By Sarah O’mahony

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The old 100ml or less liquid rule requiring clear plastic bags is being relaxed too and departing passengers will be permitted to carry up to two litres in their hand luggage.

Gary McLean, managing director of Dublin Airport, said: “The new C3 scanners are best in class in terms of security detection standards and they significantly enhance the passenger experience.”

Around 30 new C3 scanners and body scanners have been rolled out in Dublin Airport’s two terminals. The C3 scanners use technology similar to CT scanners in hospitals, generating 3D images of bags, which make it easier to detect what is inside.

This investment puts Dublin Airport on a par with the best airports in the world

“The rollout of this new technology involved a substantial financial investment by DAA and posed a significant operational challenge to the airport,” Mr McLean said.

“This investment puts Dublin Airport on a par with the best airports in the world when it comes to having the best and most efficient scanning technology available.”

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Dublin Airport is one of the first airports in Europe to fully switch over to C3, which provides the best threat detection technology available within the aviation industry.

The conversion to a fully C3 operation at Dublin Airport has been achieved ahead of DAA’s own target of October 2025 and ahead of the regulatory deadline of December 31, 2025.

In addition to the main 30 scanners across the two terminals, three scanners have been installed in a new secondary screening area located on the mezzanine level in Terminal 1.

Cork Airport won’t be far behind, with work starting this month

This is open to passengers from 4am until mid-afternoon each day. In time, this area will become home to a new dedicated fast track facility, with all other T1 passengers going through regular security downstairs.

The technology is also set to be rolled out at Cork Airport.

DAA CEO Kenny Jacobs said: “Cork Airport won’t be far behind, with work starting this month on the construction of a new mezzanine floor, which will extend over the existing arrivals concourse and become home to a larger passenger security area equipped with the latest C3 scanning technology.

“This marks the first phase of a €200m capital investment by DAA in Cork Airport to make it even better for passengers,” he said.

What’s changed?

Liquids, gels and electronics can stay in your hand luggage when going through security. There is no limit on the number of liquids and gels that can be carried in your hand luggage. The previous 100ml maximum limit on liquids and gels no longer applies and items of up to two litres can be carried. Liquids and gels no longer need to be packed inside clear plastic bags.

What’s staying the same?

Items such as belts, footwear which extends over the ankle, jackets, hoodies and oversized jumpers and cardigans must be removed and placed in the security tray.Passengers must continue to remove all items from their pockets, including keys, wallets and phones.