Customs to install walk-through metal detectors in major ports

MANILA, Feb. 22 – The Bureau of Customs (BOC) will install walk-through metal detectors in major ports nationwide to ensure security and fight any form of terrorist attack.

“Since they already have x-ray machines in the ports to inspect cargoes. This time, the safety of port users is our highest priority,” said Chief Supt. Jose Yuchongco, head Customs Police Division.

The security system will be patterned to that of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

He said that the machines would be operational on or before April in time for the Holy Week.

“Walk-through metal detectors are vital to the success of every security checkpoint installation because they offer uniform scanning of harmful metal while providing improved patron throughput,” he said.

The 7-foot machines will be imported from Germany for about P20 million.

“The installation of these detectors is part of the effort of law enforcement agencies to implement tight security measures. This would prevent the entry of bombs and other life-threatening devices in the ports,” Yuchongco said. (PNA) RMA/FGP/utb

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