Argentina Security Screening Market Overview,2030

The security screening market in Argentina has transformed rapidly over the past decade as the country has prioritized modernizing its infrastructure to align with international aviation, border, and defense standards. The evolution began with major investments following security mandates from the National Civil Aviation Administration, which upgraded passenger and cargo screening systems at airports including Ezeiza International in Buenos Aires, Córdoba, and Mendoza. Security screening in Argentina encompasses the integration of advanced imaging, radiation detection, and biometric verification technologies designed to detect explosives, narcotics, weapons, and prohibited materials across multiple sectors. The growth has been propelled by government initiatives such as the Comprehensive Border Security Plan managed by the Ministry of Security, aimed at curbing smuggling and improving control at major crossings like La Quiaca and Paso de los Libres. The implementation of non-intrusive inspection systems, such as vehicle and container scanners supplied through international collaborations, reflects the country’s commitment to technological modernization. Artificial intelligence and data analytics have been adopted for predictive threat recognition and automated decision support in customs and airport operations, with systems linked to centralized monitoring units in Buenos Aires and Rosario. The introduction of IoT-enabled inspection tools allows remote calibration and real-time data sharing across logistics chains. Cloud computing and digital forensics are increasingly being utilized by Argentine Customs to enhance trade transparency and streamline security audits. The enforcement of personal data protection regulations ensures ethical and legal compliance, balancing technology with privacy concerns. Portable and mobile inspection units have become common in large-scale events like the Dakar Rally and G20 Buenos Aires Summit, reinforcing the importance of dynamic screening capability. Driven by digital transformation, regulatory evolution, and global connectivity, Argentina’s security screening framework continues to evolve into a data-driven and internationally harmonized system supporting both public safety and economic stability.

According to the research report, ""Argentina Security Screening Market Overview, 2030,"" published by Bonafide Research, the Argentina Security Screening market is expected to reach a market size of more than USD 150 Million by 2030. The Argentine security screening market is defined by strong public-private cooperation, international partnerships, and an increasing emphasis on automation and intelligent threat detection. Global companies such as Smiths Detection, Leidos, and Rapiscan Systems have supplied computed tomography scanners, X-ray inspection systems, and trace detection devices to major airports managed by Aeropuertos Argentina 2000, ensuring compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization guidelines. VMI Security from Brazil and local firm Tecnoimagen provide non-intrusive cargo inspection systems for border control operations in Misiones and Jujuy, improving the detection of illicit goods. The Argentine Ministry of Defense has integrated portable screening and radar systems developed with INVAP, a state-owned technology company known for its expertise in defense and nuclear technology. INVAP also collaborates with the National Atomic Energy Commission to develop radiation detection systems for customs and port facilities. YPF and Transener have installed personnel and material screening technologies at refineries and substations to secure critical energy infrastructure, while the Ministry of Transport has deployed AI-based surveillance networks in Buenos Aires’ Retiro and Constitución terminals for real-time behavioral analytics. Private contractors like Securitas Argentina and Prosegur provide screening operations in corporate facilities, stadiums, and logistics centers using mobile units integrated with cloud-based reporting platforms. The Argentine Naval Prefecture and Federal Police employ advanced vehicle and container scanners developed by Astrophysics Inc. and OSI Systems for coastal and road inspections. The National Institute of Industrial Technology supports calibration and testing of inspection equipment, maintaining high reliability standards. Research collaborations with the University of Buenos Aires are exploring AI-driven emotion recognition and behavioral analysis for use in public spaces.

In Argentina the security screening framework is managed by the Ministry of Security, the National Civil Aviation Administration, and the Federal Police covering baggage and cargo inspection, personnel screening, and vehicle screening across airports, ports, and land borders. Baggage and cargo screening plays a crucial role in aviation and customs operations with airports such as Buenos Aires Ezeiza, Aeroparque Jorge Newbery, and Córdoba Ambrosio Taravella using dual-view X-ray and computed tomography systems to inspect checked and carry-on baggage for explosives, weapons, and contraband. Cargo screening extends to logistics terminals such as Rosario Port and Buenos Aires Port where customs officers use container scanning systems and radiation monitors to detect smuggled goods and undeclared materials. Personnel screening in Argentina is carried out in airports, government offices, and transport hubs using walk-through metal detectors, full-body scanners, and manual searches. During major events such as the G20 Summit in Buenos Aires and international football tournaments at Estadio Monumental, enhanced personnel screening protocols are deployed including biometric identification and chemical trace detection to prevent unauthorized access. Vehicle screening is a key element of border and port security especially at crossings with Chile, Brazil, and Paraguay where under-vehicle scanners, mobile X-ray systems, and canine inspection units are used to detect narcotics, firearms, and illegal trade goods. Ports like Rosario and Bahía Blanca also employ vehicle inspection lanes equipped with non-intrusive imaging systems to examine trucks and cargo carriers before customs clearance. These multi-level screening procedures are complemented by intelligence-led enforcement coordinated by the Argentine Federal Police and Customs Directorate which ensure that baggage, cargo, personnel, and vehicles entering critical zones are subject to strict examination and threat prevention across transportation and logistics infrastructure throughout the country.

