TechnologyAugust 28, 2026

equeue

ee-KYOO

Definition

A digital queuing system that allows users to join a physical or service-based line remotely via an online platform.

Etymology

The term is a neologism formed by combining the prefix 'e-' (denoting 'electronic') with the word 'queue', which derives from the Middle French 'queue', meaning 'tail', ultimately coming from the Latin 'cauda'.

In the news

The article describes the eQueue function within the SmartCollect platform, which allows users to join lines before arriving at the airport terminal to save time. It is a key component of the new paperless, efficient workflow for cargo collection.

Airport Authority Hong Kong wins Digital - Aviation category at Hong Kong Business Technology Excellence Awards 2026

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Hong Kong Business

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