NOW ARRIVING The new John Glenn Columbus International terminal will encompass over 92,900m 2 and have 36 contact gates FORWARD-LOOKING DESIGN As one of the USA’s fastest-growing cities, Columbus, Ohio, continues to experience economic and cultural growth. Industries are thriving and the population is on track to exceed three million people by 2050. Originally built in 1958, the three-concourse, 29-gate John Glenn Columbus International Airport is in need of a replacement terminal. The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) is focused on its role in providing the city and region with a new terminal facility to offer a superior air travel experience to the city, region and beyond, and is undertaking a new program to replace the existing, aging terminal and infrastructure. The new terminal will cover over 1,000,000ft 2 (92,900m 2 ) and offer 36 contact gates – a 25% increase over the current facility. Designed by global architecture, design and planning firm Gensler, along with Columbus-based Moody Nolan and a team of other consultants, the new terminal will provide the region with a world-class facility that will enhance the passenger experience, expand travel capabilities, increase functionality and offer modern amenities. With a vision to maximize efficiency and create an enjoyable experience for travelers, it will include shorter walking distances, consolidated passenger security screening and local food and beverage options – an authentic environment true to Columbus and its aviation history. The new terminal raises the bar for efficiency, sustainability, convenience, comfort and style. Its size matches the projected increase in passengers over the coming decades, and its design will enable expansion opportunities as Columbus continues to grow. Gensler The groundbreaking for the new To find out more, scan terminal is slated for the end of 2024. the QR code or visit www.gensler.com The expected opening is early 2029. Speeding up ID checkpoints As the EU Entry/Exit System nears its operational take-off, airports, airlines and border agencies continue to struggle with growing passenger numbers and inadequate staffing. An added administrative task during the immigration process needs the most efficient workflow and equipment to capture facial images and verify the identity of non-Schengen travelers. Cognitec’s FaceVACS-Entry technology not only takes biometric photos but also enables their comparison against facial images retrieved from ID documents or databases. The solution’s process includes presentation attack detection to ensure a live person interacts with the device. The slim, lightweight device fits wide-ranging installation scenarios, including e-gates, desks, kiosks, free-standing pillars and border control booths. Instant camera positioning, active lighting and responsive user guidance lead to optimal capturing conditions, accurate person authentication results and fast processing times. APRIL 2024 Cognitec’s FaceVACS-Entry solution is an all-inclusive device for biometric photo capture and person verification The device includes Cognitec’s renowned software for ISO compliance checks and unites all the proven features Cognitec has developed for border control applications, making it ideal for other identity management use cases. The company’s robust matching algorithm guarantees fast, accurate verification and identification results. FaceVACS-Entry serves all applications that require the acquisition of standards-compliant photos and the comparison of probe images against a live image or stored image data, such as access control, border control and entry/exit programs. The combined service of photo capture and person verification saves travelers a lot of time at the border, as they complete all immigration procedures in just a few seconds. Visitors to the 2024 Passenger Terminal Expo Cognitec can interact with Cognitec’s To find out more, scan technology and experts at the QR code or visit www.cognitec.com the company’s booth. www.PassengerTerminalToday.com 76 Passenger Terminal World