The security screening market in Argentina relies on an integration of multiple detection technologies operated under national safety protocols by the Ministry of Transport, the National Civil Aviation Administration, and customs authorities. X-ray imaging forms the foundation of screening at airports, ports, and postal facilities where high-resolution imaging identifies explosives, weapons, and hidden compartments within baggage and cargo. Airports including Ezeiza and Mendoza utilize modern dual-view X-ray systems that differentiate between organic and inorganic substances while ensuring rapid baggage throughput. Computed tomography technology is being introduced at major airports to generate detailed three-dimensional imaging for automatic threat identification, particularly in carry-on luggage and air cargo operations. Neutron sensing and detection technology is used in Argentina’s defense and research institutions such as the National Atomic Energy Commission to analyze materials in sealed containers and detect explosives or radioactive substances that conventional X-rays cannot penetrate. Terahertz and millimeter-wave imaging systems are employed in personnel screening at airports, government facilities, and high-security venues, offering safe, contactless detection of concealed objects without exposure to ionizing radiation. Other detection technologies include explosives trace detection systems used at airports and customs points for identifying chemical residues from explosives or narcotics, radiation detection equipment installed at ports such as Bahía Blanca and Rosario to monitor nuclear materials, and chemical analyzers used by the Federal Police to detect drugs and hazardous compounds in intercepted cargo. These detection technologies are interconnected through data management systems operated by customs and border control agencies allowing real-time image sharing, automatic threat alerts, and enhanced coordination between inspection points across Argentina’s transport and trade network ensuring national safety and regulatory compliance.

Argentina’s security screening operations are supported by diverse types of equipment used across airports, ports, and public facilities to ensure transport and border safety. Walk-through metal detectors are installed at airports including Ezeiza, Córdoba, and Bariloche, as well as in metro stations and stadiums such as La Bombonera and Estadio Único where they serve as primary tools for detecting metallic threats. Hand-held metal detectors are widely used by airport and event security personnel for secondary searches and targeted inspections. Full-body scanners employing millimeter-wave imaging are deployed at Buenos Aires and Rosario airports providing non-invasive detection of both metallic and non-metallic objects beneath clothing. Explosives trace detection systems are used at customs checkpoints, postal centers, and logistics warehouses where security officers analyze swab samples from baggage, parcels, and cargo containers for explosive residue. Radiation detection equipment plays a significant role in customs and border safety at major ports such as Buenos Aires and Ushuaia where handheld and stationary detectors identify unauthorized transport of radioactive materials. Portable and mobile screening units expand Argentina’s security coverage during large-scale events or temporary operations. These units, including van-mounted X-ray scanners and mobile inspection trailers, are used by the Federal Police and customs officers for roadside inspections and temporary checkpoints near border crossings such as Paso de los Libertadores and Clorinda. The integration of these equipment types ensures flexible and comprehensive security operations capable of responding to diverse risks including smuggling, terrorism, and trafficking across Argentina’s aviation, maritime, and public domains while supporting continuous monitoring and real-time threat assessment.

Security screening applications in Argentina encompass mail and parcel inspection, baggage scanning, cargo and vehicle inspection, people screening, and explosives and narcotics detection implemented across aviation, border, and public security sectors. Mail and parcel screening is conducted at national postal facilities and logistics companies such as Correo Argentino and OCA where X-ray and chemical analysis systems identify explosive devices, weapons, or contraband concealed within packages. Baggage scanning forms a major component of aviation security at airports such as Ezeiza, Mendoza, and Córdoba where every checked and carry-on bag passes through X-ray and computed tomography scanners monitored by security officers of the Airport Security Police. Cargo and vehicle inspection plays a crucial role in Argentina’s customs operations at ports including Bahía Blanca, Rosario, and Buenos Aires where containerized goods, trucks, and freight vehicles undergo non-intrusive X-ray and radiation scanning to detect illegal shipments and undeclared goods. People screening extends beyond airports to train terminals, government buildings, and large public gatherings where metal detectors, hand-held scanners, and full-body imaging systems ensure the safety of travelers and participants. Security measures are heightened during major sports and political events such as Copa América matches and the G20 Summit in Buenos Aires with multi-layered screening combining biometric identification and explosives detection. Explosives and narcotics detection applications are critical in Argentina’s counter-smuggling and counterterrorism strategies managed by the Federal Police and customs agencies using ion mobility spectrometers, portable chemical detectors, and canine units to locate narcotics, explosives, and hazardous materials. These applications are supported by integrated command centers that coordinate intelligence and inspection data between customs, police, and border control authorities providing Argentina with an efficient and technology-driven security screening network across its national infrastructure. 

Considered in this report
• Historic Year: 2019
• Base year: 2024
• Estimated year: 2025
• Forecast year: 2030

Aspects covered in this report
• Securtiy Screening Market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Type
• Baggage and Cargo Screening
• Personnel Screening
• Vehicle Screening

By Detection Technology
• X-ray
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Neutron Sensing and Detection
• Terahertz and Millimeter-wave
• Other Detection Technologies

By Equipment Type
• Walk-through Metal Detectors
• Hand-held Metal Detectors
• Full-body Scanners
• Explosives Trace Detection Systems
• Radiation Detection Equipment
• Portable / Mobile Screening Units

By Application
• Mail and Parcel
• Baggage Scanning
• Cargo and Vehicle Inspection
• People Screening
• Explosives and Narcotics Detection Show more