Overview

• On July 25 the EU Commission approved Smiths Detection CT scanners that use medical computed tomography to identify liquid and solid explosives.
• Airports are now responsible for ending the 100-ml carry-on limit after EU rule amendments and initial scanner installations in 21 member states.
• Frankfurt Airport has installed 40 scanners in its 190 security lanes with 40 more on order, but passengers will not see immediate changes.
• Munich Airport has the scanners on site but will only adapt the software and lift liquid restrictions after the Bavarian summer holidays.
• Widespread adoption will hinge on costly equipment purchases, infrastructure upgrades and software integration funded by airport operators and government authorities.