Contract will strengthen Norway’s capability to inspect goods traffic across key border and customs locations
Smiths Detection, a global leader in threat detection and security screening technologies, has been selected to supply advanced mobile vehicle inspection systems for Norwegian Customs, supporting the authority’s ability to protect Norway’s borders while maintaining the efficient movement of legitimate trade.
Norway’s border environment presents a complex operational challenge for customs authorities. Long distances, harsh weather and varied terrain require inspection systems that can be deployed flexibly, perform reliably and support fast, evidence-based decision-making in the field.
The HCVM XL systems will be configured for Norwegian operating conditions, including low-temperature capability and a more powerful engine configuration. These adaptations will support mobile screening across colder climates, challenging roads and remote customs locations.
The systems will give Norwegian Customs high-energy X-ray capability to inspect vehicles, containers and goods without relying solely on manual searches. By combining mobility, image quality and long-term service support, the contract will strengthen border protection while helping legitimate trade continue to move efficiently.
“Norwegian Customs operates in one of Europe’s most demanding border environments, where security, mobility and operational resilience must work together,” said Martin Hören, Area Sales Manager in charge at Smiths Detection. “This contract reflects the strength of our HCVM portfolio, our ability to tailor proven technology to complex operational requirements, and the importance of long-term support in keeping critical border infrastructure performing over time.”
SENSEC, Smiths Detection’s distributor in Norway and Sweden, will support the programme locally. The award builds on a long-standing partnership between the two companies and reflects the importance of local expertise in delivering complex security programmes for government customers.
The contract further strengthens Smiths Detection’s position in ports and borders, where customs authorities are investing in technologies that improve detection capability, support efficient inspection processes and provide the operational flexibility required at modern border crossings.
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