Security & Counter Terror Expo 2019: The Next Decade

SECURITY & COUNTER TERROR EXPO 2019: THE NEXT DECADE

Security & Counter Terror Expo is a renowned showcase of the capabilities, strategies and intelligence to keep nations, infrastructure, business and people safe

After celebrating its ten-year anniversary, Security & Counter Terror Expo (SCTX) is launching a brand new decade with its 2019 edition. The goal of the 2019 campaign is to see a more joined-up approach in connecting the government, wider public sector and security individuals with the aim of preventing terrorist attacks. This vision informs a key theme of this year’s event, which is improving the communication channels from central government to local communities.

Working in close partnership with NPCC and CTP, SCTX will continue to establish itself as the leading business and networking platform for security professionals. More than ever before, the event will be centred on fostering community within the security sector and building valuable relationships with various government agencies, national operators and local authorities, all of whom work in tandem to execute the CONTEST Strategy.

SCTX 2019 will bring together 350 leading suppliers and over 10,000 senior security professionals from 100 countries representing a comprehensive range of sectors. These include government, private sector, critical national infrastructure, defence, military, law enforcement, transport security, border security, security services, crowded places/ major events, and emergency services.

The event will provide plenty of networking opportunities for likeminded industry professionals to discuss security issues, gain valuable insights and forge new relationships.

SCTX 2019’s education programme is specifically built to engage senior security professionals in topical discussions such as CNI protection, transport security and securing crowded places. In particular, the internationallyrenowned World Counter Terror Congress brings together global experts to share national updates on counter-terror strategy, operations and policy, examining the key areas of prevention, pursuit and protection from international terror threats.

To get hands-on with the products serving the market, the Demo Zone offers an interactive showcase of innovative technologies in operation.

The purpose of the Demo Zone is to showcase premium solutions from industry leaders in all main security verticals. It creates an integrated experience which enables visitors to see innovative technologies and techniques in operation, from policing and specialist ops as well as defence security.

NEW FEATURES AT SCTX 2019

The national security landscape has evolved immeasurably over the past decade, with domestic attacks becoming more prolific than ever before and threat levels rarely changing from ‘severe’. SCTX 2019 will feature four strategic conferences to reflect the latest developments within the security and counter terror landscape.

The Armed Response & Intervention Conference will cover tactics for armed response units and the countering of improvised threats.

Both in Europe and further afield, the risk of a Paris-style attack remains a real threat. In such situations armed intervention forces provide the only barrier standing between perpetrators and a catastrophic loss of human life.

As nations seek to advance their resilience and ability to respond to the global terrorist threat, security of external borders and internal transport networks is paramount

The Armed Response and Intervention Conference offers a dedicated platform for the discussion of operator-focused training, tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs).

Simon Chesterman from the National Police Chief’s Council will take the first presentation, talking about armed police capability development and the future of armed policing in the UK.

Director of Israeli Tactical School Tomer Israeli meanwhile will discuss approaches to training armed intervention units for operations in complex urban environments.

PROTECTING PUBLIC PLACES

The Crowded Places Conference will look at mitigating terrorist threats to accessible public spaces.

‘Soft targets’ and crowded places such as stadiums, shopping centres, airports, stations and major events will continue to be a target for terrorist activity. These are places that are easily accessible and often have minimal security.

Senior security professionals, owners and operators from over 100 countries will gather at the Crowded Places Conference to benchmark strategies, discuss best practices and explore the latest technology for protecting people in the best possible ways.

Ken Scott, head of inspectorate at the Sports Ground Safety Authority will talk about keeping people safe at major events in today’s world.

Ken will outline the key changes included in the recently published 6th edition of the Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds and will focus on the need to understand the environment outside of venues.

A representative from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) will deliver a presentation on cyber risk management for major events, with practical advice for non-technical event managers on how to integrate cyber security into event planning and delivery, making discussions about cyber security more meaningful and beneficial.

