Northwire Canada EditionTuesday, July 21, 2026
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Liberty Defense Secures New Major U.S. Airport Contract, Fueling Momentum in Aviation Security

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Executive Summary

  • Liberty Defense announced a contract to deploy its HEXWAVE™ screening technology at a major U.S. airport handling over 30 million passengers annually.
  • The deployment will install multiple contact‑less, walkthrough HEXWAVE™ systems at aviation worker screening locations, enhancing threat detection in high‑throughput environments.
  • CEO Bill Frain highlighted the award as evidence of growing demand for AI‑driven, next‑generation security solutions among large airport operators.

Key Details

  • Contract Scope: Installation of multiple HEXWAVE™ units at employee screening points within a major U.S. airport (exact airport not disclosed).
  • Passenger Volume: The airport serves >30 million passengers per year, indicating a high‑traffic environment.
  • Technology Features:
  • Millimeter‑wave sensing + 3‑D imaging + AI for detection of metallic and non‑metallic threats.
  • Contactless, walkthrough operation designed to minimize friction for screened personnel.
  • Continuous‑operation capability suitable for demanding airport settings.
  • Strategic Significance: Expands Liberty Defense’s aviation presence and demonstrates market traction for its MIT‑licensed HEXWAVE™ platform.
  • CEO Quote: “This award highlights the increasing focus among major airports on modern, intelligence‑driven screening solutions… this deployment strengthens our position as airports continue to upgrade security infrastructure across the U.S.” – Bill Frain, CEO.

Notable Quotes

“HEXWAVE™ was designed for exactly these types of high‑volume environments, and this deployment strengthens our position as airports continue to upgrade security infrastructure across the U.S.” – Bill Frain, Chief Executive Officer


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