MultiControl has won a tender for the railway border crossing at Zilupe on the Latvia–Russia border. The project involves the delivery and installation of the MultiControl CanisMatic Rail cargo & vehicle inspection system.
The X-ray security scanner will be delivered to the State Revenue Service of Latvia (SRS – Valsts ieņēmumu dienests), the government authority responsible for implementing customs policy and ensuring the collection of taxes and duties at Latvia’s customs border.
Zilupe Railway Border Crossing – A Strategic Gateway on the EU’s Eastern Border
The Zilupe railway border crossing is one of the key railway border inspection points on the European Union’s eastern border, handling up to 1,900 trains per year.
This makes it an important corridor for cross-border freight transport and a strategic location for advanced inspection technologies such as a border X-ray scanner and modern cargo & vehicle inspection systems.
CanisMatic Rail: Border X-ray Scanner Implementation Project Overview
The MultiControl CanisMatic Rail is designed as a high-performance cargo & vehicle inspection system for railway cargo control. The system will support efficient railway cargo inspection while ensuring safe and continuous operation in demanding border environments.
MultiControl’s scope of work includes the delivery of the X-ray scanning system, covering the design, manufacturing and implementation of the scanner, as well as the delivery of the complete scanning software package. The system will be produced in our European manufacturing facility located just several kilometers from Warsaw.
How does border X-ray cargo & vehicle inspection system work
The CanisMatic Rail X-ray scanner is designed for continuous operation in demanding border environments, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring uninterrupted inspection capability and supporting customs officers in maintaining secure and efficient border control.
The system has become a key element of modern rail cargo inspection infrastructure – a robust, field-proven vehicle inspection system trusted by operators responsible for securing critical transport corridors. It supports efficient day-to-day inspection processes, maintains high performance under heavy operational loads, and contributes to long-term operational safety and continuity.
The ISO 9001:2015 certification confirms the quality and security of MultiControl’s processes, covering every stage from design and manufacturing to installation and commissioning.
How does cargo & vehicle inspection system detect contraband
The MultiControl CanisMatic Rail cargo & vehicle inspection system uses a dual-energy linear accelerator that enables the system to distinguish between organic and inorganic materials. This technology allows customs officers to detect threats such as narcotics, cigarettes, weapons, explosives, cultural artifacts, and other undeclared goods.
The cargo & vehicle inspection system can scan heavy cargo, metal structures, and containers, significantly reducing the need for time-consuming physical inspections. Scanning and image analysis are performed in real time, allowing operators to make faster decisions and conduct inspections more efficiently.
Why Our Cargo & Vehicle Inspection System Is Effective for Customs and Border Control Operations
- A solid, proven standard in railway cargo inspection;
- Dual-energy technology distinguishes between organic and inorganic materials;
- Automatic wagon recognition (excluding locomotives and passenger cars during scanning) with optional OCR function;
- Supports UFF 3.0 format for seamless system integration;
- Ensures safety and full radiation protection;
- Requires a maximum of 20 minutes for start-up;
- Easy to operate thanks to intuitive software;
- Reliable performance in all weather conditions;
- Extended warranty and service support available.
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FAQ – Border X-ray scanners and cargo & vehicle inspection systems
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What is a border X-ray scanner used for?
A border X-ray scanner is used by customs and border protection authorities to inspect vehicles, trains, and cargo without opening them. The system allows officers to quickly detect hidden goods, contraband, or security threats while maintaining efficient cargo flow at busy border crossings.
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How does a border X-ray cargo & vehicle inspection system work?
A border X-ray cargo & vehicle inspection system uses high-energy X-ray technology to scan vehicles, railway wagons, and containers. The scanner generates detailed images of the cargo structure, allowing operators to identify suspicious objects, hidden compartments, or undeclared goods without performing time-consuming physical inspections.
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What types of threats can a border X-ray scanner detect?
Modern border X-ray scanners can detect a wide range of threats, including narcotics, cigarettes, weapons, explosives, undeclared goods, and hidden modifications in vehicles or cargo containers.
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Where are cargo & vehicle inspection systems typically used?
Cargo & vehicle inspection systems are commonly deployed at land border crossings, railway border checkpoints, seaports, and logistics hubs. These high-traffic environments require fast and reliable inspection technologies to maintain security while ensuring smooth cargo movement.
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Why are border X-ray scanners important for railway cargo inspection?
Railway border crossings often handle large volumes of cargo trains. Border X-ray scanners, such as the CanisMatic Rail cargo & vehicle inspection system, enable customs authorities to inspect entire trains quickly and safely, improving detection capabilities while reducing delays in freight transport.
About MultiControl
MultiControl is a European manufacturer of X-ray inspection systems for cargo and vehicles used by customs and border authorities. The company designs and produces road and railway X-ray scanners for the inspection of trucks, containers, and railway wagons, supporting non-intrusive inspection (NII) operations and contraband detection at border crossings, seaports, and logistics terminals.
MultiControl systems are deployed at external EU borders and along international trade routes, enabling customs administrations to conduct high-throughput inspections while maintaining traffic flow.