# Automated Biometric Boarding NEC and SITA Offer Cutting-Edge Touchless Airport Solutions By Grace Mahas | Published 2021-01-13 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biometric-boarding References: [ttgasia](https://www.ttgasia.com/2020/07/24/nec-sita-partner-to-create-touchless-solutions-at-airports/) & [nec](https://www.nec.com/en/global/solutions/safety/aviation/experience/index.html) The Japanese company, NEC Corporation, recently teamed up with [SITA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sita-world-tours) to create cutting-edge solutions that "will enable a secure, seamless, and automated journey at airports across the world." These identification technologies and AI solutions allow automated biometric boarding through face recognition software. The partnership leverages both companies' technology to allow passengers to use their [digital identity on their smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-digital-id) to check-in, drop off luggage, pass through security and immigration. In addition, the technology will offer customized displays based on the age and gender of the traveler and seamless payments for a faster and safer experience. These new solutions were designed to make airlines low-touch in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and make travel safer for passengers and staff alike. Image Credit: NEC / SITA ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Automated-biometric-boarding:** Automated biometric boarding technology for air travel permit the secure, fast, and seamless travel experience. - **Touchless-airport-experience:** Touchless airport solutions using AI and digital identity authentication ensures a safe and seamless travel experience. - **Age-and-gender-biometric-customization:** Customized age and gender displays based on passenger’s digital identity enhances traveler experience and offers new opportunities for personalized services. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Air Transportation:** Automated biometric boarding systems could drastically speed up the passenger boarding and departure process and improve security in the Air transportation industry. - **Airport Services:** Touchless airport solutions provide the opportunity for contactless customer service, increasing the efficiency of airport services. - **Identification and Authentication:** Improved and accurate identification and authentication solutions are changing the way people interact with technology and makes it possible for new applications in health, education, and retail industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biometric Public Safety Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-safety-and-security.md) - [Aviation-Centric Facial Imaging Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-imaging-app.md) - [Contactless Airport Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airport-shop.md) - [AI-Backed Airport Lanes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear.md) - [Selfie Identity Verification](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabify.md) - [AI-Powered Airport Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barcelona-airport.md) - [Seamless Biometric Payment Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mastercard-1.md) - [Hospitality Facial Recognition Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoox-pass.md) - [Smart Cashierless Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashierless-shop.md)