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NUCTECH

Nuctech specializes in security inspection and detection systems using X-ray, CT, millimeter wave, and trace technologies to address threats like explosives, narcotics, and contraband in airports, enabling efficient screening of passengers, baggage, cargo, and vehicles while complying with ECAC/ICAO standards for high throughput and low false alarms. Founded in 1997 as a Tsinghua University spin-off, the Beijing-based firm provides end-to-end solutions from checkpoint hold baggage to perimeter security, powering multilayered airport protection worldwide with AI-enhanced imaging and automated threat recognition.

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COUNTRY

China

FUNDING STAGE

Private Owned

KEY OFFERINGS

  • XT2100HS / CT Series for Baggage: Dual-energy spiral CT scanners for cabin/hold baggage with 3D imaging, auto-explosives/narcotics detection, high-speed throughput (>1,000 bags/hr), low false alarms via AI algorithms.

  • TR2000DC Desktop ETD: Trace explosives/narcotics detector for hands/surfaces/swabs, ECAC-compliant, integrates into checkpoints for passenger/cargo screening.​

  • MW1000AA Millimeter Wave Scanner: Non-intrusive body scanner for concealed threats, safe radio waves, high-resolution imaging for people screening.​

  • MR6000DE Cargo Vehicle Scanner: Drive-through mobile X-ray for trucks/containers, detects smuggling in air cargo/perimeter checks.

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COUNTRY

China

FUNDING STAGE

Private Owned

KEY OFFERINGS

  • XT2100HS / CT Series for Baggage: Dual-energy spiral CT scanners for cabin/hold baggage with 3D imaging, auto-explosives/narcotics detection, high-speed throughput (>1,000 bags/hr), low false alarms via AI algorithms.

  • TR2000DC Desktop ETD: Trace explosives/narcotics detector for hands/surfaces/swabs, ECAC-compliant, integrates into checkpoints for passenger/cargo screening.​

  • MW1000AA Millimeter Wave Scanner: Non-intrusive body scanner for concealed threats, safe radio waves, high-resolution imaging for people screening.​

  • MR6000DE Cargo Vehicle Scanner: Drive-through mobile X-ray for trucks/containers, detects smuggling in air cargo/perimeter checks.

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In 2024, Sharjah Airport (UAE) deployed 67 Nuctech X-ray security devices across checkpoints as part of expansion, enabling integrated screening for prohibited items, boosting capacity for 20M+ pax with high-speed detection and minimal downtime.

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In 2024, Sharjah Airport (UAE) deployed 67 Nuctech X-ray security devices across checkpoints as part of expansion, enabling integrated screening for prohibited items, boosting capacity for 20M+ pax with high-speed detection and minimal downtime.