16 March
2015, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi Airports today announces that it has signed a AED 458 million contract with Smiths Detection,
to equip the Midfield Terminal with a range of systems aimed at detecting CBRE threats
(chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosives).
The
hold baggage systems include the next generation of high speed
explosives detection system deploying a combination of X-ray
technologies
to produce high resolution images of baggage contents. There will also
be 3D workstations for outbound equipment screening by the police and
2D workstations for the inbound screening by customs. For carry-on
baggage screening, state of the art ATIX (Advanced
Threat Inspection X-Ray) systems will be deployed, supported by trace
detection sensors, bottle liquid scanners and radiation detectors.
H.E
Ali Majed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Airports, said: “The
safety and security of passengers, crew and aircraft is our top
priority, so
it is vital that we should apply the very best and most innovative
technology available to achieve this. Such an approach reflects Abu
Dhabi Airports’ overall vision for the Midfield Terminal. It will offer
passengers state-of-the-art experience in air travel,
with every part of its development will be implementing the best
possible solutions. We have been very impressed with the way in which
Smiths Detection have demonstrated how their cutting edge X-ray systems
will exceed current global standards. We look forward
to seeing their deliverables on such an important part of the
development of the Midfield Terminal.”
