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Biometrics Institute launches 2013 Industry Survey
23 May 2013
Sydney/ London 23 May 2013 - The Biometrics Institute has launched its 2013 Industry Survey asking members and key stakeholders to provide input on the current status and future developments of the biometrics industry.
Australian Government Selects 3M for new Multi Modal Biometrics System
8 May 2013
The Australian Government Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) has awarded 3M a three-year contract to provide software and services for DIAC’s new Biometric Identification System. The new System is designed to handle the acquisition, quality checking, matching and storage of biometric data.
Tender released: Provision of a Facial Recognition System (FRS) for the Identity and Passport Service (IPS) which is suitable for re-use by other public sector bodies.
9 April 2013
The Identity and Passport Service (IPS) requires a Facial Recognition System (FRS) to help determine an applicants entitlement to and eligibility for a British Passport.
Tender Notice: Border Force Strategic Procurement of "Next Generation" e-Passport Gates
8 February 2013
Border Force currently has e-Passport Gates (e-Gates) operating across 10 UK airports (15 terminals) in the UK. The existing e-Passport Gates are used to verify the identity and eligibility of EEA, UK and Swiss e-Passport holders quickly and securely as they cross the border.
Tender closes: 8 February 2012 at 4pm