Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent handler – is beefing up site security at its SuperTerminal 1 facility by introducing robot patrols.
The first security robot is about to enter service, initially patrolling car- and truck parking areas, and export goods handling areas, mainly during peak nighttime. However, the robot will also be deployed during daylight hours as required.
In addition to stepping up anti-theft measures and reinforcing awareness of Hactl’s rigid security programme, the new security robots will also monitor the condition of cargo throughout the company’s giant site. They will record any damage incidents to provide video evidence during claims investigations.
The robot features a thermal imaging camera, a high-resolution camera with a wiper for outdoor use, a LiDar technology sensor for navigation and multiple ultrasonic sensors for collision avoidance. It can operate on any paved surface.
Says Wilson Kwong, Chief Executive of Hactl: “The security robots will complement our existing CCTV system, providing footage from more angles to assist in security and cargo claims evaluation. Their presence will also convey that Hactl maintains thorough observation of all its operational areas around the clock.
“By reducing reliance on human patrols, we are freeing up valuable night shift security staff resources to focus on making our security regime even more proactive, flexible and responsive to any incidents. This is a significant step forward in strengthening our overall security programme.”
This is the third area of Hactl’s business which has seen the introduction of robotics. During the pandemic, Hactl introduced sanitisation robots to help reduce the risk of infection among its workforce. More recently, it launched a robotic Automated Parts Store to dispense urgent spare parts needed around the clock to maintain its massive automated handling systems.
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