It will take some time, but passengers at Brussels Airport will eventually be able to give up the limit on liquids and leave their electronics in their hand luggage at security
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Brussels Airport moves to end liquid limits with new security scanners
Lisa Bradshaw
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Brussels Airport is beginning the process of replacing its scanners to allow passengers to bring unlimited amounts of liquids through security. European regulations have loosened up when it comes to liquids, but only if an airport is outfitted with the latest CT scanners for hand luggage.
Some of the new scanners will be operational in 2028, with the entire security screening system replaced during 2029. The CT scanners will allow passengers to take however much liquid they want in containers of up to two litres. In other words, gone will be the days of leaving your water behind and putting all your gels in 100ml bottles.
We will also increase capacity, so that we are prepared for any growth in passenger numbers
CEO Arnaud Feist
Better yet, passengers will not have to put liquids in plastic bags anymore, nor remove them from their hand luggage at security. Electronics will also no longer need to be removed.
“The safety of our passengers and staff is always our top priority,” said Brussels Airport CEO Arnaud Feist. “With this new technology, we will not only continue to ensure safety but also make security screening even smoother and easier.”
The airport in Zaventem is also replacing its metal detectors with full body scanners. These devices can also detect prohibited non-metal devices, as well as items swallowed or hidden in body cavities. These are also expected to be operational by 2009.
“With the new scanners, we will also increase capacity, so that we are prepared for any growth in passenger numbers in the coming years,” said Feist.