New Travel Industry Coalition Calls for EU Digital Omnibus to Enable Secure, Seamless Biometric Journeys
The coalition says voluntary biometric use could improve throughput and passenger flows, and a survey found 74% of travelers would share biometric data.
- On Thursday, October 1, 2026, ACI EUROPE, Amadeus, IATA, IDEMIA Public Security, and SITA announced the formation of the Responsible Biometrics Travel Industry Coalition, calling on EU policymakers to support voluntary biometric use in travel.
- The coalition is calling on EU policymakers to ensure the Digital Omnibus legislation actively supports voluntary and secure biometric use while protecting passenger choice and privacy.
- Research cited by the coalition found that 74% of travelers surveyed were willing to share biometric data, according to IATA's Global Passenger Survey; biometric verification increases throughput and improves passenger flows.
- The "Advancing Responsible Biometrics in Europe" Manifesto outlines an evidence-based approach to biometric technologies aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of Europe's transport and tourism sectors.
- While the Digital Omnibus intends to simplify Europe's digital rulebook, the coalition warns the proposal could place unintended restrictions on voluntary biometric use, emphasizing the need for technology-neutral rules.
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New Travel Industry Coalition Calls for EU Digital Omnibus to Enable Secure, Seamless Biometric Journeys
COURBEVOIE, France, Oct. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ACI EUROPE, Amadeus, IATA, IDEMIA Public Security and SITA today announced the formation of the Responsible Biometrics Travel Industry Coalition, calling on EU policymakers to ensure the Digital Omnibus actively supports the…
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A new coalition of major aviation and travel technology organisations is pushing European Union policymakers to establish rules that allow passengers to use biometric technology voluntarily while preserving privacy safeguards and non-biometric alternatives. The Responsible Biometrics Travel Industry Coalition, comprising the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Airports Council International Europe (ACI EUROPE), Amadeus, IDEMIA Public…
New Travel Industry Coalition Calls for EU Digital Omnibus to Enable Secure, Seamless Biometric Journeys - Press Network of India
India – ACI EUROPE, Amadeus, IATA, IDEMIA Public Security and SITA today announced the formation of the Responsible Biometrics Travel Industry Coalition, calling on EU policymakers to ensure the Digital Omnibus actively supports the voluntary and secure use of biometrics in travel while protecting passenger choice and privacy. The coalition is seeking a balanced regulatory […]
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