Zurich Airport Accelerates and Simplifies Security Management With Visual Defence's 3C(TM) Solution

06/10/2008 19:32

PR Newswire

RICHMOND HILL, Canada, October 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Visual Defence Inc. (LSE: VDI), today announced that Unique (Flughafen Zurich AG) has extended the current license of their Visual Defence VMS (Virtual Matrix System) to the full 3C(TM) solution. The move to 3C(TM) will allow Unique (Flughafen Zurich AG), the operator of Zurich Airport, to connect and fully manage their intelligent video application, public announcement system and security control lines from a single command and control point.

Unique (Flughafen Zurich AG) will benefit tremendously from a simplified management process that will deliver an overall improvement in asset management and physical security safety functions. 3C's central management and control engine will serve as an administrator to all devices on the network and facilitate the connection of multiple security subsystems currently in place at the airport including several hundred analog and digital cameras, client systems and Ascom's "SmartVision" analytics system.

"The level of trust the management of Zurich Airport places in Visual Defence's 3C(TM) solution is rewarding", says Barry Tal, CEO, Visual Defence. "As a trusted partner we work hard to ensure that Zurich Airport is world class in the level of security it offers its passengers."

Unique (Flughafen Zurich AG) and Visual Defence have enjoyed a long and mutually beneficial relationship since the implementation of the VMS in 2004. Today, Visual Defence remains focused on building long-term relationships with clients while expanding their affiliation with key business partners.

About Visual Defence

Visual Defence prides itself on mastering the "Art of Integration" and providing customized solutions. Working with System Integration and Installation partners, we provide advanced security solutions for leading government, airport, mass transit and commercial clients around the world. Leveraging 3C(R), our proven Open Architecture IP Security Integration Software Platform, and suite of Video, IP Communication, and Situational Awareness applications, Visual Defence delivers solutions that meet exact business objectives. We turn functionality and interoperability requirements into intelligent, scalable and easy-to-manage solutions that provide end- users with the security insight they need to improve operations and effectively prevent and mitigate risk.

For more information, visit: http://www.visualdefence.com.

About ASCOM

Ascom is an international solution provider with comprehensive technological know-how in Mission-Critical Communication. The company concentrates on the core areas of Wireless Solutions (high-value, customer- specific on-site communications solutions) and Security Solutions (applications for security, communication, automation and control systems for infrastructure operators, public security institutions and the army).

With a wealth of experience in implementing complex projects for discerning customers, Ascom has established itself in important key markets.

Offerings range from analysis and consulting to system design and system integration, project management, engineering and implementation, right through to maintenance and support.

The company has subsidiaries in 17 countries and a workforce of some 2'000 employees worldwide. Ascom registered shares (symbol ASCN) are listed on the SWX Swiss Exchange in Zurich.

For further information: Ron Aharoni, Director, Global Sales & Marketing, Visual Defence Inc., +1-905-731-1254 x 289
For further information: Ron Aharoni, Director, Global Sales & Marketing, Visual Defence Inc., +1-905-731-1254 x 289






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