Clean Introduces Revolutionary Luggage Sanitization System at JFK Terminal 7

By Randall Swift

Clean, an innovator in safe travel solutions, in collaboration with JFK Millennium Partners (JMP)—the managers of JFK Terminal 7 and developers of the state-of-the-art, $4.2 billion JFK Terminal 6—has announced the debut of Clean’s advanced luggage sanitization system at JFK Terminal 7. This represents the first implementation of its kind at any U.S. airport.

Clean’s patent-pending technology employs powerful UV-C light to eradicate 99.9% of viruses, bacteria, and other harmful pathogens from luggage surfaces in seconds, establishing a new standard in traveler safety. This summer, passengers arriving at Terminal 7 will have the opportunity to trial the new technology. Clean’s machines will offer sanitization services for $10 for two pieces of luggage as part of a pilot program. Terminal 7 currently handles over 2,000 flights per month from 14 domestic and international airline partners, including Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, ANA, Condor, Ethiopian Airlines, Frontier Airlines, HiSky Airlines, Kuwait, Icelandair, LOT Polish Airlines, Norse, and Sun Country Airlines.

The introduction of Clean’s system at JFK Terminal 7 marks a significant milestone in the travel industry’s efforts to combat the spread of infectious diseases, providing travelers with a quick, turn-key solution to sanitize their baggage before taking it home.

“We are honored to partner with JFK’s Terminal 7 to bring Clean’s innovative sanitization technology to one of the world’s busiest and most iconic airports,” said Rodney Jones, CEO of Clean. “As passengers return to traveling the globe freely, it’s crucial that we implement safe, effective solutions to maintain passenger confidence and ensure a healthier travel experience for all. Clean will allow passengers to sanitize their baggage after every flight. Simply gather your luggage from the baggage claim carousel, drop your bags at the Clean machine, and within seconds your bag will be sanitized—because what you bring home with you matters!” Jones added.

“We are thrilled to be the nation’s first airport terminal to make this groundbreaking technology available to our passengers,” said Steve Thody, CEO of JFK Millennium Partners. “We believe Terminal 7 passengers will embrace this pilot program, which will set a new standard in travel hygiene and improve our passengers’ overall arrival experience, paving the way for its widespread adoption across our industry,” Thody added.