David McIlhatton and John Cuddihy from the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations will give an analysis of the current considerations, barriers, and incentives for protective security of crowded places.

They will provide an understanding of how counter terrorism is considered in the development of crowded places, critical infrastructure and large real estate developments, and identify the barriers to implementing counter terrorism measures.

TRANSPORT & BORDERS

The Transport & Border Security Conference will examine the threat of terrorism to transport networks.

As nations seek to advance their resilience and ability to respond to the global terrorist threat, security of external borders and internal transport networks is paramount. With the support of British Transport Police and Civil Aviation Authority the Transport & Border Security Conference will deliberate best practice for the defeat of this highly mobile and truly international threat.

Adrian Hanstock, deputy chief constable at the British Transport Police will examine how to protect people travelling across the railway network each year.

Adrian will talk about the context of violence and counter terrorism in a railway environment, what to do to prevent it, what technology is being used and how to support prevention and prepare.

The global security community needs to continually stay one step ahead of the threat from violent extremists groups, combining the latest technology with constantly evolving operational strategies and policy

CRITICAL NATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE

The CNI Security Conference will focus on developing resilient critical infrastructure in a networked world.

The UK’s national infrastructure and associated assets, as well as a broader range of UK businesses and organisations, currently face threats from international and domestic terrorism, espionage and increasingly hostile foreign activity.

The CNI Security Conference will discuss new strategies and explore solutions to reduce the vulnerability of the national infrastructure to terrorism and other threats.

Steve Durbin, managing director of the Information Security Forum will take the first session, addressing the future cyber threat landscape.

Driven by demands for increased speed, automation and efficiency, organisations are about to face a period of significant technological upheaval. Digitisation promises much, and development of the next generation of technologies will bring significant benefits to business and society. To survive in the digital world, organisations will have to adapt.

To thrive, they will need to evolve. Exploiting digital interconnectivity, competing in the digital arena while understanding the implications of a digital cold war will all become business as usual challenges for industry over the coming months and years.

Dr Evangelos Ouzounis at ENISA will discuss ENISA’s role in enhancing the security of Europe’s critical information infrastructures.

Robert Hall, executive director from Resilience First will talk about developing critical business resilience in a connected world. The presentation will examine what makes us resilient in the new world disorder and whether it remains necessary that we look at what common aspects bind us in the common space. Such an examination isn’t just about the hard skills of policies, procedures and systems but also the soft skills of behaviours, culture and connectedness. The question is: can the two skill sets be aligned for critical business operations in the face of significant disrupters?

LEADING INDUSTRY EXPERTS

For 2019, SCTX is honoured to be supported by a board of advisers bringing with them a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Alistair Bunkall is one of the country’s leading broadcasters on foreign affairs, diplomacy and security. As defence correspondent for Sky News he has reported on global terror attacks and wars. Alistair will be involved with the programme of World Counter Terror Congress at SCTX 2019.

Richard Barrett is director of the Global Strategy Network, a group of policy makers and practitioners working to increase social cohesion and community resilience against violent extremism.

Mak Chishty has an extensive career with the police force, spanning across two decades. As the former Met Police commander, Mak has demonstrated a remarkable understanding of the crime and security landscape, including serious and organised crime, intelligence, surveillance, special branch, forensic science and countering violent extremism.

Scott Wilson was the UK National co-ordinator for protect and prepare at National Counter Terrorism HQ Scotland Yard. Until recently, Scott was a detective chief superintendent and a senior investigating officer with extensive working knowledge in homicide and counter terrorism investigations having led over 50 murder and counter terrorism enquiries.

Commander Robert James Broadhurst OBE, QPM was the 2012 Olympics Gold Commander for the Metropolitan Police Service. He was formerly commander for public order and pan-London operational support of London’s Metropolitan Police Service.

