EU to Abolish 100ml Liquid Limit for Hand Luggage at Airports

The EU is expected to approve new generation scanners that will abolish the 100ml limit for liquids in hand luggage at airports.

Since 2006, a restriction has been in place for liquids and gels in containers up to 100ml in a resealable plastic bag, due to concerns about explosives. According to reports, these restrictions may soon be lifted under certain conditions.

The European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) is reportedly ready to approve the upgraded version of the software used by Smiths Detection's Hi-Scan 6040 CTiX scanners, which offer high-precision 3D imaging and can detect suspicious objects and explosives.

The European Commission imposed restrictions in 2024 due to disputes regarding the reliability of the scanners, causing reactions. However, the investment was deemed necessary to enhance security and improve the passenger experience.