Smart Screening in Motion: Tackling Customs Delays with Drive-Thru X-Ray Solutions
MIRA Technologies has taken another significant step in redefining cargo security and inspection with the recent implementation of a high-energy, drive-thru X-ray scanner at one of the most important logistics terminals in Southeastern Europe.
This state-of-the-art scanning solution is now operational at a major container & RO-RO terminal, dramatically reducing inspection times while increasing throughput, safety, and customs compliance. But beyond this installation, the implications are far-reaching, especially for border security authorities, customs agencies, and critical infrastructure managers seeking to modernize their operations.
A Smarter, Faster Way to Inspect Cargo
Traditional cargo inspections have long been a bottleneck in the logistics chain — taking anywhere from 5 to 7 hours per container when conducted manually. With MIRA’s drive-thru X-ray scanner, that time has been reduced to just 2 minutes, without requiring the driver to leave the vehicle.
The system leverages high-energy X-ray beams and AI-powered image analysis to automatically detect anomalies in real time and increase supply chain efficiency and security
Its technical specifications speak for themselves:
- 160 trucks per hour processing capacity
- Penetration of up to 400 mm of steel
- Over 200,000 levels of grayscale resolution
- Fully compliant with international customs standards (WCO, ISO, EU)
- Insignificant dose of radiation in the cabin driver area
And perhaps most importantly, it’s a non-intrusive, real-time solution designed to operate 24/7 with minimal human intervention.
Beyond the Port: A Border Security Use Case
While this scanner is currently deployed at a port terminal, the core design is modular, scalable, and built for cross-border security environments.
Land border crossings often face the same challenges as seaports — massive volumes of freight, limited physical space, and the ever-growing complexity of illicit trade. For border control agencies, MIRA’s system offers a new level of operational resilience:
- Screen trucks without unloading cargo
- Detect threats and unauthorized goods with AI assistance
- Minimize human exposure and processing errors
- Generate digital records for auditing and enforcement
Whether stationed at a border between EU and non-EU countries, or at key customs control points along transcontinental trade corridors, this technology enables smarter, safer, and faster border operations.
Build-Operate-Transfer: A Scalable Model for Governments
One of the most compelling aspects of MIRA’s approach is its Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model. Governments and infrastructure operators can access cutting-edge technology without the heavy burden of upfront capital investment. MIRA handles the design, implementation, and operation — and transfers full control to the agency when the system is running at scale.
This model significantly lowers the barrier to modernization for customs and border enforcement agencies operating under budget constraints.
A Proven Solution, Ready for Expansion
The successful deployment of MIRA’s scanner at a major terminal is more than a milestone — it’s proof that high-performance, AI-driven inspection is not only possible but practical at scale.
As trade routes grow more complex and security threats evolve, inspection technologies must do more than just see — they must understand, decide, and act in real time.
With its field-proven, intelligent scanning systems, MIRA Technologies is proud to support the next generation of secure, efficient cargo movement — at ports, at borders, and everywhere in between.
Read more about our client’s story here: DP World debuts scanner to cut customs delays in Constanta.
