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IDEMIA Public Security and SAMI Advanced Electronics launch partnership

October 21, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

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IDEMIA Public Security, a provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, has signed a cooperation agreement with SAMI Advanced Electronics, a regional contributor in the electronics industry in Saudi Arabia, to drive innovation in travel, transportation and smart mobility across the Kingdom.

Formalised and signed at GITEX Global 2025, one of the world’s largest and most influential tech event, the agreement underscores IDEMIA Public Security’s commitment to shaping the future of mobility through cutting-edge technology and local collaboration. This step marks the start of a collaboration focused on advancing digital transformation, enhancing operational efficiency, and delivering secure, frictionless travel experiences in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.

Under the agreement, IDEMIA Public Security and SAMI Advanced Electronics will jointly develop and deploy advanced biometric, transport and smart city solutions, using IDEMIA Public Security’s global expertise and SAMI’s regional capabilities to accelerate innovation and build technological capacity.

“We are proud to deepen our mission of making the world safer through trusted technology,” said Tim Ferris, the global head of travel and transport at IDEMIA Public Security. “This partnership with SAMI Advanced Electronics brings us one step closer to realising a future of seamless and secure mobility in Saudi Arabia. Together, we’re not only supporting Vision 2030 – we’re actively shaping the future of secure, seamless mobility for all who live, work and travel in the Kingdom.”

IDEMIA Public Security’s biometric travel solutions are trusted worldwide to streamline border operations, enhance decision-making, and deliver personalised digital passenger journeys. Through their agreement with SAMI Advanced Electronics, IDEMIA Public Security reinforces its commitment to local innovation, knowledge transfer, and sustainable development in the region.

To learn more about IDEMIA Public Security’s travel and transport solutions, click here.

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