Berlin Brandenburg begins final phase of CT security rollout

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has begun upgrading the last two security screening areas in Terminal 1 to use CT scanners. Once the work is complete, all passengers at BER will be able to leave liquids and electronic devices in their cabin baggage during screening.

The work covers security areas 2 and 4 in the central check-in hall. Both currently operate only at busy times and use older X-ray equipment. Airport operator Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg (FBB) will refurbish area 2 first, followed by area 4. The airport will remain open throughout the phased works, and FBB says sufficient screening capacity will be available.

By August 2025, BER had already upgraded 24 security lanes in Terminal 1’s north and south pavilions and in Terminal 2. Most passengers already use those lanes. The final phase will extend CT screening to the central hall.

The refurbishment will also replace individual baggage preparation stations with longer shared conveyor belts. These will give passengers more room to load their trays and allow those who are ready to move ahead of others who need more time. FBB will also upgrade the ventilation and other building services.

Passengers can check security waiting times on the BER website, in the airport app or on terminal screens. All gates in Terminals 1 and 2 can be reached from any security checkpoint.