Ticketless, Contactless, Secure: Facial Recognition in Asian Rail & Metro Systems
Asian railways and metros are changing at a remarkable pace. From Japan's Shinkansen to Indonesia's new boarding gates and India's AI-powered security, facial recognition technology is shaping the future of urban transport.
September 4, 2025 - RecFaces, a global provider of ready-made facial biometric software solutions, invites transport and security professionals to its free online expert panel, “All Aboard Securely: Facial Biometrics for Asian Railway & Metro,” happening online on September 21 at 2 PM (GMT+7). The event brings together leading voices from the transport, security, and advanced tech industries to explore how facial recognition technology supports the rapid development of railway and metro systems across Southeast and South Asia.
May 4, 2025 - RecFaces, a global leader in developing facial recognition software, is pleased to announce its upcoming expert panel, “Passenger-First Innovation: Biometrics Behind MENA’s Seamless and Safe Air Travel,” happening online on May 21, 2025, at 15:00 GST.
As the world emerges from the pandemic's shadow five years after its global spread, the aviation industry seems to be back on track. Air travel volumes have matched and even surpassed the pre-COVID level. But are we truly “back”?
April 4, 2025 - RecFaces, an international facial recognition software vendor, is excited to announce an upcoming panel discussion on the transformative role of biometric technology in APAC airports. Titled “Smart Airports Start with Smart Tech: Facial Biometrics for APAC Airports,” the online event is to be held on April 30 at 15:00 IST and bring together top industry experts to discuss how AI-driven biometrics is reshaping air travel.
The global physical security industry is projected to reach $216.43 billion by 2030, with an expected compound annual growth rate of 6.8% from 2024 to 2030. With this, it is crucial to integrate physical security with the most appropriate security technology as organizations embrace innovation in order to reduce risks.
According to recent reports, the global smart transportation market size is expected to reach over USD 381 billion by 2032. This highlights the transformative role of security technologies in streamlining transport operations and ensuring commuter convenience.
