Category: Maritime News

Last week, Halo Group Security made a significant impact at the Barcelona Superyacht Technology Show 2024, where the company introduced its latest high-tech security solutions designed to protect luxury yachts and superyachts. Held from March 20th to 22nd, the event provided an exclusive platform for leading maritime professionals and yacht owners to explore the newest innovations in superyacht technology. Halo Group seized the opportunity to showcase its advanced security systems to an elite audience.

As one of the most anticipated events in the superyacht industry, the Barcelona Superyacht Technology Show attracted over 50 of the world’s most luxurious superyachts, bringing together thousands of industry experts, yacht owners, and decision-makers. Halo Group stood out by presenting its cutting-edge surveillance systems, access control technologies, and cyber-security solutions, all designed to meet the sophisticated security demands of today’s superyacht market.

At the show, Halo Group introduced new offerings such as smart video surveillance, intrusion detection systems, and integrated remote monitoring platforms. These solutions provide yacht owners with seamless protection, ensuring their vessels are safeguarded from both physical and cyber threats, no matter where they are. The systems also feature real-time alerts, live monitoring, and an intuitive user interface, making it easier for yacht operators to stay on top of security.

“Participating in the Barcelona Superyacht Technology Show is a fantastic opportunity for Halo Group to connect with the global yachting community and showcase how our advanced security solutions can enhance both the safety and operational efficiency of luxury vessels,” said Alan Mccormick, CEO of Halo Group Security. “We are excited to present our latest innovations, which combine cutting-edge technology with the unique needs of the superyacht industry, providing owners with peace of mind on the water.”

Halo Group also held live demonstrations, allowing attendees to interact with their security systems in real-time and gain a deeper understanding of how these solutions integrate seamlessly into superyacht operations.

As the Barcelona Superyacht Technology Show concluded, Halo Group Security reaffirmed its position as a leader in maritime security, offering the luxury yacht market the most advanced and reliable protection available.

HOES Halo Ocean Echo System is an IP hydrophone bringing the expertise and technology into the unique mega-yacht market. Halo has many years experience in underwater acoustics and sonar. Our sonars have been detecting and localising mammals on active vessels. Mammal detection hydrophones have been used in the defense/military industry on warships and submarines for decades to protect marine wildlife from exposure to sonar.

Beyond Mammal detection the HOES Halo Ocean Echo System has a number of potential applications such as:

Machine/engine health monitoring
– Depending on the vessel, the system identifies when components are faulty or are malfunctioning by sensing changes in frequencies and abnormal vibrations.
– Threat Detection.
– Mammal triangulation.
– Mammal species detection.

Ocean playback
– A record and play function saves the audio file as a commonly recognised format for listening back at a later date, or sending to guests & families.
– To immerse guests and passengers, the sound from the system can be played back through external speakers live, as they happen.

For a detailed product overview of the Halo Ocean Echo System and other advanced security solutions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team is ready to provide comprehensive information tailored to your specific needs and requirements.

An amalgamation of three industry leaders, each with a wealth of knowledge in their respective fields for over 30 years, to present a multi-level integrated security platform to their maritime clientele at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.

The three companies work together seamlessly, each covering one of the three key areas in maritime security – PHYSICAL, ELECTRONIC and CYBER. Branded 360 Maritime Security, the initiative is driven by Priavo Security, Halo Group Security and Infosec Partners, who will be holding confidential sessions for industry leaders, captains & manufacturers at this year’s show – bookings in advance.

Superyacht owners, guests and crew are increasingly subject to International terrorism, cyber-attack and piracy. Opportunistic attacks from organised gangs are a constant global threat in port and at sea, using a combination of threat vectors to confuse and disrupt the vessel. This requires protection services from physical, electronic and cyber disciplines which have historically been managed by different teams. For full risk mitigation, we provide a variety of security services for full physical and electronic deterrence whilst on board. These include armed maritime transits through High Risk Areas, executive protection, crew training, counter surveillance, TSCM and K9 units for detection of narcotics and explosives. All services and controls have a cyber element and 360 maritime security was designed to efficiently integrate services to ensure our clients are protected across all disciplines with a cost-effective solution.

PHYSICAL

Priavo is a leading Security and Risk Management company, providing realistic end to end risk mitigation strategies for a variety of clientele including governments, international agencies, corporates, UHNW and High- profile individuals. We specialise in Executive Protection, Intelligence Reporting, Maritime Operations and Journey Management. We have extensive maritime experience from time served within UK Special Forces Boat Service, Maritime Anti-Terrorist Units, Intelligence Services and the Royal Marine Commandos. All operations are intelligence led: thorough risk analysis and planning ensures a robust and innovative security solutions with comprehensive advice on every aspect of security. Our team has successfully delivered over 4,500 intelligence led armed transits to date, with extensive experience across anti-piracy operations and the protection of Superyachts and commercial vessels.

ELECTRONIC

The creative mind behind security architecture at Halo Group Security has helped to evaluate and advise clients for many years on some of the most advanced electronic systems not visible to the open world. Providing greater precision in identifying and assessing potential threats at a much earlier stage, protecting clients and their assets both above and below sea-level. Assisting with both navigation and security, tools include CCTV, access control, military spec 360 Thermal imaging radar and long-range cameras. Whilst UAV surveillance can establish hazards and safe routes above the surface, sonar tracks below. Each electronic system is carefully integrated into current on-board systems and managed from the bridge or central control room.

CYBER

Infosec Partners cybersecurity focuses on the protection, detection and response to all cybersecurity threats. Providing expert security incident response and cyber threat intelligence through 247 managed security services. Incorporating security threat assessment and the design of an integrated security fabric of controls for all onboard IT & OT systems along with breach simulation testing and formal certification of the vessel, crew and electronic systems, all delivered as an on demand service, including breach remediation and emergency response in the event of a serious incident.

360 Maritime Security offers advice on every aspect of Physical, Electronic and Cyber maritime security, carefully considering the unique safety and privacy requirements of each individual client.

For further information, to register your interest in a seminar or to speak to a member of the team, please call: +44 (0) 1252 915 315 or email: info@halogroupsecurity.com

With 27 vessels boarded, seven fired upon and four attempted attacks occurring in the first quarter of 2019 alone*, 360 Maritime Security was launched to provide an integrated approach to threat.

Superyacht owners, guests and crew are increasingly subject to international terrorism, cyber-attack and piracy.   ‘360 Maritime Security’ has gained maximum exposure to these evolving threats.   An amalgamation of three industry leaders, each with equal experience and expertise in their respective domains – physical, electronic and cyber security.

The success of ‘360 Maritime’ has been the ability to work together seamlessly for each individual client – in turn providing an integrated, tailor-made and cost-effective solution.  As a global leader, we provide realistic end-to-end risk mitigation strategies for a variety of clientele including governments, international agencies, corporates and high-profile individuals.

(*Int. Maritime Bureau)

For further information, to register your interest in a seminar or to speak to a member of the team, please call: +44 (0) 1252 915 315 or email: info@halogroupsecurity.com