KQ receives kit to detect explosives

Kenya Airways Tuesday received equipment that detects explosives in baggage and cargo.

The two explosive trace detection machines worth Sh3.65 million were donated by the British High Commission to help boost aviation security.

High Commissioner Christian Turner said the equipment, the latest technology in the field, was capable of detecting explosives on passengers and their baggage in seconds.

THREAT OF TERRORISM

He said protecting the aviation industry from the threat of terrorism was a global challenge that needed sharing experiences and strengthening strategies.

“The machines will, no doubt, strengthen the existing aviation security regime in Kenya. They complement the other equipment given last year for cargo screening,” he said.

Training on the use of the machines has been completed. They will be used at Terminal 1A to help screen baggage for Kenya Airways flights.

The country now has a total of 11 such machines, donated by the British Government.