Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat‑detection and security‑screening technologies, providing advanced solutions that help protect people, infrastructure and national security. The company operates across aviation, ports and borders, defence and urban security, supplying equipment and systems designed to detect explosives, weapons, chemical agents and other hazardous materials. With decades of experience, it has become a trusted partner to governments and security agencies worldwide.
Its product portfolio includes X‑ray scanners, computed tomography systems, trace‑detection equipment and chemical‑detection technologies, all supported by sophisticated software and analytics. Smiths Detection focuses heavily on research and development, ensuring its systems remain effective against evolving threats. The company also provides training, maintenance and through‑life support to ensure customers can operate equipment safely and efficiently in demanding environments.
Smiths Detection emphasises innovation, reliability and operational readiness, underpinned by a highly skilled workforce with expertise in engineering, science and security operations. The organisation highlights its commitment to quality, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement, working closely with customers to tailor solutions to specific operational needs. Its global footprint and long‑standing heritage within the Smiths Group strengthen its ability to deliver complex, mission‑critical technologies.
The company is also a supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising the valuable contribution of serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families. Smiths Detection states that it is committed to fair treatment, inclusive employment practices and ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community face no disadvantage in recruitment or career progression. This commitment aligns with its broader values of responsibility, service and supporting those who help safeguard national and global security.