7th Jan 2008 12:03
Smiths Group PLC07 January 2008 News Release London, 7 January 2008 For immediate release Smiths Detection awarded $58 million in US Government contracts for advancedhigh energy X-ray systems Sophisticated Mobile and Stationary X-ray Screening Systems to Provide SecurityScanning at Various U.S. Locations SMITHS Detection, part of the global technology business Smiths Group, todayannounces it has been awarded three contracts totalling $58.3 million from aU.S. Government agency. The contracts are for advanced, high-energy cargoscreening solutions including three different X-ray screening configurations:the HCV Mobile, HCV Gantry and HCV Pass-Through systems. With the exception ofthe HCV Pass-Through, each high-energy cargo screening system will be deployedat various locations within the United States for the inspection of inbound andoutbound shipping containers and trucks. Stephen Phipson, Group Managing Director of Smiths Detection, said: "Thiscontract is a strong validation of our high-energy X-ray products suite. Thesestate-of-the-art detection systems will be used to secure ports by rapidlyassisting in the identification of potentially life threatening or illegalshipments. We look forward to delivering security solutions that will help makethe world safer." The HCV Mobile inspection vehicle, HCV Gantry and high-throughput HCVPass-Through systems are high-energy X-ray scanners designed to optimizesecurity checks at ports, airports and border crossings. These systems are usedto inspect trucks, containers and other vehicles for contraband, weapons,explosives and narcotics. ENDS About Smiths Detection Smiths Detection is part of the global technology business Smiths Group. Itoffers advanced integrated security solutions for customers in civil andmilitary markets worldwide and is a leading technology developer andmanufacturer of sensors that detect and identify explosives, chemical andbiological agents, weapons, and contraband. Its advanced technology securitysolutions also include Smiths Heimann x-ray imaging systems, millimeter-wavetechnology and a specialist software supply business for the management of largesensor and video surveillance networks. Separate business units focus on relatedproducts for the life sciences, and food manufacturing industries. For moreinformation visit www.smithsdetection.com About Smiths Group Smiths is a global technology company listed on the London Stock Exchange. Aworld leader in the practical application of advanced technologies, Smiths Groupdelivers products and services for the threat & contraband detection, medicaldevices, energy and communications markets worldwide. Our products and servicesmake the world safer, healthier and more productive. Smiths Group employs morethan 20,000 people in over 50 countries. For more information visitwww.smiths.com Investor Relations Media Steve Warren Chris Fox+44 (0)20 8457 8203 +44 (0)20 8457 8403 ENDS This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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