From The Rio Times · Amina Diarra · · 1m
Gabon Needs US Airport Security Help
Gabon seeks US expertise to build airport security system.
In brief
Gabon seeks US expertise to build airport security system. Gabon wants US help to train staff and install passenger screening system. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
Gabon Meets US Security Officials
Gabon's civil aviation agency met US Embassy security officials in Libreville on 16 October 2026.
Who Attended Meeting
ANAC director-general Major General Éric Tristan Franck Moussavou met Bernabé Nouna-Ayong and Michael Lee.
Gabon Needs Expert Help
Gabon asked for expert training to build national airport security capacity.
Passenger Data System
Gabon introduced API-PNR system combining check-in and booking data for traveler screening.
US Company Installation
Securiport LLC installed passenger-screening system under May 21 2026 agreement.
US$30 Passenger Fee
Two orders set US$30 charge per international passenger collected by airlines.
Industry Objections
IATA asked for fee suspension citing privacy concerns and system not yet working.
Privacy Questions
No data-sharing deal with US announced; retention periods and correction procedures unconfirmed.
The essence
Gabon wants US help to train staff and install passenger screening system.
