The global baggage scanners market is expected to witness substantial growth with the increase in the unlawful and unethical practices around the world. In order to protect the integrity of any nation against anti-social organizations and terrorist threats, security equipment such as baggage scanners are being installed at various places.
High-security areas such as government offices, airports, railways, and Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) use X-Ray baggage scanning systems for small as well as large baggage screening. Network Supervisory Workstation (NSW), video management, and Threat Image Projection (TIP) are some of the optional features used by these scanners for more effective and efficient operation.
Upgradation of airports, an increasing number of terminal expansions, and growing air passenger traffic are some of the factors encouraging the adoption of baggage scanners. Increased terrorists threats, growing instances of piracy, cross border insurgency, and rise in cybercrime are some other factors expected to favorably impact market growth. Technological developments in baggage scanners have significantly bolstered market growth. A high rate of investments along with low passenger growth rate are expected to be factors hampering the market growth.
North America and Europe are expected to constitute key regional markets owing to stringent laws pertaining to public safety. Asia Pacific is expected to witness increased baggage scanners adoption in the wake of growing terrorist threats and a greater emphasis on safety. The baggage scanners market can be segmented on the basis of belts and sorting systems. Belts can be further categorized as angular, vertical, and flat. Sorting systems include RFID and vacuum systems.
Leading players have incorporated advanced technologies to assist in the scanning process. For instance, Crisplant a member of the Beumer group uses Computed Tomography (CT) in their Explosive Detection Systems (EDS). Other prominent baggage scanners market players include Glidepath, Vanderlande, Daifuku-Webb-Logan, G&S Airport Conveyor, and Siemens.