Industry Addendum
NEC and Star Alliance make pact to advance biometric data recognition technology
September 1st 2019
Japan’s NEC Corporation and the world’s largest airline alliance, Star, have formed a research partnership to develop a biometric data-based identification platform that will improve interaction with the frequent flyers of its carrier members. Read More »
When implemented, the interoperable platform offers Star alliance customers to opt in to a facial recognition process that will take them through every stage of their airport journey without a passport or a boarding pass.
Using mobile devices, Star Alliance frequent flyers enroll once only to activate their biometrics data at check-in kiosks, bag drop, lounges and boarding gates.
Personal data can only be processed with the consent of the passenger. The information, including a photo and other identification details are encrypted. At some airports, passengers may still be required to show their passports during security and immigration procedures.
President and CEO of NEC Corporation, Takashi Nino, said: “In support of this partnership, similar to our implementations in the U.S., Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan, NEC will provide local assistance to each of the member airlines to bring our common vision to reality.”
The first biometric solution for Star members will be launched in the first quarter of next year.
