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these trials is to ensure absolute security and improve the quality of screening, followed by
enhancing speed and efficiency.

“The first and foremost thing you've got to make sure that the security is absolute and that the
quality of that security is improved as a result of the new technology. That's the first priority,"
Griffiths explained.

“The second priority, of course, is the speed and efficiency of how the security technology works.
And we are very happy with both of those things, because they do actually deliver things which are
great improvements over the current system."
When will it be rolled out?

While a specific timeline for the full rollout of these new rules is dependent on the complete
installation of the new machines and the materialisation of delivery schedules, trials are actively
underway.

"As we roll out the new technology... we've got machines in trial at the moment," Griffiths
confirmed, adding, "If all goes well and the delivery schedule that we've been promised actually
materializes, then hopefully we can have those rules in place, which will be easier for customers
and better for staff and better for the entire airport experience and reputation."

He also said the technology is already in action at several international airports, indicating a global
shift towards such passenger-friendly security measures.

The overarching goal at DXB is to “frictionless this experience at DXB, so that people can just breeze
through the airport without stopping,” said Griffiths. This emphasis on customer service aims to
provide travellers with more time to "arrive at our lounges and restaurants and do shopping and,
you know, just really hand them back that time so they're not standing in line waiting for things."

The UAE has been investing heavily in aviation technology. For example, at Zayed International
Airport in Abu Dhabi, they've implemented seamless face recognition check-in process throughout"
that "takes just moments for you to basically do the security clearance.

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