Maritime Access Technology
Cruise Ship
RFID Cards
High-durability RFID cards designed for the marine environment. Saltwater-resistant, UV-stable printing, and compatible with onboard payment and access systems.
Product Overview
Built for the Open Ocean
Cruise ship environments demand exceptional durability: saltwater spray, intense UV exposure, sunscreen contact, and constant handling by thousands of passengers daily. Our marine-grade RFID cards are engineered specifically for these conditions.
Featuring MIFARE DESFire EV2/EV3 chips with AES-128 encryption, these cards support up to 28 simultaneous applications on a single card: cabin access, onboard payments, muster station identification, shore excursion tracking, casino, spa, and more.
Card Types
Marine RFID Card Options
Standard Cruise Card
13.56 MHz HF
Marine-grade PVC with UV-stable full-color printing. Saltwater and sunscreen resistant. Designed for the demanding ocean environment.
Chips: MIFARE DESFire EV2, DESFire EV3
Recycled Marine Card
13.56 MHz HF
Recycled PVC sourced from ocean-bound plastic waste. Same marine durability with enhanced sustainability credentials for eco-conscious cruise lines.
Chips: MIFARE DESFire EV2
Dual-Interface Card
HF + Magnetic
Combines RFID contactless with magnetic stripe for backward compatibility. Bridges legacy and modern cruise ship access systems.
Chips: DESFire EV2 + HiCo Mag Stripe
Product Configurations
Popular Configurations
Cruise Line Boarding Card
DESFire EV3 with AES-128 encryption for cabin access, onboard purchases, muster station ID, and port excursion tracking. UV-stable printing for multi-week voyages.
Shore Excursion Pass
Compact RFID card for tracking passengers on shore excursions. Real-time head count for safety compliance. DESFire EV2 with long read range.
Crew Identification Card
High-security DESFire EV3 card for crew access control, time tracking, and restricted area authorization. Photo ID printing with holographic overlay option.
Casino & Entertainment Card
Multi-application DESFire card for onboard casino loyalty, entertainment venue access, and VIP lounge entry. Integrates with onboard gaming systems.
Technical Details
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Standard | Recycled | Dual-Interface |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Marine-grade PVC | Recycled marine PVC | PVC + Mag stripe |
| Chip | DESFire EV2/EV3 | DESFire EV2 | DESFire EV2 + HiCo |
| Encryption | AES-128 | AES-128 | AES-128 + Mag |
| UV Stability | UV-resistant inks | UV-resistant inks | UV-resistant inks |
| Salt Resistance | Marine-grade coating | Marine-grade coating | Marine-grade coating |
| Applications | Up to 28 apps/card | Up to 28 apps/card | Up to 28 apps/card |
| Data Retention | 10+ years | 10+ years | 10+ years |
| MOQ | 5000 units | 5000 units | 2500 units |
Use Cases
Applications & Use Cases
Cabin Access
Primary cabin door access for passengers and crew. DESFire EV3 provides anti-cloning protection critical for maritime security.
Onboard Payments
Cashless purchases at all onboard venues: restaurants, bars, shops, spa, casino. Linked to passenger folio for end-of-voyage settlement.
Muster Station ID
Critical safety function: identifies and tracks passengers during emergency muster drills and real emergencies. IMO SOLAS compliance.
Shore Excursion Tracking
Tracks embarkation/debarkation at ports of call. Ensures all passengers are accounted for before departure. Real-time head count.
Age-Restricted Access
Controls access to casino, adults-only areas, and age-restricted entertainment. Linked to passenger age verification at check-in.
Loyalty Programs
Stores cruise line loyalty tier, frequent cruiser points, and cabin upgrade eligibility. Multi-voyage card programs for repeat guests.
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