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Gulf Insider
01-03-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia: 70 E-gates Launched at Jeddah Airport to Speed Up Travel for 175,000 Passengers Daily
Travellers passing through King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah can now enjoy a faster, more efficient journey thanks to the introduction of 70 advanced e-gates, an initiative aimed at modernizing Saudi Arabia's aviation sector. Deputy Emir of the Mecca Region, Prince Saud bin Mishaal, inaugurated the system, marking another significant step toward automating check-in and departure procedures. The AI-powered e-gates are designed to enhance airport efficiency, improve security screenings, and reduce passenger wait times, allowing up to 175,000 travelers to move through the airport daily. تدشين 70 بوابة إلكترونية بجوازات مطار الملك عبدالعزيز .. هنا أبرز مزاياها وخدماتها ⬇️ — محمد الإحيوي (@alaqari2006) February 28, 2025 Strategically positioned across Terminal 1 and the Executive Office facilities, each e-gate can handle 2,500 passengers per day, offering a streamlined, paperless experience. Equipped with biometric verification and facial recognition technology, the system allows travelers to pass through security checkpoints without the need for manual document checks, significantly speeding up the process. This move follows the successful implementation of e-gates at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Neom Bay Airport, making Jeddah the third major Saudi airport to adopt this technology. King Abdulaziz International Airport welcomed 49.1 million passengers in 2024 across 278,000 flights, serving as a major entry point for pilgrims, business travelers, and tourists.
Zawya
26-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Makkah deputy emir inaugurates 70 E-Gates at Jeddah airport
RIYADH — Deputy Emir of Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal inaugurated the new e-gates system at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah on Tuesday. The system includes 70 e-gates designed to enhance travel efficiency by automating check-in and departure procedures, providing a smoother and more convenient airport experience. The initiative leverages modern technologies and artificial intelligence to facilitate faster and more secure passenger processing. The e-gates are distributed across Terminal No. 1 and the Executive Office facilities, each capable of handling up to 2,500 passengers. This system significantly boosts the airport's capacity, enabling it to serve up to 175,000 travelers per day. King Abdulaziz International Airport is the third in Saudi Arabia to implement the e-gate system, following its successful deployment at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Neom Bay Airport. The expansion of this advanced system aligns with the Kingdom's commitment to enhancing airport efficiency, passenger convenience, and technological innovation in line with Vision 2030. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Arabian Business
25-02-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Saudi airport introduces e-gates
A major airport in Saudi Arabia has introduced ultra-modern e-gates as it looks to boost the aviation sector in the Kingdom. Deputy Governor of Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, has inaugurated the new e-gates system at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. The system includes 70 e-gates designed to enhance travel efficiency by automating check-in and departure procedures, providing a smoother and more convenient airport experience. E-gates launched at Saudi airport The e-gates are distributed across Terminal No. 1 and the Executive Office facilities, each capable of handling up to 2,500 passengers. This system significantly boosts the airport's capacity, enabling it to serve up to 175,000 travellers per day. King Abdulaziz International Airport is the third in Saudi Arabia to implement the e-gate system, following its successful deployment at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Neom Bay Airport. The expansion of this advanced system aligns with the Kingdom's commitment to enhancing airport efficiency, passenger convenience, and technological innovation in line with Vision 2030.
Gulf Insider
25-02-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Airport Introduces E-gates
A major airport in Saudi Arabia has introduced ultra-modern e-gates as it looks to boost the aviation sector in the Kingdom. Deputy Governor of Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, has inaugurated the new e-gates system at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. The system includes 70 e-gates designed to enhance travel efficiency by automating check-in and departure procedures, providing a smoother and more convenient airport experience. E-gates launched at Saudi airport The initiative leverages modern technologies and artificial intelligence to facilitate faster and more secure passenger processing. The e-gates are distributed across Terminal No. 1 and the Executive Office facilities, each capable of handling up to 2,500 passengers. This system significantly boosts the airport's capacity, enabling it to serve up to 175,000 travellers per day. King Abdulaziz International Airport is the third in Saudi Arabia to implement the e-gate system, following its successful deployment at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Neom Bay Airport. The expansion of this advanced system aligns with the Kingdom's commitment to enhancing airport efficiency, passenger convenience, and technological innovation in line with Vision 2030.
