British Museum Adopts Xtract One’s AI-Powered Security System for High-Throughput Screening

Event summary

  • Xtract One’s SmartGateway system selected by the British Museum after on-site testing.
  • System delivers up to 750 people per 15-minute interval per lane, 3x faster than prior methods.
  • Portable design allows adjustable perimeter placement based on threat levels and visitor volume.
  • British Museum aims to reduce queues for 6.5 million annual visitors with new technology.
  • SmartGateway uses AI-powered multi-sensor technology for weapons detection without stopping visitors.

The big picture

The British Museum’s adoption of Xtract One’s SmartGateway reflects a broader trend among cultural institutions toward AI-driven security solutions that balance high throughput with rigorous protection standards. This deal underscores the growing demand for non-intrusive, efficient screening technologies in high-footfall environments. Xtract One’s ability to deliver measurable improvements in detection and processing speed positions it as a key player in the evolving security technology market.

What we're watching

Scalability Potential
Whether Xtract One can replicate this success in other high-traffic cultural institutions.
Operational Efficiency
How the British Museum’s visitor experience metrics improve post-implementation.
Market Expansion
The pace at which similar institutions adopt AI-driven security solutions.