Sustainable security design focuses on harmonising robust security with architectural and environmental elements
Top trends for the evolution of security design in the UAE include increased integration with Smart City initiatives, green security technologies and data-driven security
The Security Leaders’ Summit take place from 14-16 January 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre
Sustainable security design is becoming an integral aspect of urban planning in the UAE. The ability to combine advanced technology, environmental stewardship, and aesthetic harmony to meet the country’s ambitious urban expansion and sustainability goals will be a key focus for delegates at the Security Leader’s Summit at Intersec 2025 which will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 14-16 January.
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The Security Leaders Summit is a platform for global experts to exchange ideas, share innovations, and shape the future of security. This two-day summit features world-class speakers and sessions, driving bold strategies and redefining security norms for a safer world.
Speaking ahead of the summit, Simon Whitehouse, Director of Security Consultancy at SGW – Powered by AESG, said, “Sustainable security design goes beyond asset protection. It integrates security measures with the architectural and environmental elements of a project, creating spaces that are secure yet aligned with sustainability objectives.”
The UAE, guided by standards such as the Security Industry Regulations Agency (SIRA) and MCC regulations, has been a leader in implementing functional and visually unobtrusive security solutions. These include energy-efficient technologies, like IP cameras with Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) and smart energy systems, which reduce the environmental footprint while maintaining optimal security.
“A notable case is the integration of smart security systems in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi. Here, sustainability is at the core of urban design, where the security systems are designed to blend seamlessly into the environment without compromising on efficiency. The use of solar-powered CCTV cameras and smart access control systems contributes to both security and the overall sustainability goals of the development,” Whitehouse added.
Another critical topic to be explored at the summit is the evolving nature of global security threats. As the Strategic Intelligence Partner for Intersec 2025, Kearney will provide invaluable insights through a keynote session titled The Evolution of Security Threats. Delivered by Rudolph Lohmeyer, Senior Partner at Kearney, the session will examine the history and future of security challenges.
Grant Tuchten, Portfolio Director at Intersec organiser Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said, “Our goal with the Security Leaders’ Summit at Intersec 2025 is to foster meaningful discussions that redefine industry standards and inspire new strategies. By bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and experts, we are creating a dynamic platform for collaboration and showcasing the latest solutions shaping the future of sustainable urban security.”
Running alongside the conferences, the Commercial & Perimeter Security section at Intersec 2025 will highlight transformative technologies that enhance safety and protection for businesses and properties, including Johnson Controls and PwC showcasing AI innovations for smart cities, Dell and Intel driving advancements in green security technologies, and Bosch and Hikvision leading in data-driven security solutions.
This sector will also feature cutting-edge IP-based surveillance systems from Avigilon and Uniview, Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) cameras from Hanwha Vision and Axis, and smart access control systems by HID, Salto, and Honeywell.
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the 26th edition of Intersec will host 1,200 exhibitors from more than 60 nations and expects more than 42,000 trade visitors from around the world.
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About Intersec
Intersec in its 26th edition is the world-leading business event for the global safety and security industry value chain. The event brings together suppliers, thought-leaders, innovators, manufacturers and buyers face to face to discuss leading-edge technology, see the very latest products and solutions across a wide range of industries and business sectors, and conduct business. The upcoming edition takes place from the 14-16 January 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and is staged under the theme The world’s number one event mapping the future in safety, security and fire protection.
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About Messe Frankfurt
The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,300 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2023 were more than € 609 million. We serve our customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services.
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With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent).
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About Messe Frankfurt Middle East
Messe Frankfurt Middle East’s portfolio of exhibitions includes: Intersec, Intersec Saudi Arabia, Automechanika Dubai, Automechanika Riyadh, Beautyworld Middle East, Beautyworld Saudi Arabia, Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East, Logimotion, Light + Intelligent Building Middle East and Paperworld Middle East. In the 2023/24 event season, Messe Frankfurt Middle East exhibitions combined featured 6,324 exhibitors from over 60 countries and attracted 224,106 visitors from 156 countries.