Event security - Case studies

The use of SAFE Software from Quantum Secure helped reduce the risk of intrusions at the sporting events While millions of viewers were watching races, volleyball, gymnastics, swimming and a wide range of sporting achievements, Quantum Secure, part of HID Global, worked behind the scenes in Rio, Brazil this past summer to protect sports venues by verifying the identity of athletes, staff members, guests and volunteers.  The use of SAFE Software from Quantum Secure helped...

ThruVis is a highly sensitive camera that is mobile, discreet, and rapidly deployable G4S, a security company, has entered into a strategic partnership with AIM-listed technology specialist Digital Barriers, which will see G4S deploy the company’s ThruVis solution at major UK events to protect against the threat from concealed weapons and explosives. G4S will use ThruVis to provide enhanced security at public and private events to detect potential threats concealed unde...

Trigion’s security solution featured fixed low-light HD cameras, long-range low-light units and ANPR cameras Beaulieu’s world-famous International Autojumble, held in the grounds of the National Motor Museum, in the New Forest National Park, took place in early September under the watchful eyes of security staff from Trigion UK. The Autojumble now hosts around 2,400 stands, spread over 25 acres of Beaulieu’s parkland, in a two-day show which attracts over 39...

The central monitoring station allows News International to monitor activity from multiple systems from a single station News International Ltd is a British newspaper publisher owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation. The company's major titles are published by three subsidiary companies, Times Newspapers Ltd, News Group Newspapers 1 and NI Free Newspapers Limited. At heart of the system at their new premises in Enfield is a scalable security management solution encompassin...

Avigilon's video surveillance solutions provided video evidence & information in real time at Rio Olympics 2016 Avigilon Corporation, provider of trusted security solutions, announced that its video surveillance cameras, network video recorders, and video management software helped protect the 2016 Summer Olympic Games held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (the "Rio 2016 Olympics"). "Hundreds of thousands of people attended, participated, and volunteered at the Rio 201...

Idesco's XXL 2.0 ID Badge Printer will help improve safety at the Little League World Series Idesco a New York-based security systems integrator announces it will be a security provider for the 70th Little League World Series, the final event of the Little League International Tournament and the most prestigious youth baseball and softball competition in the world. The Little League World Series will take place August 18th – 28th at the Lamade and Volunteer Stadiums in W...

Zaun and Harper Chalice cite their largest ever contracts as the springboard to growth and success Two Midlands security businesses have celebrated their greatest day in history, exactly four years on from the opening of the London 2012 Olympics. On 27 July 2012, Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the 2012 Olympic Games after apparently surviving a death-defying skydive with James Bond actor Daniel Craig as part of Oscar winning director Danny Boyle's Isles of Wonder openi...

The IQTimecard mobile app offers easy access to a 7-day timetable that can be updated automatically The summer months are a peak time for event’s organisers as a holiday atmosphere, hotter weather and sense of freedom encourage people to enjoy more recreational activities than usual. During this busy period, remote workforce monitoring solution IQTimecard is increasing efficiency for UK security firms, helping to keep events in Britain safe over summer. Although ma...

Police Scotland’s vehicle has been upgraded to integrate quickly with diverse CCTV systems Veracity, a provider of solutions that solve real-world IP video challenges in transmission, storage and display, has provided key technology to Police Scotland’s Communications vehicle infrastructure protecting the Open Golf Championship in Troon. While the biggest annual golf event in the UK is played out to millions across global television networks, Police Scotland&rsquo...

The Avigilon system installed at Addison Town assures a reliable, high-performance surveillance solution Blending the diversity of a big city with the charm of a small town, Addison, Texas is one of the Dallas area’s most popular destinations, offering more than 170 restaurants, 22 hotels, and 118 parks, all within an area of four square miles. With just 13,000 residents, Addison boasts a business and daytime population of more than 100,000 people looking for lodging, di...

100 million people are expected to visit Nashik during Kumbh Mela, and security is a major concern for the Government bodies Project By The Numbers 8 hybrid video recorders 70 IP IR bullet cameras 45 IP IR dome cameras 10 IP IR PTZ cameras Kumbh Mela Kumbh Mela is one of the most sacred pilgrimage festivals of Indian and is organized at a grand scale at Nasik, Haridwar, Ujjain and Prayag. As Kumbh Mela is being celebrated after a period of 12 years in Nashik, 100 m...

Paris Police Prefecture and the French National Police deploy Teleste’s video security solution for safety and operations across France Teleste, an international technology group specialized in broadband video and data communications systems and services, announced that its video security solution will be utilized by Paris Police Prefecture to back up public safety across the country. The system roll-out is scheduled for the 2016 UEFA European Championships starting 10th...

Hikvision captured high-quality footage for live streaming & detail for analyzing game play for training purposes Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier in innovative video surveillance products and solutions, recently supported the FINA Women's Water Polo Olympic Games Qualification Tournament by donating an end-to-end HD surveillance system to capture the event’s thrilling action. Live Streaming & Action Playback Hosted by GZC DONK, a merger between th...

ARES provides advanced analytics for detecting suspicious vehicle movements for better perimeter protection Introduction Visitors to Tampa, Florida’s MacDill Air Force Base the weekend of March 19th and 20th were treated to displays of some of the most sophisticated aircraft in use by the United States Armed Forces as well as the most daring stunt flying they are likely to see in their lifetimes as the base’s annual AirFest air show returned for the first time sin...

Sony’s IP cameras were selected because of their full-HD image quality, ease of installation Background The New York City Marathon is the largest in the world. After the 2012 race was canceled due to Superstorm Sandy, a record number of runners turned out for the return of the marathon in 2013. More than 50,000 people finished the race, the most ever in any marathon. In addition to the runners, more than two million onlookers lined the 26.2-mile route as it wound throug...

Dahua provides a total solution with in-house management software Dahua Technology, a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of video surveillance products headquartered in Hangzhou, China successfully secured the China World Summit Wing and China National Convention Center in Beijing with its megapixel IP solution during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting. The 22nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting was held in Beijing from 10th November to 1...

The Panomera system was installed by Dallmeier working with its partner Total Recall The first "Concert for Valor" was held in the center of Washington, D.C., USA on Veterans' Day, 11 November 2014. The concert was designed to honor the courage and sacrifice of American military veterans, active duty service members and their families. Several hundred thousand spectators flocked to the National Mall to see live performances by Bruce Springsteen, Metallica, Eminem, Rihanna, Car...

A total of 17 companies have now been contracted to deliver security and stewarding services at the event Police Scotland has recently announced details of the security suppliers selected to deliver a safe and secure Commonwealth Games in Glasgow this summer. Following a robust and competitive tendering process, which examined key factors including capability and value for money, a total of 17 companies have now been contracted to deliver security and stewarding services...

Axis’ PTZ cameras were strategically placed in the block surrounding the Dolby Theater Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, recently announced the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) selected a mix of HDTV-quality pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) Axis network cameras to provide video security and live situational awareness along the red carpet at the Academy Awards on March 2. The LAPD’s commitment to rock solid, reliable security technology i...