Future of aviation/airport security will be one of the main areas of focus at the 23rd edition of the Airport Show that will be held over three days from May 14 to 16 in Dubai in May, where experts will recommend measures to fill gaps and improve systems and procedures.

The show, which will be co-located with Air Traffic Control (ATC) Forum, Airport Security Middle East, and the Global Airport Leaders Forum (GALF), will bring together the world’s leading airport suppliers and service providers, as well as aviation leaders and regional decision-makers to showcase the latest innovations and technologies.

This year’s theme, ‘Sustainability and Innovation’, reflects the airport industry’s focus on embracing cutting-edge technology and greener initiatives to drive growth and efficiency.

The trend is towards moving the airport security processes off-site across several countries including the Middle East region, to cope with the rising passenger numbers and limited infrastructure development, according to officials of the Airports Council International (ACI-World) whose members operate 1925 airports in 171 countries, including the DXB, the world’s top airport for international passengers.

Technologies were being tweaked for newer and emerging security environments and crucial data getting shared along the entire passenger journey to deal with threats including cybercrimes and explosive devices, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Emaratech Group CEO, Thani Alzaffin said: “As airports grapple with the complexities of rising passenger volumes, changing regulations, and the imperative to enhance competitiveness, our company stands at the forefront of addressing these challenges.

“Through innovative IT solutions and advanced technologies, we are empowering airports to fortify their safety, efficiency, and security measures. Our state-of-the-art solutions, including biometric identification, and artificial intelligence, contribute significantly to the modernization of airport security.

“In the realm of smart travel, the company has been playing a major role in pioneering advancements, particularly in collaboration with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs-Dubai (GDRFA-Dubai), Emirates Airlines, and Dubai Airports. It foresees a customer-focused experience achieved through a highly secured and integrated process that seamlessly encompasses all airport touchpoints.

According to industry insiders, airport security is a complex and crucial aspect of the Middle East region’s aviation infrastructure. Given the geopolitical situation and heightened security concerns, airports have been prioritizing stringent security measures that cover passenger and baggage screening, access control, surveillance systems, and collaboration.

Middle Eastern airports are at the forefront of implementing advanced technologies like biometric scanning, explosive detection systems, and AI-driven surveillance to enhance security. Additionally, stringent regulations are applied and airports and airlines adhere to international safety standards.

The global airport security market size is expected to reach $26 billion by 2030, according to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting. – TradeArabia News Service