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LINEV Systems UK wins ADS Security Innovation Award

LINEV Systems UK have been announced as the winners of the ADS Security Innovation Award during the Home Office’s Security & Policing Exhibition for their baggage screening system, LV STREAM.

Above: (left to right) Kevin Craven, ADS CEO, Rob Keeler, Managing Director of LINEV Systems UK, David Guppy, Project Development Manager at LINEV Systems UK and Dr Budgie Dhanda MBE, ADS Vice President for Security and Resilience.
Courtesy ADS 

LV STREAM uses enhanced X-ray technology to scan bags and personal items to identify weapons, explosives, knives, and other prohibited items at venue entrance and exit points. 

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The judges were impressed with LV STREAM’s speed, adaptability and its potential for a diverse mix of venues. The judges also commended its ability to assist with the development of frictionless borders across the UK.

Now in its 21st year, the ADS Security Innovation Award recognises capabilities that have caused a step change in the effectiveness of the UK’s ability to prevent, respond to, reduce the impact of, or investigate risks and incidents.

Capabilities are assessed by an expert panel of judges for their innovation, uniqueness in the market, demand for their product or service and any clear impact on addressing security and resilience issues.

Dr Helen Almey, Head of National Security Capability Engagement at ADS said: “A huge congratulations to LINEV Systems UK for their product LV STREAM, a truly outstanding innovation.

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“Each year, the calibre of entries to the ADS Security Innovation Award is exceptional, showcasing the very best capabilities and services across the UK’s security and resilience sector. In a world that increasingly demands novel and innovative solutions, LINEV Systems UK and runners up Detego Global, have shown the very best of our industry which continues to keep our borders secure and our streets safe.”

About the winners
LV STREAM is an AI-powered bag and baggage screening system designed specifically for high-footfall venues such as stadiums, arenas, concert halls, museums, transport hubs, and other public spaces. LV STREAM combines imaging hardware with intelligent software to deliver fast, automated and highly accurate threat detection without compromising visitor experience.

Runner up Detego Global commended by judges
Detego Global’s internationally patented digital forensic tool, Ballistic Imager, is designed to address the growing challenge of acquiring large volumes of digital evidence quickly, safely and at scale. The judges praised the product for enabling devices to be returned to victims of crime quickly and efficiently.
 

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