Media Releases

NEC Receives Company of the Year recognition in Global Biometric Solutions from Frost & Sullivan

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) becomes the first company in the biometrics industry to receive Frost & Sullivan’s Global Biometric Solutions Company of the Year recognition (*1), underscoring its leadership and innovation.

NEC to supply nine types of defense equipment for three Australian frigates

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0000

NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has signed a contract with the Commonwealth of Australia to supply nine types of defense equipment that will be installed on all three ships in the initial phase of the Royal Australian Navy’s SEA3000 frigate procurement program, which involves the procurement of a total of 11 ships.

NEC Australia expands cloud, data and AI capability with the acquisition of Exco Partners

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0000

NEC Australia expands cloud, data and AI capability with the acquisition of Exco Partners based in Melbourne.

NEC becomes the first organisation to receive digital identity accreditation under NZ’s Digital Identity Services Trust Framework

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000

NEC New Zealand has become the first organisation in the country to receive accreditation under the government’s Digital Identity Services Trust Framework (DISTF) – a significant milestone for New Zealand’s digital identity ecosystem.

Hospitality New Zealand and NEC partner to deliver digital proof of age credential

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:30:00 +0000

Hospitality New Zealand has partnered with NEC New Zealand, a leader in biometrics and digital identity, to bring its vision for a digital version of the Kiwi Access Card (formerly 18+ Card) to life. The collaboration marks a major step in delivering on the Government’s goal of a trusted, privacy-preserving digital identity future.

NEC Australia to help accelerate inclusive audio technology in public transport

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 23:00:00 +0000

NEC Australia has joined forces with La Trobe University and Get Skilled Access on a project that will explore how new audio broadcast technology can improve accessibility for people with hearing loss in public transport and public spaces.

NEC strengthens customer focus with appointment of Mike Fuller as Vice President – Customer Success & Sales

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 23:00:00 +0000

NEC Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Fuller as Vice President – Customer Success & Sales, further strengthening its focus on delivering value and success for customers across Australia and New Zealand.

NEC Australia & New Zealand Appoints New CEO

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:00:00 +0000

NEC Australia & New Zealand (ANZ) today announced that Jason Price will step down as President & Chief Executive Officer at the end of July 2025, after nearly three years in the role.

NEC Face Recognition Ranks First in NIST Accuracy Testing

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0000

NEC Corporation today announced that its face recognition technology was ranked the world’s most accurate in the most recent benchmark test conducted by the globally recognized U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

SITA and NEC collaborate to drive global adoption of digital identities in travel

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 23:00:00 +0000

SITA, the global leader in air transport technology and border management, and NEC Corporation (NEC), a global leader in biometric authentication technologies, have signed an agreement to accelerate the adoption of digital identity technology in the travel industry.

Breaking barriers, driving change: Women leading the future of transport

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

NEC Australia is proud to renew its sponsorship of the renowned Women Who Move Nations podcast, reinforcing its commitment to supporting diverse leadership and empowering women in the public transport industry.

NEC Australia appoints Mike Sellars as Vice President – Chief Technology Office (CTO) to lead technology strategy

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 22:00:00 +0000

NEC Australia is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Mike Sellars as its new Vice President – Chief Technology Office (CTO).

NEC develops biometric based digital signature technology that enables face recognition without storing facial information

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:00:00 +0000

NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has developed biometric based digital signature technology that enables highly accurate face recognition without storing facial information. This technology allows for safer and more secure authentication with less risk of facial information leakage.

Broadside Lawyers and NEC join forces with Storm Executive Club

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:30:00 +0000

Melbourne Storm has today announced a new partnership with Broadside Lawyers and NEC.

NEC named to the CDP "A List" for advanced Climate Change and Water Security initiatives six years in a row

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:00:00 +0000

NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has been recognized for leadership in corporate sustainability by the global environmental non-profit CDP (*1), securing a place on its prestigious "A List" six years in a row for tackling climate change, as well as acting to protect water security.

NEC Listed on the World Index and Asia Pacific Index of Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI)

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 22:00:00 +0000

NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices World Index (DJSI World) and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices Asia Pacific Index, two of the most prestigious global indexes of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investment.

NEC and EFC Extend Partnership to 2027

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:00:00 +0000

NEC and the Essendon Football Club are pleased to announce the extension of their partnership for a further three years.

NEC Australia drives next phase of growth and transformation with appointment of new Senior Vice President

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +0000

NEC Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Keith Morrison as Senior Vice President of Digital Government and Digital Finance (DGDF), reinforcing the organisation’s focus on growth, transformation and customer success in these critical sectors.

Steering bus travel into the future with Turn By Turn navigation system, powered by NEC and HERE Technologies

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 22:30:00 +0000

Bus travel in Australia and New Zealand is entering a new era of precision and efficiency with an innovative Turn By Turn Bus Navigation System, delivered by NEC Australia, a trusted global provider of smart technology solutions, in collaboration with HERE Technologies, a leading location data and technology platform.

NEC Launches new system using Biometric Authentication Technology

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 22:30:00 +0000

NEC Corporation will launch a new system using biometric authentication technology that is capable of quickly authenticating large numbers of people at one time, even while they are in motion. The system is expected to accelerate admission and reduce congestion for busy events and infrastructure.