London, U.K.-based Smiths Detection, which specializes in inspection and detection technologies, signed a memorandum of understanding with India’s state-owned Bharat Electronics Ltd., India’s largest defense lectronics company, for the manufacture of advanced X-ray screening technologies in India.
This MoU which is for five years can be extended further by mutual consent. It marks Smiths Detection first manufacturing operation in India.
With an increasing movement of people and goods at critical infrastructure, land borders, and urban sensitive points, there is a growing requirement for screening technologies in India.
To enhance safety, the Indian Government is investing in port and land border security. Additionally, the requirement for industry-leading X-ray scanning technology is being driven by defense facilities, which need to screen large volumes of vehicles entering sensitive areas.
BEL will handle front end requirements in market and support the localization of the projects. Smiths Detection will provide its industry screening technology and technological expertise.
Smiths Detection has been operating in India for over 20 years. In October 2021, the company launched its new Global Technology Development Center in Bangalore, which is a global hub for the development and delivery of new digital technologies that will be used by customers across the aviation, defense, urban security, and ports and borders industries.
Last updated: December 26th, 2025
