Liberty Defense wins Hexwave order for JFK Terminal One

Executive Summary

• Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd. has been awarded a contract to install its Hexwave™ security screening systems at The New Terminal One at JFK International Airport.
• The installation is part of a collaboration with K2 Security Screening Group to meet new Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements for aviation worker screening.
• The Hexwave systems will utilize millimeter wave technology, 3-D imaging, and AI to provide contactless, high-throughput threat detection for metallic and non-metallic threats.

Key Details

• Contract Scope: Installation of Hexwave units at aviation worker screening checkpoints at The New Terminal One at JFK International Airport.
• Implementation Timeline: The terminal will open in phases beginning in 2026.
• Key Partners:
  • Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd.: Provider of Hexwave systems.
  • K2 Security Screening Group: National leader in aviation security; responsible for installation, operator training, and support.
  • The New Terminal One: The facility implementing the technology.
• Regulatory Context: Implementation follows the TSA's National Amendment on Aviation Worker Screening, which mandates on-person screening technologies with broad threat and explosive detection capabilities.
• Technology Specifications:
  • Uses millimeter wave technology, advanced 3-D imaging, and artificial intelligence.
  • Detects metallic and non-metallic threats, including liquid, plastic, and powder explosives, 3-D-printed weapons, and other prohibited items.
  • Features automated, real-time detection with high accuracy and efficiency.
  • Designed for scalability across airports, public venues, government facilities, and commercial environments.
• Disclosure Note: The company previously announced the sale of the contract on October 28, 2025, and is disclosing the specific location in this release.

Notable Quotes

• Bill Frain, CEO, Liberty Defense: "We're leading the transformation of security screening through next-generation technology that delivers both safety and scalability... Hexwave offers a powerful solution to meet the evolving demands of global security."
• Kathy Neiswender, President, K2 Security Screening Group: "The Hexwave system aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering best-in-class security solutions, offering a powerful capability to address evolving threats and strengthen overall airport safety."
• Marisa Von Wieding, VP of Operations, New Terminal One: "Partnering with Liberty Defense and K2 Security Screening Group allows us to implement cutting-edge technology that sets a new benchmark for aviation security in the United States."