Cargo and Vehicle Screening Market - Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Cargo and Vehicle Screening Market is Segmented by Type of Screening System (Stationary Screening and Mobile Screening), by End User Vertical (Airports, Ports and Borders, Government and Defense, Critical Infrastructure, Commercial), and by Geography (Asia-Pacific, Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Latin America). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market Size

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Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market Analysis

The Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market size is estimated at USD 2.95 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 4.04 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The increasing demand for cargo and vehicle contributions on systems from border crossings, seaports, and critical areas protection applications is expected to contribute toward the market growth of the global cargo and vehicle screening market during the forecast period.

  • Whether smugglers transport large containers or small parcels in air cargo, trains, ships, and trucks, they try to find new ways to evade detection. As a result, the items that need to be detected by cargo screening technology are wide and varied. In recent years, countries across the globe have witnessed a surge in the number of smuggling and illegal cargo shipments. For instance, in August 2023, the United States Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations of Colombia-Solidarity Bridge seized methamphetamine with a street value of over USD 19 million.
  • The common threats include explosives, narcotics, weapons, undeclared or misrepresented goods, contraband, agricultural items, currency, items presenting environmental risks, cultural artifacts, weapons of mass destruction, and counterfeit goods. Furthermore, the growth of the cargo and vehicle inspection system market can be attributed to the increasing terrorist threats and cross-border crimes, rising demand for passenger vehicles and cargo vehicles across the globe, and the growing number of nuclear and hazardous material accidents.
  • The increasing adoption of advancing technologies in cargo and vehicle inspection systems contributes to the market's growth. For instance, Nuctech, a key market vendor, offers MR Series robotic Cargo/Vehicle Inspection Systems. The company highlights that these systems blend advanced X-ray imaging seamlessly with a customizable detection solution. This integration efficiently checks cargo containers, trucks, and other vehicles for contraband.
  • However, factors such as high installation and maintenance costs are restraining the development of this market. The procurement and installation of inspection systems incur a heavy initial investment, which is one of the critical points affecting the market. Moreover, the inspection of each container at various ports could increase the time required to unload and load containers in the carriers, thereby decreasing the efficiency of the operations.
  • While the outbreak of the pandemic has had a restraining impact on the market studied growth, barring growth observed across a few segments, mainly due to the enforcement of strict lockdown measures across countries, the gradual recovery of the world from the pandemic is having a similar impact on the market studied growth as the global trade has resumed. For instance, according to the World Trade Organization (WTO), international merchandise trade is anticipated to grow by 2.6% in 2024 and 3.3% in 2025. Hence, such trends are expected to support the growth of the market studied in the coming years.

Cargo And Vehicle Screening Industry Overview

The cargo and vehicle screening market is relatively moderate, with significant players like Rapiscan Systems., LINEV Systems, Nuctech Netherlands BV, Westminster Group PLC, and Leidos Inc. Players in the market are adopting various strategies such as partnerships, mergers, collaborations, innovations, and acquisitions to enhance their product offerings and gain a sustainable competitive advantage. Some of the recent developments in the market include.

  • July 2024 - OSI Systems, Inc. announced a significant win for its Security division, securing a lucrative order worth around USD 17 million from an overseas client. The order specifically focuses on cargo and vehicle inspection systems. Notable inclusions are the Eagle P60, a high-energy, drive-through cargo and vehicle inspection system, and the T60, a trailer-mounted vehicle inspection system. OSI Systems plans to deliver the systems, handle their installation, provide training, and offer multi-year service and maintenance support.
  • July 2024 - Smiths Detection, a leading provider of security screening technologies, teamed up with Flughafen Zürich AG (Zurich Airport) to pilot their cutting-edge HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX X-ray scanners for carry-on baggage and the iLane A20SC ATRS, an advanced automatic tray return system. This trial will take place at two security lanes within the airport.

Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market Leaders

  1. Rapiscan Systems.

  2. LINEV Systems

  3. Nuctech Netherlands B.V.

  4. Westminster Group Plc

  5. Leidos, Inc.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market News

  • April 2024 - Smiths Detection introduced the SDX 10060 XDi, an innovative X-ray scanner utilizing diffraction technology. The company claims that this scanner can revolutionize baggage and material handling operations. By automating the resolution of potential explosive alarms, the SDX 10060 XDi enhances security measures while boosting operational efficiency.
  • January 2024 - OSI Systems, Inc.'s Security division secured a significant order worth around USD 4 million from a prominent global air cargo logistics provider. The order encompasses a range of advanced security inspection systems, notably featuring the Rapiscan RTT110 CT-based explosive detection system. The order includes the Rapiscan Orion 927DX and 935DX for screening large packages and the Rapiscan Orion 920CX tailored for smaller parcels. These systems, as per OSI Systems, are slated for integration into a high-speed parcel screening setup, enhancing the overall capabilities of the RTT and Orion platforms.

Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness- Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
    • 4.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
  • 4.3 Impact of Macroeconomic Factors on the Market

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Increasing Demand For Quality Assurance Commmodity
    • 5.1.2 Increased Transport Infrastructure
  • 5.2 Market Challenges
    • 5.2.1 Different Rules and Regulations Across The Globe

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Type of Screening System
    • 6.1.1 Stationary Screening
    • 6.1.2 Mobile Screening
  • 6.2 By End User Vertical
    • 6.2.1 Airports
    • 6.2.2 Ports and Borders
    • 6.2.3 Government and Defense
    • 6.2.4 Critical Infrastructure
    • 6.2.5 Commercial
  • 6.3 By Geography***
    • 6.3.1 Asia
    • 6.3.2 Americas
    • 6.3.3 Europe
    • 6.3.4 Middle East and Africa
    • 6.3.5 Latin America

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Rapiscan Systems.
    • 7.1.2 LINEV Systems
    • 7.1.3 Nuctech Netherlands B.V.
    • 7.1.4 Westminster Group Plc
    • 7.1.5 Leidos, Inc.
    • 7.1.6 OSI Systems
    • 7.1.7 Braun & Co. Limited
    • 7.1.8 Smiths Detection Group Ltd.
    • 7.1.9 Vantage Security
    • 7.1.10 Intertek Group plc
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

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***In the Final Report, the Segment Asia will Covers Entire Asia-Pacific Region.
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Cargo And Vehicle Screening Industry Segmentation

A cargo and vehicle inspection system inspects cargo and vehicles for unwanted items such as drugs, explosives, or weapons. The inspection process ensures the quality of commodity cargo and its services, which are also used to meet all the required standards and regulations. The study comprehensively analyzes the trends and dynamics related to cargo and vehicle screening solutions by tracking the market across various segments. Furthermore, it considers the sales of cargo and vehicle screening solutions by major market players as a baseline for market estimations.​

The cargo and vehicle screening market is segmented by type of screening system (stationary screening and mobile screening), by end user vertical (airports, ports and borders, government and defense, critical infrastructure, commercial), and by geography (asia-pacific, americas, europe, middle east and africa, latin america). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

By Type of Screening System Stationary Screening
Mobile Screening
By End User Vertical Airports
Ports and Borders
Government and Defense
Critical Infrastructure
Commercial
By Geography*** Asia
Americas
Europe
Middle East and Africa
Latin America
By Type of Screening System
Stationary Screening
Mobile Screening
By End User Vertical
Airports
Ports and Borders
Government and Defense
Critical Infrastructure
Commercial
By Geography***
Asia
Americas
Europe
Middle East and Africa
Latin America
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Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market Research FAQs

How big is the Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market?

The Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market size is expected to reach USD 2.95 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 6.5% to reach USD 4.04 billion by 2030.

What is the current Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market size?

In 2025, the Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market size is expected to reach USD 2.95 billion.

Who are the key players in Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market?

Rapiscan Systems., LINEV Systems, Nuctech Netherlands B.V., Westminster Group Plc and Leidos, Inc. are the major companies operating in the Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market?

North America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market?

In 2025, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market.

What years does this Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market size was estimated at USD 2.76 billion. The report covers the Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Cargo And Vehicle Screening Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Page last updated on: September 24, 2024

Cargo And Vehicle Screening Industry Report

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