Smiths Detection, a threat detection and screening technologies provider, has obtained local certification for its iCMORE Automated Prohibited Items Detection Systems (APIDS) algorithm. 

The company received the approval from the Netherlands’ National Coordinator for Security and Counter-terrorism (NCTV). 

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This certification was granted following rigorous testing by the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research (TNO), an ECAC certified test centre. 

The national certification test results, as communicated by Robert Moerland, Head of Civil Aviation Security at NCTV, confirm that the APIDS software meets the stringent criteria of APIDS standard one and additional Dutch national detection requirements.  

With this achievement, Smiths Detection claims to have become the first company to secure this approval. . 

The iCMORE APIDS algorithm employs artificial intelligence to identify a broad array of prohibited items automatically at airport security checkpoints.  

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The system enhances security while providing a more efficient passenger experience by reducing manual screening interventions.  

With this certification, Dutch airports can now deploy advanced detection capabilities with confidence, knowing they are using reliable tools to bolster security measures. 

Global Director Digital at Smiths Detection, Cymoril Metivier expressed pride in the certification stating, “This certification reaffirms our commitment to being best in class, offering unmatched and proven capabilities that meet the highest certification standards – setting a new industry benchmark as the trusted partner for cutting-edge detection solutions. 

“We remain committed to leading the way in delivering innovative and revolutionary solutions that elevate passenger safety and experience, ensure compliance with the highest and evolving security standards and safeguard critical operations across the aviation industry.” 

In March 2023, Smiths Detection bolstered its architecture capability by partnering with artificial intelligence threat detection software provider SeeTrue. 

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