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DPM Systems - Standardising International Border Control
posted on 01/12/2011

Investment in border security is now, more than ever, a key priority for all free thinking governments. Whilst most holiday makers are familiar with the amount of information that must be provided pre-flight, inconsistencies between countries, the sharing of information and the co-ordination of data between departments and agencies on a national and international level is still causing problems for carriers and law enforcement agencies alike. Remarkably, the failure to share this information in real-time is hard to countenance in an era of global communications and interoperability. As Peter Forrest, Managing Director, DPM Systems, insists, it is time for governments to re-think their approach to working with their neighbours and embrace the proven international standards that could and should underpin a new era in border security. Global Security v National Borders Are countries working together effectively to drive down global terrorism, or are they simply concerned with secur... [more]

Iris Recognition and the Future of Air Travel to be presented by AOptix at the First Media Roundtable
posted on 28/11/2011

AOptix Technologies, Inc. will present their recent iris recognition deployments in the Middle East and United Kingdom at a first-of-its kind media roundtable event. Speaking to invited media at the ACI – Airport Exchange show November 27-30 in Abu Dhabi, AOptix will discuss these groundbreaking deployments within the context of its new biometric solutions whitepaper entitled, “The Future Passenger Experience – Integrating Iris Recognition.” Joining AOptix will be representatives from three top-tier solutions providers who have deployed the InSight iris recognition system in high throughput airport and border control environments: Integralis for all air, land and sea borders for the Ministry of Interior in Qatar; Human Recognition Systems for MFlow track at the new South Terminal at Gatwick Airport; and emaratech, the system integrator for UAE Government customers. Also at the Airport Exchange show, AOptix will be demonstrating an iris recognition eGate system with a boarding pass bar... [more]

Human Recognition Systems receives Best Small Business award from Airport Operator Association
posted on 03/11/2011

Human Recognition Systems has received the award for “Best Small Business” at the Airport Operators Association (AOA) Annual Awards. This is in recognition for its contribution to the aviation industry. The winners are decided democratically by the AOA Board and were selected for their outstanding work in their particular field. The award was presented at the AOA Annual Awards Ceremony at The Hilton Metropole London. Ed Anderson, AOA Chairman commented: “The number and quality of entries was unprecedented, reflecting the quality of people and companies working in the airports industry. Deciding on the winners was a difficult process, with so many outstanding entries, but the award winners showed particular excellence and dedication in their field. We congratulate Human Recognition Systems for their well deserved award” Neil Norman, Human Recognition Systems’ chief executive, said: “We are delighted to receive this award, to be recognised by the AOA for our work in the aviation i... [more]

Iris biometric system improves passenger flow and enhances security at Gatwick airport
posted on 28/10/2011

Human Recognition Systems in partnership with AOptix Technologies Inc has developed MFlow Track , an advanced biometric ‘iris at distance’ technology designed to improve passenger flow and enhance security. The system is now in operation at Gatwick’s £45 million 19-lane security area in the South Terminal. This investment is part of the airport’s £1 billion development programme to modernise its facilities and improve the passenger experience. MFlow Track integrates Human Recognition Systems’ software with AOptix Technologies’ Insight VM iris recognition unit. Gatwick Airport has become the first airport in the world to incorporate MFlow Track. From a passenger perspective, this allows people to pass through security area quickly as the technology captures their unique iris patterns to accurately identify them in conjunction with another form of identification. There is no need for a stop and start security process making it much quicker and non-intrusive. A second biometric sy... [more]

AOptix Technologies partners with emaratech on iris recognition systems for the UAE
posted on 17/10/2011

Attendees at GITEX Technology week in Dubai have had a first look at the new AOptix InSight® Duo – the world’s first system capable of simultaneous ISO standards-compliant iris and face capture. Combining the ubiquity of face and the proven accuracy of iris together in one system, the InSight Duo is particularly well suited to high throughput immigration and aviation security applications requiring the performance and versatility of both biometrics. AOptix Technologies, Inc. has also announced a strategic partnership with emaratech, a major regional system integrator for Government, Border Control, Aviation Security and Electronic Identification Systems and the sole creator and provider of smart and electronic border control gates in all of UAE airports, Sultanate of Oman, Sultan Qaboos airport and Jordan Queen Alia airport. “We are impressed with the AOptix solution for next generation Iris Recognition for the UAE and the region,” said Thani Alzaffin – Director General and Board Memb... [more]

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