Japan Airlines is trialing three different immunity apps to make it easier for international travelers to comply with the entry requirements at their intended destinations. Two of the apps are expected to become international screening standards, … [Read more...] about Japan Airlines Trials Three Immunity Credential Systems
Kuala Lumpur Airport to Begin Biometric Passenger Screening in Early 2021
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) will be using facial recognition to enable a contactless passenger journey at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). The technology will be deployed in the first half of 2021, with an initial rollout … [Read more...] about Kuala Lumpur Airport to Begin Biometric Passenger Screening in Early 2021
WEF Provides Ethical Framework for Biometric Facial Recognition in Air Travel Industry
The World Economic Forum (WEF) is trying to encourage the ethical use of facial recognition technology in the air travel industry. To that end, the organization has released a new actionable framework that lays out the steps airlines and facial … [Read more...] about WEF Provides Ethical Framework for Biometric Facial Recognition in Air Travel Industry
New Partnership Brings Amadeus to Star Alliance Biometrics Expansion Effort
Star Alliance and Amadeus are joining forces to improve the air traveler experience for their customers. The partnership will specifically improve the interoperability of the Star Alliance Biometrics and Amadeus Traveler ID programs, allowing … [Read more...] about New Partnership Brings Amadeus to Star Alliance Biometrics Expansion Effort
Air Canada Introduces Biometric Boarding on Flights From US to Canada
Air Canada is now offering biometric boarding to travelers flying to Canada from the United States. The optional service will initially be available only on flights departing from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), but will eventually expand … [Read more...] about Air Canada Introduces Biometric Boarding on Flights From US to Canada
American Airlines Extends VeriFLY Trial to Chile
American Airlines is expanding the scope of its immunity credential trial with mobile biometrics specialist Daon. The two companies launched the trial in November, with the release of a new VeriFLY mobile app that allows passengers to share COVID-19 … [Read more...] about American Airlines Extends VeriFLY Trial to Chile
NEC Provides Facial Recognition Tech for Star Alliance Biometrics Systems in Germany
NEC has confirmed that its facial recognition technology is powering the new Star Alliance Biometrics system that was recently installed at Germany’s Frankfurt and Munich airports. The platform enables face-based authentication for participating … [Read more...] about NEC Provides Facial Recognition Tech for Star Alliance Biometrics Systems in Germany
IDEMIA Mobile Travel Credential Lets Users Pass Through Airport Security via Face Biometrics
IDEMIA has unveiled a new Digital Travel Credential (DTC) that turns a smartphone into a secure travel document to streamline the passenger experience. The solution made its debut at the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) virtual … [Read more...] about IDEMIA Mobile Travel Credential Lets Users Pass Through Airport Security via Face Biometrics
Star Alliance Credits Nagarro for UX of Biometric Facial Recognition Program
The Star Alliance has shared more details about its burgeoning facial recognition program. The company is using facial recognition to improve the passenger experience, allowing travelers to complete multiple stages of the airport journey with a … [Read more...] about Star Alliance Credits Nagarro for UX of Biometric Facial Recognition Program
CBP Brings Biometric Simplified Arrival System to Miami
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is continuing to expand its Simplified Arrival program. The automated passenger processing solution has now made its way to Miami International Airport (MIA). It is the fourth major airport to receive the … [Read more...] about CBP Brings Biometric Simplified Arrival System to Miami
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