Last checked at 7 Sep 2009 07:00
7th September 2009
Westminster Group Plc:
Exclusive Distribution - Body Scanning Equipment
for HM Prison Service etc
Westminster Group Plc ('Westminster' or 'the Group'), the AIM listed supplier of system solutions and products to the security, defence, fire protection and safety markets worldwide, announces that it has been appointed as the exclusive UK distributor of the B.O.S.S. (Body Orifice Security Scanner) chairs which are used in some of the toughest jails and prisons in America to detect unwanted metallic contraband objects hidden within the body cavities of detainees and inmates.
The units are already installed within a number of UK prisons and correctional facilities and are expected to be rolled out to other prisons and custody suites throughout the UK.
Westminster has been appointed as the exclusive distributor and supplier of the B.O.S.S. units in an agreement covering both supply and ongoing maintenance of all units within the UK.
Commenting on the contract award Peter Fowler, Chief Executive of Westminster Group, said:
"I am delighted we have secured exclusive distributorship of these advanced scanners which when installed in prisons and similar establishments will significantly enhance security.
"Westminster already supplies the HM Prison Service, the Ministry of Justice and various Police Forces with a range of security solutions and the B.O.S.S. scanner is an excellent addition to our range.
"With around 140 UK prisons and numerous custody suites within UK Police Stations there is significant potential for both sales and maintenance revenue relating to these units."
Enquiries:
Peter Fowler 01295 756 300
Chief Executive - Westminster Group Plc
Nicholas Mearing-Smith 01295 756 300
Finance Director - Westminster Group Plc
Charlie Cunningham/Clive Carver 020 7600 1658
FinnCap
Tom Cooper/Paul Vann 0117 920 0092
Winningtons Financial
Notes:
Westminster Group plc is a leader in the supply of system solutions and products to the security, defence, fire protection and safety markets worldwide.
Westminster's principal activity is the design, supply and ongoing support of advanced technology security solutions, risk assessments and close protection services. These can range from product only assignments, such as the supply of specialised scanners, to the design and implementation of an integrated system solution such as a border detection and surveillance system. The majority of its customer base, by value, comprises governments and government agencies, non governmental organisations and blue chip commercial organisations.