Airports & Ports Security Applications - Case studies

ATÜ Duty Free, Turkey’s pioneering duty-free retailer, aimed to establish a comprehensive security and AI-powered surveillance system in the Antalya Airport new terminal building project to maximize operational efficiency and customer experience. This critical project was successfully implemented thanks to Hanwha Vision’s high-performance camera solutions and deep learning-based AI capabilities, combined with the flawless implementation by integrator Arte Teknoloji. This projec...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has partnered with Queenstown Airport (ZQN) and Custom Technology Systems Ltd to elevate the domestic departure experience, providing greater convenience and security for passengers. Queenstown Airport, a key gateway to New Zealand’s South Island and the country’s fourth-busiest airport, has evolved continuously since opening in 1935. Now serving more than 2.6 million passengers each year, it connects major domestic destinations and east coast Australia, dri...

Cognitec Systems Pty Ltd is working with Home Affairs Australia to deliver 250 camera devices for facial image capture, image quality check, and traveler identity verification at all major international airports in Australia. With approximately 41 million international travelers entering and leaving Australia each year, the Department uses facial biometrics to collect and electronically verify the identity of eligible international travelers. Cognitec hardware and software systems Cognitec&rs...

Cattewater Harbor in Plymouth is harnessing the power and performance of 360 Vision Technology’s Invictus cameras, to protect and secure operations across the challenging and changing conditions at the harbor’s extensive shoreline. The UK manufacturer of ruggedized HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, was selected to provide their industry-pioneering camera technology after a comprehensive on-site evaluation. Civilian pleasure traffic Plymouth is the largest city on the sout...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a pioneering manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, announced the successful deployment of its advanced, AI-powered camera technology at a major UK aerospace manufacturing facility. The project, delivered in partnership with long-time integrator Richards CCTV, modernized the site’s aging security infrastructure, addressing stringent aviation industry compliance needs while enhancing safety, operationa...

Nizam Zachman Port, one of Indonesia's most important fishing hubs, supports thousands of local fishermen and maritime businesses. Recognizing the potential to enhance operations and better serve the community, the port management deployed Hikvision’s AIoT (AI-powered Internet of Things) technologies to make the port smarter and more efficient. Standard AIS signaling Port management identified several key areas where they believed technology could make a significant difference Every da...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced that the Port of Barcelona has successfully implemented Genetec™ Security Center, significantly improving the port’s safety, efficiency, and operational capabilities. As one of the Mediterranean’s major logistics hubs, the Port of Barcelona has experienced continuous growth in recent years, leading to new operational and security challenges. In response, the Port Authority launched a modernization in...

The precise recording of passenger numbers is essential for transport companies - it helps to optimize timetables, make better use of capacities and organize local public transport more efficiently. A modern solution for this is camera-based passenger counting. Intelligent image processing systems automatically and precisely record how many people board and alight - without any manual counting. With Adigo nPax, the Norwegian company Adigo Mechatronics has developed such a system especially for...

Ecuador’s border control authorities have significantly enhanced their identity verification capabilities by deploying a suite of advanced document examination devices from Regula. The nationwide upgrade, supported by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and local partner INSETK, brings automation, precision, and speed to the country’s border checkpoints, which collectively process nearly 1.5 million travelers annually. Regula’s advanced forensic devices The p...

SightLogix, a pioneer in AI-powered thermal security for critical infrastructure environments, has announced that an undisclosed South Florida airport has completed a lifecycle refresh of SightSensor cameras, the core component of the airport’s advanced perimeter security infrastructure. The perimeter surveillance system from SightLogix leverages advanced thermal cameras with edged-based artificial intelligence capabilities to validate threats, minimizing false alarms by ov...

Ferroport, which operates the iron ore terminal at the Port of Açu in São João da Barra, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has deployed state-of-the-art video surveillance cameras from  Axis Communications to enhance nighttime security and visibility, while decreasing environmental impact and prioritizing sustainability. With cutting-edge technology, the port now has precise surveillance cameras that capture high-quality nighttime images, while reducing the amount of a...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has successfully installed its BoardSec intelligent airport boarding gate system at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport’s Terminal 3, as part of a major smart renovation and upgrade program. As the primary international gateway for Chongqing - one of the world's most populous cities - Jiangbei International Airport handled over 40 million passengers in 2024, ranking among the top ten busiest airports in mainland China. Gunnebo’s Top Visual Recognition...

The space-saving yet full-function video spectral comparator Regula 4306 has been deployed at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, to strengthen the country’s border security. This initiative aims to combat transnational crimes, including human trafficking, smuggling, and irregular migration.  Forged identity documents Lao People’s Democratic Republic faces growing challenges in identifying forged identity documents Lik...

Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport has significantly improved its safety by installing state-of-the-art video technology from German manufacturer Dallmeier. The Panomera® multifocal sensor cameras are used for comprehensive monitoring of the movement area. A major hub for domestic flights Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport (TFN) is located about 10 kilometers west of the capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, in the municipality of San Cristóbal de La Laguna. It mainly h...

