European travel firms form coalition to push responsible biometrics rules
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- A coalition of major European travel industry players was launched on Thursday to advocate for technology‑neutral, voluntary and secure use of biometrics in travel, targeting the EU’s Digital Omnibus legislation. Founding members include Idemia Public Security, Amadeus, SITA, Airports Council International Europe and the International Air Transport Association. The group released a six‑page manifesto urging regulators to base biometric use on consent and to ensure consistent GDPR interpretation across member states.
- Amadeus is seeking regulatory approval for its €1.2 billion acquisition of Idemia Public Security and its subsidiaries, a deal that could strengthen its position in the biometric market. According to IATA’s 2025 Global Passenger Survey, 74 percent of travellers would prefer sharing biometric data rather than presenting a passport or boarding pass, underscoring the potential demand for the coalition’s proposed framework.
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