August 31, 2006


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Fixes quick and otherwise
Some news reports following the alleged U.K. plot to bring down transatlantic flights focused on the possible commercial benefit
UPDATED 31 August 2006





Rapiscan to supply hybrid cargo and vehicle systems
Rapiscan Inc. has won a US$5 million order for multiple hybrid cargo and vehicle inspection systems
UPDATED 31 August 2006


Schenker tests RFID security
Deutsche Bahn logistics subsidiary Schenker has embarked on a test of RFID technology
UPDATED 31 August 2006


USV debuts for USN and USCG
BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin and Rafael Armament Development Authority Ltd. have brought the Protector Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) to the U.S.
UPDATED 31 August 2006


Air cargo security still weak
A recent press report highlights the continuing weak security surrounding cargo loaded in the belly holds of commercial airliners
UPDATED 31 August 2006

DHS updates SBI
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released facts and figures summarizing the performance
UPDATED 31 August 2006

Ultralight UAV demonstrated
Cyber Defense Systems (St. Petersburg, Fla.) has demonstrated its hand-launched "CyberBug" unmanned aerial vehicle
UPDATED 31 August 2006



A recent AP report says that a European small business federation has slammed EC plans to secure air cargo as a threat to the financial viability of shipping firms. For more shorts, click here
UPDATED 31 August 2006


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UPDATED 31 August 2006

 


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