The 2nd Detection Hub Workshop took place in June 2025 in Riga, Latvia, bringing together EU-funded projects working to strengthen Europe’s capabilities in detecting drugs, explosives, and illicit goods.
As a proud co-organiser, iFLOWS contributed to a collaborative programme involving the PARSEC, MELCHIOR, BAG-INTEL, ODYSSEUS, UNDERSEC, EURMARS, COSMOPORT, SAUST, METEOR, NARCOSIS, SMAUG, FLEXI-CROSS, SILENT BORDER, and CEASEFIRE projects.
The workshop focused on bridging research innovation with operational needs through two thematic panel discussions:
- Panel 1 – Smart Detection at Borders: Enhancing parcel and vessel screening capabilities across border environments.
- Panel 2 – Border Security Innovation: Addressing technical challenges, obstacles, and integration issues faced by EU-funded detection projects.
The event concluded with a Detection Approaches Evaluation Session, emphasising future opportunities for joint testing, shared methodologies, and closer cross-project collaboration.
Overall, the workshop highlighted how cross-project cooperation helps accelerate progress, strengthen interoperability, and ensure that research outcomes can be applied in real operational environments.
