The air cargo security and screening systems US$ 764.3 million in 2021 to US$ 1,064.4 million by 2028; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2021 to 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2021 to 2028.

The growing risk of attacks through explosives has led to the increasing adoption of technologies such as x-ray systems, explosives trace detectors (ETDs), and explosives detection systems (EDSs) at various airports in the world. Moreover, the rising use of air cargo facilities for the transportation of goods is leading to the increasing use of these cargo screening technologies for enabling quicker checks. Thus, there has been a considerable increase in the adoption of bomb-detecting technologies and screening devices across APAC in the recent years. The escalating deployment of security screening systems and rising transportation of temperature-sensitive products are influencing the demand for global air cargo security and screening systems. However, the lack of technical expertise is restraining the global air cargo security and screening systems market growth. The growing safety concerns due to the rise in terrorism, risk of attacks at airports, and rapid adoption of e-commerce are the other factors contributing to market growth.

The COVID-19 outbreak has significantly affected the world and is continuing to shatter several countries. The exponential rise in the patient count compelled government authorities to limit the movement of humans, goods, and commodities by enacting travel restrictions, mass lockdowns, and business shutdowns. Lockdown measures resulted in lesser production of commodities and goods, and lowered the frequency of service offerings. However, the demand for air cargo remained unaffected during this global crisis, and the operating conditions continued to provide favorable conditions for air cargo operations. Air cargo and freighter operators have reported brisk business owing to the surge in demand for the transportation of COVID-19-related essentials by air. SpiceExpress, an air cargo subsidiary of SpiceJet, has reported an unaltered performance as its fleet is increasingly being deployed to transport essential items and medical goods during the pandemic. The cargo delivered to various parts of the world includes COVID-19 related medical equipment, reagents, enzymes, masks, testing kits and PPE, and gloves.

The air cargo security and screening systems market is segmented on the bases of size, technology, application, and geography. Based on size, the market is segmented into small parcel, break and pallet cargo, and oversized cargo. In 2021, the break and pallet cargo segment is projected to lead the air cargo security and screening systems market with the largest market share. Based on technology, the air cargo security and screening systems market is segmented into X-ray systems, ETD, EDS, and others. In 2021, the EDS segment is expected to hold the largest market share. Based on application, the air cargo security and screening systems market is segmented into narcotics detection, explosive detection, metal and contraband detection, and others. In 2021, the explosive detection segment is projected to be the largest shareholder in the overall market. In terms of geography, the air cargo security and screening systems market is broadly segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), the Middle East & Africa (MEA), and South America (SAM). In 2021, APAC accounted for the significant share of the global market.

A few key players operating in the global air cargo security and screening systems market and profiled in the market study are Dhonaadhi Hitec Innovations; Krystalvision Image Systems Pvt. Ltd.; Nuctech Company Limited; Rapiscan Systems, Inc.; Safran; VOTI Detection Inc.; Safeway Inspection System Limited; and Smiths Detection Group Ltd. (Smiths Group plc).

The overall global air cargo security and screening systems market size has been derived using both primary and secondary sources. To begin the research process, exhaustive secondary research has been conducted using internal and external sources to obtain qualitative and quantitative information related to the market. The process also serves the purpose of obtaining an overview and forecast for the air cargo security and screening systems market with respect to all the segments. Also, multiple primary interviews have been conducted with industry participants and commentators to validate the data, as well as to gain more analytical insights into the topic. The participants of this process include industry experts such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers-along with external consultants such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders-specializing in the air cargo security and screening systems market.