Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection Group Limited

Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

CBRN DefenseDual-use
Founded 1950System Integrator, MRO & ServicesSupplies Homeland Security & Police
Profile last updated: April 25, 2026

About

Founded in 1950, Smiths Detection is a defense system integrator based in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom working in cbrn defense.

Smiths Detection is the threat detection and security screening division of Smiths Group plc, a UK-listed technology company. It develops and manufactures detection and screening technology for aviation, ports and borders, urban security and defence end-use markets. Its portfolio includes X-ray and 3D CT scanners, hold baggage and air cargo screening, checkpoint and mail room screening, vehicle and container screening, and trace and CBRN-related detection. The company also offers AI-powered detection, digital and integration services, maintenance, technical support, training and spares. Its manufacturing facilities are in France, Germany, Malaysia, the UK and USA, with sales and service centres in 17 countries. It holds defence-focused events and content covering CBRN defence.

Location

Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Founded

1950

Company type

Subsidiary

Legal name

Smiths Detection Group Limited

VAT number

FRA9848000000

Focus areas

threat detectionsecurity screeningX-rayCT scanningCBRNaviation securityports and bordersurban securitydefence

Languages

ENES

Products & capabilities

Defense domains

CBRN Defense

Supply-chain role

System IntegratorMRO & Services

What they offer

HardwareSoftwareMaintenance & RepairTraining

Markets

Also sells to civilian markets

Products

HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX

3D X-ray scanner

Computed tomography X-ray scanner used for security screening, including at airports.

SDX 10080 SCT

Hold baggage and air cargo screening system

Screening system for hold baggage and air cargo.

End users

Homeland Security & Police

Credentials & affiliations

Certifications

ECAC Approved for AI-driven cabin baggage screening

Issued by: European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC)

People

Management & team (9)

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