Smiths Detection Supplies Nigeria the Most Advanced Customs Screening System in the Region

Vitry-sur-Seine, France, December 15. 2011 - Smiths Detection today announces a multi-million Euro order from Nigeria for its dual view high energy cargo scanner which includes a state-of-the-art material discrimination system.

The order placed by Global Scansystems Ltd is part of the Destination Inspection Programme (DIP), established by the Nigerian Ministry of Finance for the Customs Authorities of Nigeria. The stationary scanner, the most advanced system of its kind in West Africa, will be deployed at the customs and border checkpoint between Nigeria and Benin. 

Mal Maginnis, President of Smiths Detection, said: “Our HCVS (Heimann Cargo Vision Stationary) with material discrimination features X-ray images that distinguish between organic and inorganic substances. The associated colour coding greatly helps in the detection of threat objects such as weapons, explosives and drugs. Our advanced technology and customer service will play a vital role in helping Nigeria deter smuggling and terrorism.”

The HCVS is the most powerful tool in Smiths Detection’s cargo inspection product portfolio. It is permanently installed on a dedicated site, providing a swift and non-intrusive inspection procedure for every part of fully loaded trucks and containers.  It also allows easy verification of customs documents and manifest verification.

For technical specifications, please visit: http://www.smithsdetection.com/HCVS.php.

Smiths Detection offers advanced security solutions in civil and military markets worldwide, developing and manufacturing government-regulated technology products that help detect and identify explosives, chemical and biological agents, radiological and nuclear threats, weapons, narcotics and contraband. It is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying integrated, advanced technologies to markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people in more than 50 countries.

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