SITA wraps up acquisition of Materna IPS | Biometric Update
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SITA reports it has completed all necessary regulatory and legal procedures and finalized its acquisition of Materna IPS, a provider of passenger handling solutions for airports and airlines. The borders technology specialist reports that it serves 85% of international air passengers with its biometric products, including the Smart Path, which automates the passenger journey from check-in to boarding. The company’s Smart Path system, which has over 4,600 biometric touchpoints at 22 locations, has been key in this record sales. The integration of SITA and Materna IPS technology is anticipated to increase terminal capacity and enhance personalized digital experiences, says the company. “Our focus will now move to unifying our teams as we work towards combining our solutions and expertise,” Lavorel adds.
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