Getlink, the operator of the Channel Tunnel, has announced its readiness for the biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) set to launch in October, despite concerns from officials about potential travel disruptions. The EES will electronically record biometric data, such as facial and fingerprint scans, of non-EU nationals entering and exiting the Schengen Area, replacing manual passport stamping. Initially proposed in 2013, the project has faced multiple delays due to technical challenges and the COVID-19 pandemic. Getlink has invested £70 million in facilities for the biometric screening process, with Chief Corporate and Public Affairs Officer John Keefe asserting that the system is designed to handle peak traffic efficiently and is "idiot-proof."