Thales Named Company of the Year 2025 in Automated Border Control by Frost & Sullivan

Thales has been awarded Frost & Sullivan's Company of the Year 2025 in the field of automated border control, highlighting its innovative and customer-focused solutions that balance enhanced security with passenger comfort amid rising traveler numbers and new regulatory demands such as the European Entry Exit System (EES). The award recognizes Thales's end-to-end expertise and its development of modular, environmentally sustainable systems that harness advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to streamline border crossings.

Thales’ technology enables travelers to complete border control processes in under 15 seconds, significantly reducing wait times and stress, while ensuring robust security. With a strong presence across Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, Africa, and North America, Thales has deployed eGates and self-service kiosks in countries including France, Spain, and Belgium, positively impacting government throughput and airport passenger satisfaction.

Emmanuel Wang, Thales’ Border & Travel Director, emphasized the importance of combining security with passenger experience, stating the company’s solutions allow millions to cross borders more confidently and efficiently. Frost & Sullivan praised Thales for its ability to adapt to evolving security threats and regulatory changes, underscoring the company’s leadership in automated border control technology.

This accolade reflects the growing global need for solutions that efficiently manage increasing passenger volumes while maintaining high security standards, positioning Thales at the forefront of this critical sector.