Smiths Detection to equip five New Zealand airports with security tech

New Zealand’s Aviation Security Service (AvSec) has contracted Smiths Detection to deliver checkpoint security technology for its five international airports. AvSec will deploy the technology across Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown and Wellington airports. Under the contract, Smiths Detection has agreed to deliver 35 of its HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX computed tomography (CT) X-ray machines. The company claims that its systems meet the international regulatory standards in the US and EU, offering the highest level of security. It added that the solution will expedite the screening process by allowing travellers to leave laptops and liquids in their cabin baggage. Smiths Detection North and South Asia Market head Aurelien Guilbert said: “We’re delighted to be continuing our long-standing relationship with New Zealand AvSec. Through the roll-out of this technology, passengers flying out of New Zealand’s international airports will have a smoother and more efficient checkpoint experience.”<br/>