Morpho Detection Receives TSA Order for Explosives Detection Systems

Morpho Detection today announced it has received a delivery order from the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for 32 CTX 9800 DSi explosives detection systems (EDS) valued at more than $38 million.

Under terms of the contract, the largest for the CTX 9800 since its certification in June 2009, all 32 units will be delivered to airports across the country in the coming months to support TSA's checked baggage screening program. The CTX 9800 is the latest evolution of MDI's industry-leading CTX family of EDS. It is TSA-certified and uses computed tomography (CT) imaging technology to enhance operational efficiencies by screening bags faster and with fewer false alarms.

"Morpho Detection is pleased TSA has recognized the operational capabilities of the CTX 9800 by selecting it to help protect travelers at airports" said Brad Buswell, president and CEO, Morpho Detection, Inc. "By incorporating CT-based technology into an EDS capable of both medium- and high-speed throughput, the CTX 9800 can identify potential threats quickly and accurately, reducing need for costly manual bag inspections."

First deployed by TSA to Mineta San José International Airport in 2009, more than 70 CTX 9800 units have been ordered by TSA since its certification. The CTX 9800 DSi is the most recent evolution of the original CTX 9000 DSi platform. Morpho Detection's CT-based EDS systems are the most widely deployed in the world, with nearly 2,000 in service.