Emirates Airline is on the cusp of launching the world's first integrated biometric track

Dubai (Al Ittihad)

Emirates is about to launch the world's first fully integrated biometric track that will allow customers to experience a smooth travel experience using biometric technology integrated at the terminal of Dubai International Airport.
In a statement released yesterday, the carrier said the new program had reached an advanced stage of pilot application for passengers, which was to be used by passengers during the next phase. According to the first program of its kind in the world, Emirates passengers will be able to use the latest biometric techniques. Since the completion of their travel procedures, the completion of immigration procedures, entry to the private terminal and boarding of the aircraft, through the use of the latest biometric technology based on facial recognition and iris when traveling around the airport.
The latest biometric devices installed at Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport are currently available on some travel procedure counters, at the Emirates Terminal entrance in Hall B and at a number of airport gates. 39; boarding.
The pilot operation of Intelligent Tunnel, a project launched by the Residence and Foreign Affairs Directorate-General in Dubai, in cooperation with Emirates Airline, began on 10 October.
The first passport control system in the world relies on the simple passage of travelers in a tunnel where their identity and authenticity are verified by the immigration authorities, without human intervention or need to stamp their passport.
At the end of the pilot operation, Emirates will soon begin testing the adoption of biometric indicators at other key points of the airport, such as the preparations for travel, private lounges, boarding gates, transit counters and car service.
All biometric data will be stored at the Directorate General of Residence and Foreign Affairs in Dubai. Customers wishing to participate in the testing will be required to accept management requirements and guidelines.
"With the advice of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Said Al Maktoum, General Manager of Emirates Airline and Group, Emirates is still seeking to use the latest innovations to enhance and facilitate its day-to-day operations," said Adel Al Redha, vice Executive Chairman of Emirates Airline.
Major-General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of Residence and Foreign Affairs Branch in Dubai, said: "We are delighted to launch new initiatives in Terminal 3 in cooperation with Emirates Airlines and Dubai International Airport.