumers. As a world leader in design and innovation in travel it is important for us to know the preferences of users and travellers around the world,” said Delsey marketing director Catherine De Bleeker.