Security 2013 to tackle tomorrow’s security challenges

Security 2013 Exhibition & Conference will be held from 24-26 July at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre. Now in its 28th year, the event is expected to attract 4500 visitors from government and private enterprises, and more than 150 local and international suppliers will be showcasing the latest business security solutions for the Australasia market. The exhibition will be complemented by an extensive conference and seminar program which will focus on the security trends and strategies shaping the industry in the year ahead.

“We are constantly looking at ways to evolve the exhibition to ensure it stays at the forefront of this dynamic and growing industry,” said Kylie McRorie, Exhibition Manager, Security 2013 Exhibition. “Through some exciting new features and partnerships, Security 2013 will look ahead to the next generation of security and will offer the industry even greater value in 2013.”

Hosted by the Australian Security Industry Association Limited (ASIAL), the Security 2013 Conference will be held in conjunction with the exhibition. The conference will come to the show floor in 2013, providing delegates with a complete exhibition and conference experience and greater opportunities to connect with the industry.

“As security needs rapidly evolve to meet the ever-changing requirements of society, Security 2013 Conference will provide a unique platform for visitors to hear about the most pressing issues facing the industry today,” commented John Fleming, General Manager, ASIAL.

“With an impressive line-up of acclaimed security experts from Australia, Security Conference 2013 is a must-attend event for security professionals, government officials and technology leaders who are eager to understand what lies ahead for the future of security.”

The New Product Showcase will return to Security 2013 in an interactive format, offering visitors the opportunity to get closer to the latest innovations in the market. It is open to exhibitors that are launching new and innovative products in 2013.

Security 2013 will host a program of practical and educational seminars, including a series of panel discussions featuring real-life case studies. The event organisers are calling for expressions of interest from industry experts in a range of topics and trends, including but not limited to:

• The Cold Cyberwar reaches Australian shores: The digital age creates new national security challenges as critical infrastructure for electricity, power, transport and telecommunications connects to the internet. Security 2013 Exhibition welcomes speakers who can discuss the likelihood of a cold cyberwar and its implications for defence agencies.
• Internet of Things/Machine-to-Machine (M2M): What does it mean for the Security Industry?: IoT/M2M refers to machine-generated data from mobile devices, sensors, CCTV cameras and similar transmitters that can be leveraged for data analytics and business intelligence. Security 2013 Exhibition is keen to showcase case studies that demonstrate how machine generated data can be utilised for a range of security applications, such as city-wide surveillance.
• Strategies for a Safer Sydney: The City of Sydney has launched a major campaign to make inner city entertainment and nightlife hubs such as Kings Cross and the CBD safer for revellers. Security 2013 Exhibition welcomes experts to discuss how surveillance technologies, law enforcement and public transport can be combined as part of a comprehensive security strategy.

Speaker submissions close on 5 April. Please contact Kylie McRorie for more details or to express interest on (03) 9261 4504 or email kmcrorie@divexhibitions.com.au.

Security 2013 is free to attend for industry professionals. Registration opens in March at www.securityexpo.com.au.