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Liberty Defense Announces Award of HEXWAVE(TM) Systems at The New Terminal One at JFK for Aviation Worker Screening

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Executive Summary
- Liberty Defense announced that its HEXWAVE™ AI‑driven screening system will be installed at aviation worker checkpoints in the new Terminal One at JFK International Airport, with deployment beginning in 2026.
- The contract was awarded jointly with K2 Security Screening Group, which will handle installation, operator training and support.
- This deployment represents a significant commercial win for Liberty Defense, expanding its footprint into a high‑visibility U.S. airport and showcasing the scalability of its millimeter‑wave, AI‑based threat detection technology.
Key Details
- Location & Scope: HEXWAVE™ units will be placed at aviation worker screening checkpoints within New Terminal One, JFK International Airport (New York).
- Implementation Timeline: Phased opening of Terminal One begins in 2026; installation and training to occur prior to operational launch.
- Partner: K2 Security Screening Group (national leader in airport security systems integration) will install the equipment and provide operator training and ongoing support.
- Technology Highlights: Millimeter‑wave, 3D imaging, AI‑driven detection of metallic and non‑metallic threats—including liquids, powders, explosives, 3D‑printed weapons, and other prohibited items; contactless, high‑throughput walkthrough system.
- Strategic Significance: First deployment of HEXWAVE™ at a major U.S. airport terminal; aligns with TSA’s National Amendment on Aviation Worker Screening requiring on‑person screening technologies.
- Financial Impact (Implied): While no monetary terms disclosed, the contract is expected to generate revenue and enhance Liberty Defense’s market credibility in the aviation security sector.
- Previous Disclosure: The sale of the system was announced on October 28 2025; this release now discloses the specific installation location.
Notable Quotes
- “We’re leading the transformation of security screening through next‑generation technology that delivers both safety and scalability,” – Bill Frain, CEO, Liberty Defense
- “The HEXWAVE™ system aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering best‑in‑class security solutions…” – Kathy Neiswender, President, K2 Security Screening Group
- “Partnering with Liberty Defense… sets a new benchmark for aviation security in the United States,” – Marisa Von Wieding, Vice President of Operations, New Terminal One
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