The International Air Transport Association (IATA) certified Air New Zealand and Hong Kong International Airport as pioneers in digital identity technology on October 29, 2026. This certification acknowledges their early adoption and deployment of digital identity solutions designed to streamline passenger processing and improve security.
Passengers flying with Air New Zealand or traveling through Hong Kong International Airport may experience enhanced identity verification processes. The recognition by IATA highlights progress in the deployment of digital identity technology in the aviation sector.
