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In October 2006, Gemalto announced that all new Danish ePassports issued by the country’s national police between now and 2009 will integrate Gemalto’s Sealys ePassport secure technologies. Under the terms of the agreement, which includes an option for two additional years, Gemalto will manage the entire delivery process.
In addition to its renowned Sealys eTravel, secure ePassport software and Sealys eDatapage, its polycarbonate data page technologies, Gemalto will provide passport booklet assembly and individual personalization of each document through its Allynis Issuance services.
The Danish authorities have been incorporating electronic capability in all new passports since August 1, 2006. Between 700,000 and 800,000 traditional passports are issued annually.
As part of the Gemalto solution, the polycarbonate data page includes a contactless microprocessor running a highly secure operating system. The microprocessor carries the passport holder's digitized photo and well as identity information that is also laser-engraved on the first page.