Togo: Lomé Airport Receives U.S.-Funded Security Equipment to Bolster Threat Detection

Transport
Thursday, 03 July 2025 15:42
Togo: Lomé Airport Receives U.S.-Funded Security Equipment to Bolster Threat Detection
  • U.S. Embassy donates advanced scanners and explosive trace detectors.
  • Equipment aims to improve passenger and staff safety at Lomé airport.
  • Delivery follows recent emergency response drill to test crisis readiness.

Togo’s main airport has received new security equipment from the United States to better detect and prevent threats, officials said on Tuesday, July 1.

The Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport in Lomé was handed four explosive trace detectors, four advanced imaging body scanners and related accessories. The equipment was provided by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security.

“This handover demonstrates our shared commitment to effective and cooperative civil aviation security,” said Michael DeTar, chargé d’affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Togo.

Togo’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) said the support will help address current security challenges and better protect passengers and airport personnel, in line with government ambitions to establish the airport as a regional hub.

The donation comes as Lomé airport steps up safety initiatives. On June 13, airport operator SALT conducted an emergency simulation exercise, “Exo Salle EPULO 2025,” to test response, coordination and communication capabilities in the event of a major incident, such as a crash.

To contact us: c o n t a c t [@] t o g o f i r s t . c o m

Please publish modules in offcanvas position.