Insights from the VA Workshop: Advanced Security Solutions for Tourism Industry.
The Vulnerability Assessment Workshop (VA Workshop) under the Hector-Project took place in Thessaloniki from April 23rd to 25th.
Here’s what you need to know:
The Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission revealed advanced technological solutions for soft targets protection.
Protective Security Advisors (PSAs) led a Vulnerability Assessment Mission on a European emblematic site.
⚠️ High-Risk Security Network (HRSN) outlined its broader mission, fostering a collaborative soft targets security framework within the Hector-Project context with the EU MS.
️ 2/10 Hector-Project Vulnerability Assessments completed (Holocaust Museum and Thessaloniki Port). The countdown for the rest!
The TTX in Security By Design concept explored physical solutions
for tourist operators through scenario-based case studies.
Critical Incidents Observatory presented the progress of the Global Terrorist Attacks Database and formed a threat registry for the project’s next steps.
Moreover, the (VA Workshop) was a platform where the Hector-Project and its partners focused on collaborative approaches to safeguard soft targets. Representatives from SPIRIT EU, PRoSPeReS, and HOTHREAT – Tailored CBRNe protection measures for hotels and conference centers. also participated, presenting their project scopes and contexts. These collaborations underscored the importance of a united approach to enhance security in European soft targets, making the audience feel part of a larger security community.
These efforts highlight the significance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in identifying and mitigating security risks in popular tourist destinations.
This collaborative workshop included experts from a diverse consortium of partners, including the Hellenic Police, University of West Attica, Center for Security Studies (KEMEA), Athens International Airport, Hertz Autohellas, Police nationale, FEG – European Federation of Tourist Guide Associations , JEWISH COMMUNITY OF THESSALONIKI,Louis Hotels Royal Apollonia, Union of Bulgarian Black Sea Local Authorities,ThPA S.A. – Port of Thessaloniki , Cyprus Police, Nicosia Cyprus, Polish Police (KPG), Athens Development and Destination Management Agency , Major Development Agency Thessaloniki S.A. , Brink’s Hellas S.A., Limassol Marina,
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