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In the framework of the “Anti Tigerkidnapping Program”, the AWDC Security Office would like to invite you to the following monthly security training session, taking place on Thursday, 24 July at 11am, in the AWDC Boardroom. This training session is meant for all those active in the Antwerp diamond sector.
A large number of electronic security measures are installed at the buildings and offices located within the Antwerp Diamond Square Mile: access control systems, intrusion detection systems, video surveillance systems (CCTV), fire detection systems, etc. Ensuring a professional concept, guaranteeing the correct installation by a registered alarm installing company, applying an in-depth knowledge and proper use of these systems, as well as recurrent maintenance and interventions in case of problems, provide you with a high level of security and decrease the frequency and impact of so-called ‘false alarms’.
The objective of this article is to provide the reader with a clear and simple formula to decide whether it is sensible to invest in security measures to decrease or prevent risks from occurring, or not!
The mission of the AWDC SO is to enable, support and facilitate the Secure Antwerp Diamond Area (S-ADA) business, and to safeguard the S-ADA’s personnel, products, reputation, information and assets against all internal, external, deliberate or accidental threats.
Every day all sorts of cyber criminality or cyber misbehavior pop up around the globe. Many simply ignore it or hide it, for some it is a source of great concern. Several serious cyber security incidents have occurred lately in Belgium. It has become increasingly clear that perpetrators are ready to invest heavily in gathering valuable information and steal money. Neither ignorance, negligence nor panic are appropriate when it comes to facing the phenomenon of cybercrime.
In light of the first anniversary of AD JOBS, we cordially invite you to come visit our tent in front of the AWDC building on 5 June, between 11am and 3pm.
The Antwerp diamond sector condemns the attack in the Jewish Museum of Brussels, which took place last Saturday and expresses condolences to the victims and their families.
Today the AWDC had the honor to welcome the Kimberley Process Chair, His Excellency Wei Chuanzhong, Vice-Chair Bernardo Campos and the Mr. Edward Asscher, President of the World Diamond Council for the purpose of renewing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the Kimberley Process Administrative Support Mechanism (ASM).
