New airport security could prevent passengers from removing their laptops from continuing

New security technology tested at Melbourne Airport modernizes the existing method of scanning pbadenger baggage, which means that liquids and gels, as well as laptops and other large electronics, should not be controlled separately .

The intelligent corridors developed by Smiths Detection, a security screening company, perform a pbadenger cabin baggage scan to produce a three-dimensional image of what it contains. Currently, security screening at airports uses 2D imaging.

The upgraded technology should also allow secure queues to move much faster.

The pilot program has been running since October at the T4 National Terminal at Melbourne Airport, which handles flights from Tigerair, Jetstar and REX.

"Thanks to the pilot program, we are able to better understand how, in the future, pbadengers can pbad security checks without having to give away their items, which simplifies the beginning of the journey," said Simon Gandy, Chief of Aviation at Melbourne Airport, he said.

"As Australia's busiest airport, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, we will continue to find ways to implement new technologies and improve facilities to enhance the travel experience for travelers. the road to the track.

A spokeswoman for Smiths Detection told news.com.au that the trial in Melbourne would continue for as long as necessary.

And it should be deployed at Australia's other major airports and terminals in a few years.

"We expect widespread adoption in national and international terminals from here to two years," the spokeswoman said.

Smart corridors should be up to 50% more efficient than traditional corridors.

The scanning technology uses "the latest technology in CT and provides the highest level of security while improving pbadenger throughput and reducing overall costs for airports," said Smiths Detection.

According to a recent survey by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), airport security and the boarding process are the two biggest frustrations of travelers.

The survey found that 57% of pbadengers thought it was intrusive to remove personal items from their luggage and 48% were disgusted with having to remove their laptops and large electronics for separate control purposes .