The world counter terror congress provides a high level platform for discussion of the current threat and approaches to safeguarding our nations from it

Terri Nicholson MSc served for 30 years in the Police service, performing senior leadership roles in Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime at Scotland Yard, the National Crime Squad and SOCA. Terri retired as assistant chief constable – deputy senior national coordinator for Counter Terrorism in the UK in June of this year. She is now vice president for international security at Viacom – the multinational media conglomerate.

Richard Walton, former head of the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command (SO15) (2011-2015), has many years’ experience delivering successful counter terrorism and counter extremism strategies within a ‘rule of law’ framework.

Richard was head of counter terrorism for London during the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and London Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012. Together, Alistair Bunkall, Richard Barrett, Mak Chisty, Scott Wilson, Commander Robert James Broadhurst, Terri Nicholson and Richard Walton and will contribute to guiding the conference content, providing commentary on pertinent topics and leading the discussions for 2019.

WORLD COUNTER TERROR CONGRESS

The threat from international terrorism has grown over the last few years. The devastating attacks have caused major loss of life, destruction of property and economic damage across the globe.

The global security community needs to continually stay one step ahead of the threat from violent extremist groups, combining the latest technology with constantly evolving operational strategies and policy. This starts with counter extremism – the prevention of marginalisation that creates a breeding ground for terrorism – and moves through intelligencegathering on potential attacks to discuss operations for shutting down imminent incidents.

As nations seek to advance their resilience and ability to combat the global terrorist threat, there is need for collaboration on shared challenges faced.

The World Counter Terror Congress provides a high level platform for discussion of the current threat and approaches to safeguarding our nations from it.

Aligned with the UK’s CONTEST strategy, the conference will cover a broad spectrum of priorities, including de-radicalisation and the prevention of individuals/groups from engaging in terrorist activity, protective security measures and the safeguarding of our societies as well as intelligence led operations and the pursuit of terrorist suspects.

WCTC will bring together over 300 internationally recognised security experts at a closed door, paid-for conference as they seek to find the strategic and operational approach to fight terrorism.

Russell Travers, deputy director at the National Counter- Terrorism Centre’s Office of the Director of National Intelligence, will take the first session after the chairman’s opening comments. He will discuss the changing nature of the terrorism threat and the challenges posed to the global counterterrorism community.

His presentation will examine the threat of homegrown violent extremists across the ideological spectrum as well as the solutions, such as increased information sharing, collective defense, and addressing underlying causes.

Michael McGarrity, assistant director of the counterterrorism division at the FBI, will discuss the methods of detecting, deterring, and disrupting terror threats to the United States. Major Cristina Andreu is head of counter-terrorism intelligence at the Intelligence Centre for Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime at the Ministry of Interior in Spain.

In her presentation, she will talk about the Barcelona 2017 terrorist attacks, comparing it with other European terrorist actions and sharing the lessons learned. Meanwhile, first commissioner Jean-Pierre Devos from the Federal Police Belgium, will share his experience of the Brussels National Airport attack.

Iain Donnelly from the National Data Analytics Solution (NDAS) Project at West Midlands Police HQ will talk about leveraging AI led tools to focus and enhance investigations for CT policing.

The City of London police’s Commander James Phipson will give a presentation on how it is important to engage volunteers and the public to counter terrorism.

Rasa Ostrauskaite from the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) will talk about a consolidated framework for the fight against terrorism, and Timothy Groh from the Terrorist Screening Centre at the FBI will discuss the possibilities and realities of watchlisting and biometrics.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Throughout 2018, the national security landscape has remained turbulent as terrorist attacks continued to afflict the UK and the rest of Europe. In this critical time, SCTX plays an important role in bringing together the entire security community to discuss challenges, benchmark strategies and explore the newest technologies to combat terrorism. SCTX 2019 will continue to be the leading platform for the government, wider public sector and security professionals to come together and make impactful decisions to ensure our homes, citizens and nations are safe.

FURTHER INFORMATION

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