Ryanair boss calls EES ‘a s***show’ with full biometrics check launch days away
With just four days until the scheduled full rollout on April 10, Europe’s Entry-Exit System (EES) is causing anxiety in…
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Hong Kong airport adds more biometric immigration lanes to speed clearance
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has introduced 12 additional automated biometric clearance lanes for immigration, known as e-Channels, allowing eligible…
Guyana brings digital ID act into force, launches nationwide rollout
Guyana’s Digital Identity Card Act has officially come into force, with Prime Minister Mark Phillips confirming the legislation took effect…
Vision-Box implementing Turks and Caicos Islands biometric digital border program
The government of Turks and Caicos Islands says it has begun the implementation of a digital border initiative with face…
TSA, Coast Guard to issue sole source biometric contracts
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Coast Guard are moving ahead with two planned sole-source biometric procurements. TSA’s Enrollment…
Biometric Corridors – an end to airport queues?
By Alan Goode, CEO and Chief Analyst, Goode Intelligence Airline travelers are experiencing significant frustration with airport queues, with a…
Manchester Airport expands Amadeus biometrics to passenger routing
Manchester Airport has introduced a biometric operational model that helps route passengers to either domestic or international travel areas with…
Biometrics pilots for air travel cleared for takeoff – but stall on runway
A successful trial usually means a green light to proceed with a full deployment of airport biometrics systems. But once…
Idemia Public Security, Elenium team up to unify identity across airport experience
Idemia Public Security has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with aviation self-service automation company Elenium, formalizing a shared commitment…
Major air travel organizations urge EU to allow EES suspensions
The Entry-Exit System could lead to serious travel disruptions during the peak tourist season, including queues lasting four hours or…
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