Passport Systems has signed a letter of intent with 216 Company for the sale of 18 SmartScan 3D scanners to the General Department of Vietnam Customs. The execution of this agreement will improve cargo security for both the US and Vietnam, with positive effects for both countries' national security.
The SmartScan 3D scanner's technology is also expected to help thwart smuggling and contraband flowing through the ports, and result in more accurate collection of taxes and import duties.
The SmartScan 3D scanners include an automated cargo inspection system capable of detecting radiological threats — even when shielded — with speed and accuracy.
Unlike current cargo inspection systems that rely solely on human detection of contraband, a SmartScan 3D scanner examines cargo by its material properties. It targets and detects materials of interest, alerting the operator to the presence of contraband, while supplying a 3-dimensional location—all without opening the container. Not only is the system capable of automatically detecting nuclear material, explosives, drugs, nerve agents, firearm components and other contraband, it can differentiate water from alcohol. Passport says these capabilities surpass the systems currently deployed in ports either domestically or abroad.
Dr Robert Ledoux, President, CEO and Director of Passport Systems said, "The purchase, installation, and use of these scanners is a win for both the US and Vietnam. The scanner improves global security while improving the flow of commerce, and creates a significant number of jobs. We look forward to working with the General Department of Vietnam Customs in the coming years."
In 2006, Congress passed the SAFE Port Act, which commits the US to partnering with foreign nations to increase the security of US-bound cargo before it arrives in the country. The scanners were conceptualised as a result of this act.
The SmartScan 3D scanner's technology is also expected to help thwart smuggling and contraband flowing through the ports, and result in more accurate collection of taxes and import duties.
The SmartScan 3D scanners include an automated cargo inspection system capable of detecting radiological threats — even when shielded — with speed and accuracy.
Unlike current cargo inspection systems that rely solely on human detection of contraband, a SmartScan 3D scanner examines cargo by its material properties. It targets and detects materials of interest, alerting the operator to the presence of contraband, while supplying a 3-dimensional location—all without opening the container. Not only is the system capable of automatically detecting nuclear material, explosives, drugs, nerve agents, firearm components and other contraband, it can differentiate water from alcohol. Passport says these capabilities surpass the systems currently deployed in ports either domestically or abroad.
Dr Robert Ledoux, President, CEO and Director of Passport Systems said, "The purchase, installation, and use of these scanners is a win for both the US and Vietnam. The scanner improves global security while improving the flow of commerce, and creates a significant number of jobs. We look forward to working with the General Department of Vietnam Customs in the coming years."
In 2006, Congress passed the SAFE Port Act, which commits the US to partnering with foreign nations to increase the security of US-bound cargo before it arrives in the country. The scanners were conceptualised as a result of this act.
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