Smiths Detection Wins Major German Contract for Advanced X-Ray Scanners

Wiesbaden, Germany - Smiths Detection today announces a contract to provide about 50 Advanced Threat Identification X-ray (aTiX) systems for security checkpoints at Frankfurt International Airport (FRA). The value of the contract was not disclosed.

The order from the German Interior Ministry comprises HI-SCAN 6040 aTiX and HI-SCAN 7555 aTiX systems, combined with re-inspection components, and other equipment to facilitate carry-on baggage screening for liquid explosives.


Cherif Rizkalla, Chief Commercial Officer of Smiths Detection, said: "This latest order from Germany underlines our leading role in supplying advanced detection technologies that meet the strict EU security requirements for detecting liquid threats."

Source : Smiths Detection