Intersec 2010: Success, Sun and Security

Epoc Messe Frankfurt, the event organiser of Intersec 2010 in Dubai reports an 17% increase in visitors over the three days of Intersec 2010. The show was a huge success for most companies that where exhibiting in Dubai at the twelfth edition of the trade fair. All days of the show were really busy. For GIT Publishing it was the first attendance as an exhibitor and the interest for GIT SECURITY was amazing.

More than 700 exhibitors (up 5%)

More than 700 exhibitors participated in this year’s trade fair. The conference, running alongside the exhibition enjoyed impressive numbers, registering a full house of delegates. Mr. Ahmed Pauwels, Chief Executive Officer, Epoc Messe Frankfurt GmbH, organisers of Intersec, said: “The question of security and safety is of paramount concern in the countries of the Gulf and Middle East region and the success of Intersec is indeed a reflection of the importance given by Gulf governments to security and safety.” He added that the show has brought together industry experts who provided insights into the latest technologies and best practices in the industry. “We appreciate the support of Dubai Police General H.Q.,the Dubai Police Academy, Dubai Civil Defence, the Security Industry Association and the Ministry of Homeland Affairs, Singapore at this year’s event.”

Lots of new products

Axis Communications, a global leader in the network video market, showcased a new range of network cameras at Intersec 2010. Visitors to the Axis stand had the opportunity to see the entire product range in action, from the smallest and smartest wireless cameras, to the latest day and night cameras with exceptional image detail. Baraa Al Akkad, Regional Manager, Axis Communications Middle East explained: "Intersec is the perfect venue for Axis Communications to showcase our latest range of cutting-edge network video innovations. With a high number of green installations, the network video penetration in the Middle East market is one of the highest in the world with more medium-to-enterprise based applications opting for the latest technologies." Intersec trade fair and conference, which was held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Majid bin Mohammed by Rashid Al Maktoum, was inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Sunday.

Some Highlights

One of the companies attracting a large amount of visitor interest at Intersec was Honeywell with their T-HAWK Micro-Air Vehicle (MAV). The MAV is a 13-inch unmanned surveillance aircraft that provides an innovative platform for a wide range of military and commercial applications. In UAE and the Middle East, the T-HAWK MAV will be used to monitor border areas, cities, coasts and vital installations like power, oil and gas. The industry response to the T-HAWK MAV has been very exciting and Honeywell has already booked one immediate order duringIntersec 2010 and expects several more from various private commercial interests in the coming months. "Many different sectors are interested in the non-military use of the THAWK MAV, for example the petrochemical sector, civil defence and police forces. In these and related sectors, the T-HAWK MAV can be an option for monitoring sensitive and accident prone areas," said Aleksandar Smiljanic, Divisional Sales Director, Honeywell Security and UAV-Specialist.

Solutions adopted to the regional marketplace

Arinc EMEA launched its Integrated Physical Security offering to the Middle East market at Intersec 2010. Arinc’s offering is centred on its Advanced Information Management (AIM) solution, a flexible command and control integration platform that currently protects over 60% of US nuclear power stations as well as the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Arinc EMEA's technical offering is supported by its strong regional presence, headquartered in Dubai, which has been established to project manage major system integration contracts at three of the largest airport construction projects in the Middle East at Doha, Cairo and Dubai. Andy Nicholson, Government & Physical Security Business Development Director, Arinc EMEA said: "Arinc EMEA has a powerful offering in AIM, which delivers a new level of Resiliency, Scalability, Flexibility and Redundancy to integrated physical security systems. Combined with our regional presence, Arinc EMEA is in a strong position to pursue significant opportunities in the Middle East where there is currently significant investment in new infrastructure projects.”

Interesec is the world’s largest Commercial Security & IT Security, Homeland Security & Policing, Fire & Rescue and Safety & Health exhibition outside of Europe. Running for more than a decade, it has established itself as the leading industry event in the MENA region and is the largest and most comprehensive event for security and safety in the Middle East.