Facial Biometrics: Enhancing Security and Efficiency in Asian Railways & Metros

Facial Biometrics to Power Secure Asian Railways: An Expert Panel Discussion

RecFaces, a global frontrunner in ready-made biometric software solutions, is set to host an online expert panel, “All Aboard Securely: Facial Biometrics for Asian Railway & Metro,” on September 19th at 2 PM (GMT+7). The virtual gathering will bring together thought leaders from the transport, security, and advanced tech sectors to delve into the burgeoning role of facial biometric technologies in supporting the rapid expansion of railway and metro systems across Southeast and South Asia.

The Asian high-speed rail network is poised for explosive growth, with projections estimating an expansion of 28,000 kilometers between 2020 and 2030, reaching a staggering 70,000 kilometers in total. Metro projects are also on a parallel trajectory, anticipated to add approximately 158,000 kilometers across the region, all while passenger numbers surge. As these networks become increasingly complex, operators are grappling with escalating demands for robust security measures and streamlined operational efficiency. Facial biometrics are emerging as a game-changing technology, fortifying safety protocols, bolstering operational resilience, and enabling seamless passenger identification to support the sector’s impressive growth.

The panel will feature insights from Oleg Kurochkin, Business Development Director for the APAC region at RecFaces, Dr. Ajay Talwar, Head of Business Verticals for India & SAARC at Bosch Security and Safety Systems, and other prominent figures from the rail transit industry. The discussion will center around regional trends and challenges, showcasing the synergy between Keenfinity (Bosch) and RecFaces in creating secure and efficient processes for metros and railroads, while maintaining a crucial balance between data privacy compliance and passenger convenience.

Kurochkin emphasizes the unique opportunity presented by the expansion: “With Asia’s high-speed rail network expected to grow by over 28,000 kilometers in the next decade, the opportunity to embed biometric solutions from the very scratch is unprecedented. This is the moment to ensure safety and efficiency evolve alongside infrastructure.”

Dr. Ajay Talwar echoes this sentiment, stating: “At Keenfinity (Bosch), we recognize that transport operators such as Metros and Railways across Southeast Asia are navigating the twin pressures of rapid expansion and rising passenger expectations.”

Driving Efficiency and Trust Through Collaboration

“Our focus is on delivering integrated surveillance, security, and safety solutions that drive efficiency, reliability, and trust. Through collaboration between Bosch’s high-performance surveillance cameras and RecFaces’ advanced facial recognition software, we empower rail networks to achieve higher accuracy in analytics, faster incident response, and more resilient safety ecosystems — ultimately creating smarter and safer transport systems,” Talwar continues.

This session is tailored for metro and railway operators, security technology providers, and urban development specialists seeking cutting-edge solutions to future-proof Asia’s rapidly evolving rail systems.

Registration is now open, inviting all professionals passionate about designing secure and efficient rail transit in Asia to join the discussion and exchange ideas with leading industry experts.