Rapiscan Systems Receives Contract to Provide Advanced Inspection Systems at Middle East airport
October 3, 2011 Redhill, UK -- Rapiscan Systems, a leading global supplier of security inspection systems, today announced that it was awarded a contract for approximately $ 3 million to provide state of the art baggage, parcel and checkpoint inspection systems to an international airport in the Middle East region. The systems ordered include Rapiscan's high-speed explosives detection system, which is capable of screening up to 1,500 bags per hour and features advanced matrixing and networking capabilities. OSI Systems' CEO, Deepak Chopra, stated, We are proud to play a role in improving this country's airport security infrastructure. We offer a wide range of inspection systems that are approved by the world's preeminent aviation authorities and allow international airports to rapidly comply with the latest international standards for air passenger and cargo transportation.
About Rapiscan Systems Rapiscan Systems, Inc., a division of OSI Systems, Inc., is a leading global supplier of security inspection solutions utilizing X-ray and gamma-ray imaging, and advanced threat identification techniques such as neutron and diffraction analysis. The company's products are sold into four market segments: Baggage and Parcel Inspection, Cargo and Vehicle Inspection, Hold Baggage Screening and People Screening. The company has an installed base globally of more than 70,000 security and inspection systems. The Rapiscan Systems product line is manufactured at four locations and supported by a global support service network. As the world's leading security screening provider, Rapiscan Systems provides state of the art products, solutions and services that meet our customers' most demanding threat detection needs --- while improving their operational efficiency. Contacts Marketing Kim Smith/Holly Forrest +44 (0) 1276 486 000 [email protected] clat Marketing, The Old Stables, Rectory Farm, Broadway Rd, Lightwater, Surrey GU18 5SH A founding member of the Newshound PR Global Partnership - www.newshoundpr.com