X-ray to scan box cargo at Chennai port

An x-ray machine to scan cargo in containers will soon be installed at Chennai port. A similar machine has been in place in Nhava Sheva in Mumbai for the last 10 years. A truck loaded with containerised cargo just needs to pass through the huge machine, which will scan the vehicle for any suspicious cargo. Such a machine is available at many global ports and the need for such a scanner at all major Indian ports was initiated by the government to enhance security measures. The scanner, which will be the latest and most advanced in the world, will cost nearly Rs 60 crore.Contact: Port of Chennai.Tel: 044-2536 2201.Fax: 044-2536 1228.E-mail: info@chennaiport.gov.inWebsite: www.chennaiport.gov.in