The United States, Canada, and Mexico are among the key countries in the North America region. North America holds a significant share in the global full body scanner market owing to the higher level of awareness among the end users. End users in this region are well aware about the importance of full body scanners at airports, ports, communication centers, space research organizations, military bases etc. Considering quick acceptance and adoption of innovative technologies, increasing government regulations, and growing concern regarding safety and security, demand for full body scanners is anticipated grow considerably in coming years across the North America region. The United States has the highest number of prisons and airports in North America. The United States involves usage of high-end full body scanners across all its airports.
Nuctech; Adani; Smiths Detection; Westminster; and Rapiscan Systems – Prominent Market Participants in Full Body Scanner Market
Market growth in North America can also be attributed to the presence of significant manufacturers of full-body scanners such as ADANI (US), Leidos Security Detection & Automation (US), Liberty Defense (Canada), Tek 84 Inc. (US), and Rapiscan Systems (US). United States Department of Homeland Security and Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) of the United States are some of the organizations that ensure reliability standards and security across the critical infrastructure of the country. In 2019, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said that an airport full-body scanner should add a filter that protects passengers’ privacy. Demand for full body scanners is expected to increase substantial owing to the growing security concerns over transportation hubs and industrial facilities.
Nuctech; Adani; Smiths Detection; Westminster; and Rapiscan Systems – are among the well-known players operating in the global full body scanner market and are focused on product development and innovations. UV disinfection system is embedded in ADANI’s latest full-body X-ray scanner – CLEARPASS. Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation light can be utilized for deactivating the DNA of bacteria and RNA of viruses. In 2021, Heathrow Airport has chosen Rohde & Schwarz to supply R&S QPS201 Quick Personnel Security (QPS) scanners, which will reduce passenger wait times and improve security checks. The above listing of key players is derived by considering multiple factors such as overall revenue, current full body scanner portfolio, new product launches, market initiatives, investment in technology up-gradation, mergers & acquisitions, and other joint activities. A few of the important market initiatives and product developments from the industry are mentioned below:
| Year | News | Country |
| 2021 | Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport has invested in air traffic security by installing nine security scanners and a Rohde & Schwarz counter drone system. | Europe |
| 2020 | Leidos had completed the acquisition of L3Harris Technologies’ security detection and automation businesses. The acquired businesses by Leidos would provide airport and critical infrastructure screening products, automated tray return systems, and other industrial automation products. | North America |
| 2019 | L3 Technologies (acquired by Leidos) opened an advanced Passenger Screening Experience Center in the US. The interactive center establishes an environment that enables security professionals as well as airport operators to test screening systems and pilot new concepts in operational efficiency. | North America |
