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06/12/2013
Security Provider Appointed For 2014 Games
Selex EX, an Italian-owned electronics and IT firm, has been chosen to provide security measures for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The firm, which is part of the Finmeccanica industrial group, has been appointed Official Protective Perimeter Security Provider for the event.
It will provide a range of physical perimeter security measures to secure more than 20 Games venues, including the Athletes Village. The measures will include security fencing, CCTV and security lighting, as well as security management systems.
The design phase of the contract will commence immediately with all installations will be completed by early July 2014.
The firm, which has bases in Italy and the UK, has a worldwide workforce of almost 18,000; 2,000 of which are based within Scotland. Its Edinburgh operation has 120 Scottish suppliers alone.
Glasgow 2014's Chief Executive David Grevemberg said: "Glasgow 2014, along with Police Scotland and our Games Partners, is focused on delivering a safe and secure environment for all who will be part of the Games.
"I'm delighted to have Selex ES – with their strong record of supporting the security needs of large events – bringing their expertise on board."
Fabrizio Giulianini, CEO of Selex ES said: "For years, we at Selex ES have been bringing together innovative UK companies to deliver integrated and technologically advanced solutions. Providing major event perimeter security for this iconic event in Scotland's sporting history will continue that tradition. We remain committed to contributing to the nation's broader industrial legacy, enhancing the next generation of local skills to meet the security challenges of the future."
(JP/IT)
The firm, which is part of the Finmeccanica industrial group, has been appointed Official Protective Perimeter Security Provider for the event.
It will provide a range of physical perimeter security measures to secure more than 20 Games venues, including the Athletes Village. The measures will include security fencing, CCTV and security lighting, as well as security management systems.
The design phase of the contract will commence immediately with all installations will be completed by early July 2014.
The firm, which has bases in Italy and the UK, has a worldwide workforce of almost 18,000; 2,000 of which are based within Scotland. Its Edinburgh operation has 120 Scottish suppliers alone.
Glasgow 2014's Chief Executive David Grevemberg said: "Glasgow 2014, along with Police Scotland and our Games Partners, is focused on delivering a safe and secure environment for all who will be part of the Games.
"I'm delighted to have Selex ES – with their strong record of supporting the security needs of large events – bringing their expertise on board."
Fabrizio Giulianini, CEO of Selex ES said: "For years, we at Selex ES have been bringing together innovative UK companies to deliver integrated and technologically advanced solutions. Providing major event perimeter security for this iconic event in Scotland's sporting history will continue that tradition. We remain committed to contributing to the nation's broader industrial legacy, enhancing the next generation of local skills to meet the security challenges of the future."
(JP/IT)
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