International London-Based Port Turns to Vidsys

Vidsys customer, DP World London Gateway sea-port, was recently interviewed by Security Management Magazine’s Podcast about its comprehensive security program, which is integrated and managed by Vidsys’ Converged Security and Information Management (CSIM) platform.

London Gateway Harbour Master & Head of ISPS Security, Colin Hitchcock, was tasked with finding a new integration and management platform that could pull in numerous physical and IT security sources and create an intelligent situational awareness platform.

“When looking for a system, I asked myself ‘Are they flexible and can they alter the platform to fit our needs?’” That’s why Hitchcock was thrilled when they found Vidsys.

CSIM is an integral part of London Gateway’s security system, and recently helped expose port intruders. The situational awareness system worked exactly as planned when the situation went from hypothetical to reality.

A Vidsys end-customer since 2016, London Gateway has also partnered with Vidsys on recent expansion projects. The trade-enabling port operator selected Vidsys due to its open platform architecture and vast agility for future growth and innovation while being able to manage all sensors and systems from one unified view.

The port is a 2 square mile area surround by an 11-kilometer fence line, creating a massive infrastructure to be monitored and managed. Through highly automated technology, Vidsys helps the port run all data through a 24/7 Security Control Room, with a separate control room reserved for elevated security alerts. A particular feature of the CSIM platform that the Hitchcock uses frequently is the innovative smart reporting capability.

“We chose Vidsys due to its constantly forward-thinking approach to innovation and security,” said Hitchcock. “Through the Vidsys platform, we are able to extend our ability to monitor the port, our assets, and increase the efficiency and effectiveness of our security program.”

Vidsys CSIM also helps DP World London Gateway integrate Access Control, CCTV, Perimeter Intrusion Detection (PIDS) as well as Fire detection and Building Management and custom reporting capabilities. Vidsys meets all compliance standards and adheres to various security standards, including the International Port Security Code and Homeland Security protocols.

You can listen to the full Security Management podcast interview here.