Belfast International Airport’s security equipment has now fully transitioned to a ‘Next Generation’ system, the airport has announced.
The airport explained that this will bring in changes for passengers who are passing through security.
While some of the airport’s security lanes had already been using this technology, it has now been completely rolled out as part of its revamp.
Here’s what the new rules mean for the next time you travel.
Belfast International Airport implements Next Generation Security Technology🎒 𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥! 💼 What does this mean for you? 🧳 The new technology allows passengers to leave all electronics and liquids under 100ml in their hand luggage speeding up the security process and improving the overall passenger experience. Passengers should note that all electronic equipment; laptops, phones etc can now be left in their hand luggage alongside liquids under 100ml. Plastic bags are no longer required.
Posted by Belfast International Airport on Tuesday 1 October 2024
Do I need to take out my liquids?
No – the airport says that under its new system all liquids under 100ml can stay in passengers’ luggage as they pass through security.
They also confirmed that “plastic bags are no longer required” meaning passengers can now travel with a normal washbag for their toiletries.
However, the volume limit of 100ml for liquids, aerosols and gels remains in place.
The airport said: “We would recommend for a more seamless journey, that passengers continue to pack as many liquids as possible in their hold baggage, and only carry in their hand baggage what is required for the flight.”
Can I keep my electronics in my bag?
Belfast International Airport has said that “the new technology allows passengers to leave all electronics and liquids under 100ml in their hand luggage.”
Just like liquids, your laptops, tablets and other electronic equipment can remain inside your hand luggage.
Will the changes make security quicker?
The airport says that the new security system will speed up “the security process and improving the overall passenger experience.”
However, passengers are reminded to continue to arrive in good time for their flights.
