The UK government has allocated £450,000 to six British technology firms, including one in Nottingham, to develop advanced airport screening equipment aimed at improving security and reducing delays. The funding, announced by the Department for Transport (DfT), supports innovations designed to enhance threat detection, reduce false alarms, and speed up passenger screening.
Companies based in Tewkesbury and Cambridge are also among the recipients. In addition to funding, businesses will receive tailored guidance on technical development, regulation, and corporate finance through workshops led by the Connected Places Catapult.
Airlines UK and AirportsUK have welcomed the investment, highlighting its potential to improve airport operations and support the aviation sector’s goal of achieving net zero. Industry leaders are also calling for reforms to the UK’s airspace design process to reduce delays further and enhance resilience.
Aviation Minister Mike Kane stated that the funding aligns with the government’s broader strategy to strengthen security, boost international competitiveness, and drive economic growth in the aviation sector.
