G4S Technology Selected To Design, Build And Maintain Upgraded Security Systems For Amtrak, The Busiest Railroad In North America

Omaha, Neb. (Vocus/PRWEB) March 23, 2011

G4S Technology LLC (formerly Adesta) a systems integrator and project management company for communication networks and electronic security systems, has entered into multiple contracts with Jacobs Engineering to design, build and maintain electronic security systems for Amtrak: America?s leading intercity passenger rail operator.

The projects totalling $ 25.5M will take place in select locations and are scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2011. With an average of over 78,000 passengers riding over 300 trains per day nationwide, Amtrak terminals are constantly congested with commuters. G4S Technology has maintained an aggressive deployment schedule working around the busiest track times, while adhering to strict safety regulations.

?G4S Technology is honored to be a part of upgrading security for Amtrak, a company with an impressive footprint and reputation.? said Bob Sommerfeld, President of G4S Technology. ?Our proven experience maintaining vigorous deployment schedules without affecting commuter flow and operations, along with our dedication to safety and security helps Amtrak operate normally during implementation; securing their passengers today while leaving room for future technology growth.?

About G4S Technology

G4S Technology (formerly Adesta) brings innovative, flexible and cost-efficient thinking to the design, construction and maintenance of stand-alone or integrated communication networks and security systems. For nearly two decades, G4S Technology has offered commercial, industrial and governmental clients an efficient single point of contact for all their project issues. A trusted partner to customers and suppliers around the world, G4S Technology takes great pride in delivering outstanding technology, superior control and a great return on investment.

G4S Technology has deployed over two million fiber miles in more than 200 rural and metropolitan areas and completed over 1,500 electronic security systems projects in the United States, Europe, Asia, Central America and the Middle East.

Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, G4S Technology is managed by executives from the telecommunications, construction and security industries. The company is a leader in providing innovative, turnkey solutions for advanced communication and security systems.

http://www.g4stechnology.com

About G4S

G4S is the world’s leading security solutions group, which specializes in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.

G4S is the largest employer quoted on the London Stock Exchange and has an additional stock exchange listing in Copenhagen.

G4S has operations in more than 120 countries and more than 625,000 employees. For more information on G4S, visit http://www.g4s.com


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