When human surveillance is not enough
The ports of Rotterdam and Scheveningen are stepping up their efforts to combat criminal activities with an advanced Dutch-developed surveillance system: SEAGULL Surveillance.
The challenge of human surveillance
Monitoring large ports like Rotterdam and Scheveningen is no easy task. With thousands of ships passing through every day, human security teams alone can’t catch every anomaly.
No matter how well-trained security professionals are, it’s impossible for them to monitor every camera, around the clock, seven days a week. Traditional surveillance methods often result in missed activities, posing potential risks to port safety.
The goal of surveillance in ports isn’t to review every second of footage but to catch suspicious behaviour in real time.
AI-assisted, human-led
This is where automation steps in to assist human eyes, and SEAGULL Surveillance plays a crucial role in this process.
SEAGULL Surveillance provides an intelligent solution for real-time monitoring within designated geo-fenced areas. Their advanced algorithms detect and classify vessels, automatically registering them in a detailed logbook. Users can set alerts based on these detections, ensuring timely notifications for any unusual activities, allowing for prompt follow-up actions.
The system continuously scans video feeds from all available cameras, detecting all deviations in port traffic.
The brilliance of SEAGULL Surveillance lies in its ability to sift through enormous amounts of data and notify human operators only when something seems off.
In essence, SEAGULL Surveillance offers a solution that brings together technology and human expertise, ensuring that the ports of Rotterdam and Scheveningen are not only safer but also more efficient in managing their security operations.
Curious to learn more about how SEAGULL is transforming port security? Read more about it here.
Article by Narjiss Ghajour, Global Event & Marketing Manager at MARPRO Group.