Radiation detection firm wins US government contracts
A radiation detection technology company with a Huddersfield research base has won two new contracts with the US government to develop next generation radiation detection solutions for national defence and security.
The contracts, from the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), an agency of the US Department of Defense, are worth a minimum of $2.6m to be delivered over the next three years, with a potential two-year extension to $3.3m.
The contract from DHS is to develop CZT detector modules for commercial off-the-shelf detectors for advanced X-ray systems for passenger baggage screening. Kromek’s technology can enhance the detection of an extensive range of threat materials and significantly reduce false alarms in aviation security for baggage handling. The contract is worth $1.5m over two years.
The contract from DTRA is for the development of the next generation of handheld nuclear radiation detectors, which will bring further technology enhancements into Kromek’s product portfolio.
Kromek has chosen to collaborate with three UK universities – University of Glasgow, University of Liverpool and University of Manchester.
The contract is for $1.05m over a period of three years with a potential $700,000 extension for a further two years.
Dr Arnab Basu, CEO of Kromek, said: “These new contracts reflect our established relationship with the US government for developing next-generation radiation detection solutions for national defence and security. Through these agreements, we will expand the technological capabilities of our products and enhance our market-leading position while also gaining increased revenue visibility. We look forward to continuing our strong relationship with the US government and providing solutions for combatting some of the greatest security challenges that as a society we face today.”