DP World Yarimca, one of the largest container terminals of the Gulf of İzmit and Turkey, is a strong proponent of using industry-pioneering technology to deliver unrivaled value to its customers and partners. As the port is growing, DP World Yarimca needs to continue to provide uninterrupted operations and a high level of security. To address these challenges, DP World Yarimca has embraced innovative technological products, including FLIR's comprehensive portfolio of security monitoring soluti...

Windsor Port Authority, one of just 17 national ports created by the 1999 Canada Marine Act, has enhanced waterway safety and security across its jurisdiction on the U.S.-Canada border with state-of-the-art cameras from Axis Communications. These cameras, combined with radar solutions from Accipiter Radar Technologies Inc., provide the port with the visibility needed to prevent collisions, better detect illegal activity, and save lives along the river. Windsor Port Located on the Detroit...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that Heathrow Airport’s multi-year investment in Genetec solutions is enabling them to continuously innovate and transform operations. The joint effort provides Heathrow with a unified view across large-scale airport operations to secure people and assets, bringing efficiency and enhancing the passenger experience while ensuring data privacy and cyb...

Smiths Detection, a global pioneer in threat detection and security screening technologies, announces that it is partnering with Flughafen Zürich AG (Zurich Airport) to trial the use of the industry-pioneering HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX Model S carry-on baggage X-ray scanners and the iLane A20 ATRS, the smart automatic tray return system, at two security lanes in the airport. The 3D images produced by Smiths Detection’s HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX will allow some of Zurich’s 2.7 million...

Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd., a pioneering provider of next-generation, Artificial Intelligence (AI) based technologies for the detection of concealed weapons and other threats, is pleased to announce that its HEXWAVE™ system has been purchased by a major international airport in New York to support its aviation worker security screening program. “We are thrilled to have received the award following a public tender and to be chosen to support the airport's aviation worker screening...

RecFaces, a facial recognition software company, has announced the successful deployment of its flagship product, Id-Guard at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, Peru. This implementation marks a significant milestone in bolstering security measures at one of South America's busiest airports, underscoring the importance of maintaining a high level of safety at public transportation hubs. Jorge Chávez International Airport Jorge Chávez International Airport serves...

On Saturday, the 27th Of January, 2024 an intoxicated man managed to gain access to The Indira Gandhi International Airport’s runway, he was soon after arrested on the tarmac of the runway by the Central Industrial Security Force and then handed to the New Delhi police force. Luckily this man was only drunk, what if he was a determined criminal or even worse a terrorist, think about what damage could have happened in the time between the perimeter being breached and by the time he was arr...

Chopin Airport in Warsaw, named after the famous Polish composer Frédéric Chopin, has recently undergone an impressive improvement in acoustic technology. System features The installation of an extensive Praesensa system from Bosch Building Technologies marks a turning point in the way information and music are transmitted and played in the airport building. The new system features advanced loudspeaker technology and a high level of automation, providing outstanding sound qualit...

Yalova Terminal is a roll-on roll-off (“ro-ro”) port, meaning it is designed to carry wheeled cargo. It is Turkey’s 63rd border gate and began operations in 2017. It covers 80,000 square meters with a 500-trailer capacity and 16,000 square meters of storage, which includes an ADR warehouse for the storage of hazardous goods. On-site there are X-ray facilities, a laboratory for customs, offices, and break rooms for drivers. All of these facilities require continuous monitoring...

At Scheveningen Harbor in the coastal city of The Hague in the Netherlands, an AI-based video security system from Bosch Building Technologies is now ensuring that every single ship or boat entering or leaving the harbor is logged. The customized solution developed by Bosch together with its partner BrainCreators automatically registers and classifies shipping traffic. Intelligent security solution Until now, employees at the port control center had to keep an eye on shipping traffic around t...

IDEMIA has been selected by ACSA to implement its solution in South Africa’s three main international airports: OR Tambo, Cape Town, and King Shaka including the border clearance process using the latest e-Gates technologies. Interconnected with all the major airlines in the world, South Africa is a key country when it comes to air transportation in Africa. ID2Travel The four-year project started in October 2023 and will be deployed in three phases. As soon as 2026, nine South African a...

OSI Systems, Inc. (the ‘Company’ or ‘OSI Systems’) (OSIS) has announced that its Security division was awarded a contract from an international airport for approximately $18 million to provide various checkpoint and hold baggage screening solutions. Among the systems to be provided are the RTT®110 (Real Time Tomography) explosive detection system for screening hold baggage, Metor® Walk-Through Metal Detector, and Itemiser® 5X explosive trace detection system...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a global provider of 3D LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) security solutions, was chosen by Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to analyze footfall and passenger journeys and ultimately improve passenger happiness. Quanergy’s solution surpassed the capabilities of existing solutions and delivered accurate, data-driven insights for enhanced operational efficiency, passenger satisfaction, and cost savings. Real-time alerts “Through the implementation of...

Ipsotek, an Eviden Business at Atos Group, has announced that it was appointed to provide its AI video analytics technology at the soon-to-be-opened new Midfield Terminal Building at Abu Dhabi International Airport, in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Delivered in partnership with Atlas Security, deployment of Ipsotek’s AI video analytics solutions is anticipated to improve operations, security, and safety across various areas of the Midfield Terminal Building, which is renowned for its iconic architectur...