By Peter Alagos/Business Reporter
An official of a security solutions provider said he is optimistic that the multi-billion security infrastructure projects of the government could guarantee the safety of Qatar residents, especially during the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Omar al-Hassan, business development manager, Qatar Security Systems Co (QSSC), told Gulf Times that the government has already been laying solid foundations in terms of
security infrastructure.
“The country is 100% safe judging by the equipment, technology, and manpower of government entities such as the Ministry of Interior (MoI), Customs Department, the Armed Forces, and other departments that are working along the borders of the country and other points of entry and exit,” al-Hassan said on the sidelines of Milipol Qatar yesterday.
He added: “And also I am sure that officials and the government of Qatar have started putting in place the security systems and technology needed by the country in preparation for the hosting of the FIFA World Cup in 2022.”
Al-Hassan said QSSC’s latest project was the installation of state-of-the-art X-ray machines supplied by German firm Smiths Detection, as well as hand-held metal detectors at the Hamad International
Airport (HIA).
He noted that the latest technology being used at HIA attests to the airport’s capability to provide the highest levels of security for inbound and outbound passengers, airlines, and other stakeholders.
Aside from screening units, al-Hassan said QSSC had also supplied the two integral instruments being used by the MoI’s recently-launched “Smart Inspection Car” operated by immigration personnel at the HIA.
Al-Hassan said QSSC’s IonScan 500DT detects specific materials like illegal drugs, prohibited liquids, or any suspicious substances while the RAD Seeker is able to scan and identify concealed contraband,
explosives, or similar items.
He added that QSSC has also supplied Lekhwiya (Internal Security Force) a scanning apparatus or HCV mobile system that can detect suspicious materials inside vehicles. Aside from hardware, QSSC can also upgrade the HVC mobile system’s software for the updates on the latest programmes or threats.
“The MoI and Lekhwiya are doing a great job in securing high-risk areas and port of entries, such as the HIA. As a supplier of security solutions, we are always ready to help and provide them with the latest technologies available in the market today,” al-Hassan pointed out.
Aside from security solutions, QSSC and Austrian firm Kapsch are working to provide Qatar with intelligent transportation systems (ITS) solutions that could be used in the future by firms such as Woqod, Ashghal, and Qatar Rail.
With ITS, al-Hassan said QSSC will be able to provide solutions in traffic management, parking issues, demand management systems such as tolling and access control, and other public transportation and traffic safety concerns.
Also, al-Hassan said QSSC provides aftersales support, including preventive or corrective maintenance through its technical team that could be readily deployed to clients in Qatar.
“Our team of trainers and technicians could be readily deployed anywhere. They are, likewise, qualified and certified by German firm Smiths Detection to do various levels of training and other services,” al-Hassan added.
