Security Screening Market Report 2026

The security screening market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $11.17 billion in 2025 to $12.23 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing global travel, rising airport and border security concerns, growing threats of terrorism, adoption of conventional x-ray and metal detectors, government security mandates.

The security screening market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $17.24 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to adoption of ai-powered screening systems, expansion of smart airports, integration of biometrics with security, rising demand for automated threat detection, investment in cloud-based monitoring platforms. Major trends in the forecast period include advanced threat detection systems, portable and handheld screening devices, automated security checkpoints, integrated biometric authentication, real-time data monitoring and analytics.

The increasing number of travelling people is expected to propel the growth of the security screening market going forward. Traveling refers to the act of moving from one place to another, typically over a distance, for various purposes such as tourism, business, exploration, leisure, or personal reasons. security screening in traveling people creates a secure and orderly environment for passengers, contributes to the stability and reliability of transportation systems, prevent potential threats, preventing smuggling and trafficking, reducing acts of air rage, and facilitates international collaboration and cooperation. For instance, in May 2024, according to the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government department, the number of visits to the UK by international visitors rose in 2023 compared to 2022, increasing from 31.2 million in 2022 to 38 million in 2023. Therefore, the increasing number of travelling people is driving the growth of the security screening market.

Major companies in the security screening market are concentrating on developing technologically advanced solutions, such as the MailSecur X-ray Diffraction (XRD) technology scanner, to meet several critical industry demands. X-ray Diffraction (XRD) scanners analyze the crystalline structures of materials to identify their composition and properties, a technique commonly employed in science and industry. For instance, in April 2024, Smiths Detection, a UK-based science and technology firm, launched the SDX 10060 X-ray diffraction (XDi) scanner, which is designed to combat illegal narcotics and contraband trafficking. This innovative system uses X-ray diffraction to deliver highly accurate material discrimination and substance identification by examining the molecular structure of objects. It is effective in detecting various substances, including homemade explosives and narcotics, while automating the resolution of potential explosive alarms to enhance security and operational efficiency. The SDX 10060 XDi generates unique diffraction fingerprints, enabling it to accurately distinguish between substances with similar densities. This capability makes it a vital tool for customs facilities and airports in quickly screening parcels and baggage for illicit cargo.

In March 2023, Tek84 Inc., a US-based provider of high-technology x-ray scanning security solutions, acquired IDSS Corp., a US-based security technology manufacturing company, for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to expand Tek84 Inc.'s cutting-edge X-ray security scanning technologies and create new markets by uniting adjacent industries.

Major companies operating in the security screening market are NEC Corporation; Thales Group; L3Harris Technologies Inc.; Leidos Holdings Inc.; Garrett Metal Detectors; Smiths Group plc; 3DX-Ray Ltd.; OSI Systems Inc.; Analogic Corporation; Nuctech Company Limited; Rapiscan Systems Ltd.; Muon Systems; Optosecurity Inc.; CEIA SpA; Astrophysics Inc.; Magal Security Systems Ltd.; Metrasens Ltd.; Kromek Group plc; Autoclear LLC; Gilardoni SpA; Westminster International Ltd.; Passport Systems Inc.; Scanna MSC Ltd.; Teledyne ICM SA; RedXDefense LLC; Argus Global Pty Ltd.; Lingacom Ltd.; American Science and Engineering Inc.; DetectaChem LLC; FLIR Systems Inc.

North America was the largest region in the security screening market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the security screening market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the security screening market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Tariffs have influenced the security screening market by increasing the cost of imported x-ray machines, metal detectors, and biometric systems, which has raised procurement costs for airports and government facilities. The baggage scanning and cargo inspection segments are particularly affected, especially in regions like North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific that rely on imported equipment. While tariffs pose challenges by slowing equipment deployment, they also encourage domestic manufacturing and innovation, leading to more cost-effective and locally produced security solutions.

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Security screening involves measures designed to prevent forbidden objects and other hazards from entering sterile areas, protecting locations from potential threats and assuring travelers of their safety.

The primary types of security screening are x-ray systems, metal detectors, explosive detectors, biometric systems, and others. X-ray systems detect threats with intelligent and flexible design, applicable in mail and parcel scanning, baggage scanning, cargo and vehicle inspection, explosives, and narcotics screening, used in government buildings, airports, educational institutes, public places, and more.

The security screening market includes revenues earned by entities by providing measures preventing illicit and other potential hazards to transportation security from accessing the airport's sterile space. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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