Christopher Gilliland, Manager, Innovative Travel Solutions, Vancouver Airport Authority, Canada

Speaker Biograghy: Chris has been with Vancouver Airport Authority for 15 years. In his current role, he is responsible for all aspects of business development for the company’s suite of BorderXpress self-service border solutions including product commercialization, marketing and sales. In addition, Chris maintains responsibility for positioning Vancouver Airport Authority as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship through its expertise with border management. In his previous role with the Authority, Chris managed the airport’s commercial program. Chris holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Royal Roads University.


Day 3 - 17 March
Session:
Aviation & Border Security, Control & Facilitation


11:40 - 12:05 - Decreasing wait times and strengthening border security using technology
Synopsis: The use of self-service kiosk technology to automate the administrative functions of border control in North America has had a positive impact on airport operations, allowing operators to increase international arrival traffic and reduce wait times – all without having to add additional space or resources. The use of this technology can also have a positive impact on border security. Learn about all of the benefits of a kiosk-based self-service border control solution, and how this technology can be configured to meet the immigration needs of virtually any country in the world.

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