JFK Millennium Partners selects K2 to deliver state-of-the-art security screening checkpoint at new JFK T6

The following article was published by Future Travel Experience JFK Millennium Partners has selected K2 Security Screening Group to procure, install and deploy a state-of-the-art security screening checkpoint at the new JFK Terminal 6, facilitating a seamless CX. JFK Millennium Partners, the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) to build and operate JFK Airport’s new Terminal 6, […] Article originally published here: JFK Millennium Partners selects K2 to deliver state-of-the-art security screening checkpoint at new JFK T6

Mar 29, 2025 - 10:11

JFK Millennium Partners selects K2 to deliver state-of-the-art security screening checkpoint at new JFK T6

The following article was published by Future Travel Experience

JFK Millennium Partners has selected K2 Security Screening Group to procure, install and deploy a state-of-the-art security screening checkpoint at the new JFK Terminal 6, facilitating a seamless CX.

JFK Millennium Partners, the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) to build and operate JFK Airport’s new Terminal 6, has announced a partnership with K2 Security Screening Group to procure, install and deploy a state-of-the-art security screening checkpoint at the future 10-gate terminal. K2 will work closely with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), PANYNJ and T6’s security technology providers Analogic, Rohde & Schwarz, CEIA, and Leidos, to maximise the checkpoint’s safety and efficiency, facilitating a seamless passenger experience.

Terminal 6 is a key component of the Port Authority’s $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport into a world-class gateway, with two new terminals, two expanded and modernised terminals, a new ground transportation centre, and an entirely new, simplified roadway network.

“Security screening plays an essential role in keeping our passengers safe and our airports secure – however it can also be one of the more stressful parts of the passenger journey,” said Steve Thody, CEO, JFK Millennium Partners. “Working closely with the TSA, our future T6 security checkpoint will utilise the latest screening technologies provided by K2 and its partners to expedite T6 passengers through the checkpoint, ultimately providing a significantly improved guest experience while enhancing security in parallel.”

The future JFK T6 security checkpoint will use advanced screening technologies to streamline passenger flow while providing the highest security standards. It will feature Computed Tomography (CT) X-ray screening that produces high-quality 3D images, allowing passengers to keep laptops in their bags while reducing the need for manual bag checks. Automated bin return systems will facilitate the movement of passenger carry-ons, while enhanced Advanced Imaging Technology (eAIT) will be able to detect both metallic and non-metallic objects concealed in layers of clothing or on the body in 1.5 seconds – considerably faster than previous technologies.

The new checkpoint will also feature Credential Authentication Technology 2 (CAT2), which will provide automated identity verification to validate the authenticity of a passenger’s identification credentials and identify individuals who may require additional screening. The system scans the traveller’s ID and compares it to their in-person real-time photo, allowing them to proceed to security screening without exchanging a boarding pass. These state-of-the-art security screening systems will not only enhance T6’s security effectiveness but will also improve the efficiency of the entire operation.

“We are honoured to be chosen by JFK Millennium Partners to work on this transformative project that will enhance the passenger experience at John F. Kennedy International Airport,” said Steve Karoly, Executive Vice President, K2 Security Screening Group. “The new Terminal 6 security checkpoint will be equipped with state-of-the-art screening technologies, designed to improve efficiency, accuracy, and safety. The checkpoint will significantly reduce wait times while maintaining the highest security standards. We’re proud to play a role in shaping the future of air travel at JFK.”