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“By combining innovation, local insight, and a strong service ecosystem, dormakaba India is well-positioned to help shape the future of secure access in the country.”
In this exclusive interview, Nitin Sharma shares how dormakaba India is adapting to the country’s rapidly changing airport and smart infrastructure needs, the company’s commitment to sustainability, and what’s in store at IPTS.
Q1. Dormakaba is known for its innovative and reliable access solutions. How is the company adapting to India’s evolving airport security and smart building trends, and what key innovations can we expect in the near future?
dormakaba is closely aligned with the dynamic needs of India’s airport security and smart building sectors. We are actively investing in technologies that integrate seamlessly with digital infrastructure – such as mobile access, biometric authentication, and cloud-based access management systems. In response to India’s growing emphasis on contactless and automated solutions, we continue to enhance our product portfolio with AI-powered analytics, self-boarding gates, and smart entrance systems tailored for high-security environments like airports.
Our upcoming innovations will focus on interoperability, user-centric design, and sustainable intelligence to meet both operational and passenger experience goals.
Q2. With India’s rapid urbanization and airport infrastructure development, what are the key growth opportunities for dormakaba in the Indian market? How do you differentiate your offerings in a competitive landscape?
India’s expanding urban footprint and investments in airport infrastructure present significant growth opportunities for dormakaba. We see strong demand not only in metro cities but also in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities where smart city initiatives are gaining momentum.
Our key differentiators lie in our comprehensive portfolio – covering everything from door hardware to fully integrated access solutions—and our ability to customize these systems to local regulatory, architectural, and operational requirements. Additionally, our global expertise combined with strong local partnerships ensures consistent quality and innovation across projects.
Q3. Sustainability and digital transformation are major industry drivers. How is dormakaba integrating sustainable practices and smart technologies into its products to meet customer demands?
Sustainability is embedded in our product development and business strategy. We are designing products with durability, energy efficiency, and recyclability in mind. Additionally, many of our access systems support remote diagnostics, reducing maintenance-related emissions.
On the digital front, our solutions integrate with smart building ecosystems to enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and efficient building management. Many products also adhere to leading green building standards, ensuring they contribute to our customers’ environmental goals.
Q4. Dormakaba plays a crucial role across multiple sectors, especially airports. Can you share some key partnerships or success stories in India where your solutions have significantly enhanced security and efficiency at an airport?
We are proud to have contributed to the success of several major airport projects in India, including collaborations with some of the country’s busiest airports such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. At these locations, our self-boarding gates, security entrance systems, and integrated access management platforms have streamlined passenger flow, improved operational efficiency, and enhanced overall security. The deployment of our secure entrance solutions has reduced boarding time and increased throughput, while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Q5. Looking ahead, what are the biggest challenges and opportunities for dormakaba India, and how do you envision the company’s role in shaping the future of security and access control in the country?
One of the biggest challenges lies in adapting global technologies to local infrastructure and compliance environments, especially in a diverse and rapidly evolving market like India. However, this also represents a tremendous opportunity. As digital transformation accelerates, we aim to be a strategic partner in enabling smarter, safer, and more sustainable access solutions across sectors – from aviation and commercial real estate to healthcare and hospitality. By combining innovation, local insight, and a strong service ecosystem, dormakaba India is well-positioned to help shape the future of secure access in the country.
Q5. Why is an event like IPTS important for the industry and what will you be showcasing there?
Events like IPTS are vital platforms for driving dialogue, innovation, and collaboration within the access and security ecosystem. They provide an opportunity to engage with key stakeholders, showcase technological advancements, and understand emerging industry needs.
At IPTS, dormakaba will be showcasing our latest innovations in secure, connected access solutions – including smart door systems, automated entrance technologies, and cloud-based access control platforms – highlighting how they support both security and sustainability in modern infrastructure projects.