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Wackenhut Corporation receives Safety Act designation and certification from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
posted on 21/04/2005

The Wackenhut Corporation has announced that it has received liability protections from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”). After an extensive review of its physical security services, Wackenhut has been granted coverage under a new federal law known as the “Support Anti-terrorism by Fostering Effective Technology Act” (the “SAFETY Act”). This represents the first such Designation and Certification for a contract security service provider. The lawsuit protections that SAFETY Act coverage affords will result in significantly lower liability exposure for Wackenhut and its customers should a future act of terrorism occur. The Federal government passed the SAFETY Act as part of the Homeland Security Act of 2002. In short, the SAFETY Act essentially eliminates liability that could arise out of a terrorist attack for sellers whose anti-terror products or services have been reviewed and approved by the DHS in America’s fight against terrorism. Most important, these lawsuit prot... [more]

Ibas acquires Vogon to create Europe's largest force of private data detectives
posted on 12/04/2005

Ibas is acquiring its main European competitor, UK-based Vogon International Ltd, making the combined company the European market leader for data recovery and computer forensics. Ibas is to purchase 100 per cent of the shares in Vogon, which will continue as a separate company until the end of 2005. Integration with Ibas will happen from 1 January 2006. The agreement is based on an ‘earn-out’ model, which specifies a minimum price of GBP 4 million and a maximum of GBP 9 million. GBP 3.5 million of the purchase price will be paid in connection with the completion of the transaction, while the remaining portion of the purchase price will be paid in 2006. 25% of the portion of the purchase price deferred until 2006 will be settled by the issuance of Ibas shares to the sellers. "This acquisition achieves our goal of becoming market leader in Europe" said Bjørn Arne Skogstad, President and CEO of Ibas. "Ibas and Vogon complement each other very well for technology, expertise, servic... [more]

New security systems for Wigan Coucil's new H.Q.
posted on 11/04/2005

Unique Integrated Systems has recently completed the installation of a complete integrated system at Westwood Park – a new build project that will provide a new headquarters and administrative centre for Wigan Council. The project, which encompasses two purpose built office developments, entailed the supply, installation and commissioning of intruder alarm, access control and CCTV systems, all backed by remote video surveillance. Carried out in conjunction with Hills Electrical the work began in June 2004 and was completed on time in October. UIS installed a broad range of equipment, including JVC high-speed dome cameras, dedicated micro’s, D.V.R and Smartel remote video surveillance. All of the equipment is monitored over the client’s own Wide Area Network, which enables significant cost savings to be made in comparison with traditional transmission systems. In addition, Guardall and Honeywell intruder alarm equipment was used to protect the building, and Cotag access control used o... [more]

Train 4 Security wins Corps contract
posted on 04/04/2005

Train 4 Security has signed a new contract with The Corps of Commissionaires. It will provide up to £70,000 worth of training to the organisation during 2005, to supplement The Corps own in-house programme. The training programme, which will cover courses in static security, door supervisor and conflict management training, began in January this year. Venues include Birmingham, Bristol and London. The Corps - a Principal member of the British Security Industry Association – was founded in 1859. A provider of security and business support services to a range of industries from telecommunications and property management to the financial and professional sectors, its work ranges from remote monitoring to providing security personnel and facilities services to organisations nationwide. Phil Ruggiero, Managing Director of Train 4 Security said : “We are delighted to be working with such an exceptional organisation. A major player in the security industry, The Corps is committed to con... [more]

Brent Housing Partnership hailed as beacon of success
posted on 01/04/2005

During a visit to the Brent Housing Partnership, the Chief Executive of the BSIA praised the Estate Security Warden Service provided by Group 4 Securicor, on behalf of Brent Council, as an example of how private security companies can work closely with the public sector as part of the ‘extended policing family’. Statistics provided by the Metropolitan Police have shown that there’s been a reduction in crime in the areas covered by the community warden service with a matching reduction in the number of incidents of arson. A residents’ survey by Brent Council has revealed: · 72% of residents feel safe going out after dark compared to just 31% of residents when asked the same question last year · 52% of residents feel that crime and antisocial behaviour as decreased over the last 12 months · 82% of residents felt that the warden service had reduced crime and that the patrols made them feel safer · 81% of residents felt more comfortable reporting a problem to the warden service rath... [more]

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