NEC delivers actually seamless journey with trusted biometrics and AI

NEC – a Silver Sponsor of APEX FTE Asia Expo (Singapore, 11-12 November 2025) – leverages superior applied sciences and options, together with world-leading biometrics, synthetic intelligence (AI), safety, and digital identification, to deal with essentially the most urgent wants and challenges confronted by clients and society. In this interview, Takashi Nomura, Director of Global Aviation, NEC Corporation, shares how the corporate’s options are designed to reinforce safety, operational effectivity, and the passenger expertise throughout the whole air transport ecosystem.

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“From curb to seat throughout smart airport operations, NEC has worked closely with airports, airlines, and government agencies to deliver ‘Truly Seamless Travel’ for all stakeholders,” Nomura explains.

NEC’s determination to turn into a Silver Sponsor of APEX FTE Asia Expo displays its dedication to driving innovation and transformation within the aviation trade, in addition to its perception within the worth of conversations with trade companions. “By participating in this event, we aim to build and deepen relationships with industry stakeholders, and showcase our latest solutions that are shaping the future of travel,” says Nomura.

Attendees can count on an interesting expertise on the NEC sales space, that includes reside demonstrations of its biometric authentication know-how, in addition to digital identification options, baggage evaluation, ramp operation DX, and video showcasing real-world deployments. “We’re particularly excited to highlight our next-generation digital ID platforms, which are transforming airport operations and enabling seamless passenger journeys,” Nomura shares. “In a recent project in the Asia-Pacific region, we delivered remarkable results: achieving a 98% adoption rate for NEC’s biometric-enabled boarding service over conventional methods, reducing security check time by 94%, and improving processing speed from check-in to boarding 67%. These achievements highlight the transformative impact we’re making and the real value we bring to customers.”

“NEC envisions a future where predictive insights help manage congestion, support informed decision-making, and deliver tailored services”

The theme of this yr’s APEX FTE Asia Expo is ‘Accelerating Innovation’ and NEC is accelerating innovation by leveraging AI, video analytics, and biometric authentication to allow extra environment friendly airport operations and optimise passenger move. “We see significant potential for transformation in areas such as contactless travel, predictive analytics for operations, and integrated identity management,” says Nomura. “Our solutions are designed to help airports and airlines adapt quickly to evolving passenger expectations and operational demands.”

NEC has greater than 30 years of world expertise in biometrics and digital identification, offering options for airport operations and authorities companies worldwide, together with providers for National ID, regulation enforcement, immigration, and customs. “We are confident in our ability to deploy end-to-end, next-generation digital identity solutions that ensure interoperability across diverse stakeholders, utilising decentralised ID and verifiable credentials technology,” Nomura explains. “In October 2024, NEC successfully conducted a live demonstration with real passengers, connecting two airports using DID/VC technology as part of IATA’s End-to-End Digital Identity Proof of Concept.”

AI and knowledge analytics will play a central position in optimising airport operations and offering personalised passenger experiences. Nomura notes that additionally they create new worth for different stakeholders, resulting in extra ancillary income alternatives. “NEC envisions a future where predictive insights help manage congestion, support informed decision-making, and deliver tailored services.”

APEX FTE Asia Expo: A vibrant platform to trade concepts and construct partnerships

As Asia is likely one of the most vital areas for adopting state-of-the-art know-how to handle its excessive passenger volumes, NEC is happy to trade concepts and construct partnerships with valued airport and airline shoppers by way of the colourful platform of APEX FTE Asia Expo.

Attendees can join with NEC’s crew of specialists at its sales space (B25), by way of the APEX FTE Asia Expo Event App & Attendee Engagement Platform, or by submitting an enquiry by way of NEC’s online form

“We are delighted to guide you through an interactive journey with live demonstrations of our sophisticated solutions,” Nomura provides. “We encourage guests to explore how NEC’s technologies can address their specific challenges and goals. By experiencing our solutions first-hand – especially our biometric and digital identity offerings – guests will be able to envision how these innovations can be applied to real-world airport and airline operations. We look forward to engaging in meaningful conversations that go beyond concepts and into practical implementation.”

Hear extra from NEC at APEX FTE Asia Expo within the Tech & Innovation Briefing on ‘Airport Technology & Pre-Travel’, happening at 14:30-15:00 on 11 November 2025. NEC will spotlight ‘Truly Seamless Travel’ – a biometric-driven answer designed to remodel the airport expertise by enabling passengers to maneuver from curb to gate with out presenting bodily paperwork. Using facial recognition as a ‘single token’, travellers can check-in, go by way of safety, and board flights seamlessly. The system enhances operational effectivity, reduces wait instances, and strengthens safety whereas sustaining privateness.

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