BigBear.ai
BigBear.ai (BBAI) announced on August 20, 2026, a five--year commercial deployment agreement with the government of El Salvador for its "CargoSeer" AI--powered cargo inspection platform. This marks the company's first implementation in Central America and follows a successful 12--month pilot program. The platform integrates X--ray imagery with trade documentation to automate contraband detection and streamline duty collection. This strategic move targets the global trade and border management sector, leveraging AI to address complexities in the $26 trillion annual merchandise trade market. Management indicated that the deployment is already generating interest from other international customs agencies, potentially serving as a catalyst for further geographic expansion.