Air Cargo Screening Systems Market

The global air cargo screening systems market size was valued at USD 3.07 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 4.37 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 4% during the forecast period, 2023–2031. The growth of the market is attributed to rising demand for advance screening systems at airport.

The primary purpose of air cargo security screening systems is to detect explosives and narcotics. Airport authorities across the globe are deploying advanced security systems in place to detect explosives in cargo and trace narcotics in large and small pallets of cargo. Air cargo is also known as air freight. It refers to the carriage or transportation of goods through an air carrier. Air transport services include air mail, air freight, and air express.

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The air cargo industry is a significant target for terrorist attacks, and recent attempts to ship explosive materials have raised concerns and resulted in further tightening of screening regulations. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and other regulatory bodies in the European Commission (EU) have imposed stringent regulations on air cargo screening, forcing several airports to upgrade their existing cargo screening systems.

These systems assist security agencies in securing airport infrastructure against safety violations while also ensuring the smooth operation of the global supply chain, which boosts the country's economic prospects through aviation services.

Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities

• Increasing air cargo has encouraged the development of dedicated air cargo terminals, which is expected to drive the demand for air cargo screening systems in the coming years.

• Rising initiatives and support from government is projected to drive the market growth.

• Growing e-commerce activities has encouraged the adoption of air cargo screening, fueling the growth of the market.

• High cost of installation and timely maintenance is estimated to hinder the market growth.

• Development of advance security systems is anticipated to create immense opportunities for the market players.

Scope of Air Cargo Screening Systems Market Report

The report on the global air cargo screening systems market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.

Air Cargo Screening Systems Market Segment Insights:

Explosive trace detection segment is anticipated to grow at a robust rate

Based on technology, the market is segregated into explosive detection systems, explosive trace detection systems, metal detection systems, non-computed tomography (Non-CT) transmission x-ray devices. The explosive trace detection segment is anticipated to account for a large market share during the forecast period.

Explosives trace detectors (ETD) are types of explosive detection equipment that can detect explosives with low explosive magnitudes. ETD-like devices are also used to detect narcotics. Modern screening methods are capable and powerful in screening large volumes of cargo.

ETDs are used mainly in airports to detain people who are in possession of narcotics or explosives, as well as to identify traffickers of prohibited materials. Tyler Pounds Regional Airport in Texas received a high-tech baggage screening equipment from TSA.

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Asia Pacific to account a significant market share

In terms of regions, the global air cargo screening systems market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific is estimated to account for a significant market share owing to increasing cargo traffic and improved infrastructure.

Countries such as China, India, Japan, and Singapore are planning to build new airports and expand existing ones. New airports are anticipated to have cargo terminals, which can increase demand for screening systems from this region.

The market in North America is expected to exhibit a robust CAGR during the forecast period. The US' air cargo protection policies have been centered on two major perceived threats, the detonation of concealed explosives in an air cargo shipment midflight and the possible hijacking of a large all-cargo aircraft to attack a ground target, such as a major population center, critical infrastructure, or a critical national security asset.

The TSA established a voluntary Certified Cargo Screening Program (CCSP) that allows TSA-approved cargo screening to take place at off-airport manufacturing sites, warehouses, distribution centers, and freight transfer facilities by industry personnel.

Some of the major airports in North America and Asia Pacific are being renovated or expanded, and latest technologies, such as cargo-screening technology based on X-ray radiography, are being implemented, which is expected to drive the prospects of the air cargo screening systems market during the forecast period.

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Segments

The global air cargo screening systems market is segmented on the basis of

Technology

• Explosive Detection Systems
• Explosive Trace Detection Systems
• Metal Detection Systems
• Non-computed Tomography (Non-CT) Transmission X-ray Devices

Regions

• Asia Pacific
• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• Middle East & Africa

Key Players

• Leidos, Inc.
• Rapiscan System Inc.
• L3 Security & Detection Systems
• Smith’s Detection Inc.
• VOTI Detection Inc.

Competitive Landscape

The major players in the air cargo screening systems market include Leidos, Inc., Rapiscan System Inc., L3 Security & Detection Systems, Smith’s Detection Inc., and VOTI Detection Inc.

In January 2021, VOTI Detection Inc. announced that TSA approved the XR3D-7D and XR3D-100D scanners, which feature 3D Perspective technology for enhanced threat detection.

In November 2019, Rapiscan Systems was approved by the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) 3.1 performance standard and was selected to be on the TSA's Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL) for its RTT 110 Explosive Detection Systems (EDS).