PREAMBLE

Syl Juxon-Smith started TransAfrica dealing in communications, information, technology in Sierra Leone in 1987, becoming a full line distributor for  all MOTOROLA Products and services, including other products in PABX Systems with AT&T Barphone of France, SOLAREX of Germany including software and servicing, with technical support personnel from Israel, as well as strategic Partnership with Mr Samy Doppelt of Diamant S. Langer, Antwerp, Belgium to whom I owe all my achievements and to God be all the Glory. Due to the escalation of the war all our activities and operations were severely disrupted and sabotaged. I had to leave to preserve my life, then proceeded to the UK furthering my education and experiences in IT and security. I decided to continue my avocation because of my love and passion for communications and technology choosing Ghana. In the year 2000, I opened TransAfrica2000(GH)Ltd, promoting the concept of integrated solution with digital technology in security. I have given seminars, workshops and advice to other regional governments, industries, companies both the private and public sectors. Delivered a paper at the luncheon meeting of the West Africa Business Association (WABA) in February 2003 on TECHNOLOGY IN SECURITY. In association with Three Lions Security Ltd of London, were involved in sensitising governmental institutions including the KOTOKA AIRPORT and TEMA HARBOUR authorities in opting for an integrated solution for their security needs, which was adopted into a tender bid proposal in which both companies did participated. It is our intention to assist the government, commerce and industry of Ghana and Africa with the development of a security industry that will serve to support and protect nations assets as a joint enterprise, where everyone benefits and there are no losers (except the rogue and criminals of course). The security of a nations assets, however invested, are paramount.  The protection of the people responsible for those assets is an imperative. 

Ghana is emerging as the leader of the African continent.

The Ghanaian government is coming to terms with his Golden Age of Business Philosophy and the realities of  “globalisation,” NEPAD and AGOA Visions, the results of which will provide the firmest possible foundation for its people to prosper in the coming years and for the rest of this century. The government has stated publicly its intent and its objectives for a new ethos. There are no easy options. There can be no free rides. Security is a concept that impinges on the lives of every citizen at every level. Be they crop farmers protecting the welfare of their stock and produce or government ministers with the heady responsibility of their constituents and the well being of the nation on their shoulders – they all have something to protect – on behalf of the people for whom they are responsible.  Family, friends, constituents, shareholders, the citizen at large; all are part of that integral institution from which none can be isolated or divorced. The society and culture that inspires their daily lives. 

For Africa in general and Ghana in particular to fully realise its true and real potential the bitter nettle has to grasped and grasped very firmly.  (It is said that the tighter a nettle is gripped the less it hurts?).  The more prosperous the nation of Ghana becomes so it will attract the less honest and scrupulous members of its society to act against it. But perhaps more critical will be the temptation to international criminals and crime syndicates. The risks to criminals may increase but then so will the potential rewards. What is the possible scenario whilst a negative attitude is adopted? What is the consequence of the zero option? Burglary, theft and armed robberies will continue to increase. What additional opportunities will be afforded to international terrorists to set up operational bases or cells? Fraudsters will become more and more confident. Crime never goes away. The countering of crime in the world today needs constant vigilance.  Recent history bares its own witness. 

September 11^th and all the ramifications of that appalling incident.  The diamond robbery in Belgium (August 2001) One of the consequences begin the withdrawal of international indemnities by insurance groups.  Heathrow (February 2001). $6 million dollars is stolen from British Airways.

London (February 2001).  $2 million worth of mobile phones stolen from warehouse. Thefts of fine art and items of significant national importance are legendry. The fear factor is ever present. It is insidious. It undermines confidence. It impinges on self-esteem. It undermines morale. It promotes inefficiency.  It erodes the need for acceptance of personal responsibility. It costs money. It is the single most debilitating factor of the human soul.

The elimination of the fear factor is the lock, which the key imperative operates. A properly structured security operated by people with the right attitudes, a strong code of ethics and highly trained personnel will bring enormous benefits to the Ghanaian Institutions and the nation at large. It will promote investment –companies can operate with confidence.  It will promote a sense of well begin – the people will secure in the knowledge that there is an assured response if they are the subject of a criminal act against themselves or their property.  It will deter acts of theft, robbery and violence.  It will promote tourism and attract all the benefits that brings by raising the international standing of Ghana and bringing valuable foreign currency.  It will enable the greater promotion of business and cultural exchanges with other nations around the world. Our venture is an industry supervised by expatriate’s consultants, operated and maintained by trained Ghanaians for the Ghanaian people. Strategic liaison at the outset has been built on mutual trust with a clear understanding of roles and a clear definition of objectives. New operators, such as the joint venture between TransAfrica2000(GH) Ltd and Three Lions Security Ltd have as a prime directive the requirement to adopt the Ghanaian culture and become part of the nations tapestry.  Equally the Ghanaian people and their attitude to the protection of their assets may need to change?  This will be no easy matter for either party.  It is said that only changed people can change things. It is attitudes that determine actions. A beginning must be made and it must be made now.

Strategic Partnership in a Joint Venture

TransAfrica2000 reason for choosing Three Lions Security UK Ltd is because of their experiences, continuous and steady growth to the point where they are now in a position to embark on the next phase of their development plan. This phase was international. The world has shrunk. The opportunities in new and developing market places, however, are enormous.  Coming to Africa was their biggest ambition. It was TransAfrica2000 philosophy to make a difference.  The objective is not just to seek out partnership and take advantage of these opportunities but also to add something real and positive to those market places that are ready for technology and security.  We see our business as a real partnership, one where all the respective parties benefit.

Three Lions Security’s knowledge and experience covers major contract management procedures, building design and construction methods and techniques, marketing and sales training, computer hardware and software design along with IT and communications, plus of course, the entire gamut of security systems and procedures.

Three Lions Security is a medium sized profitable company that has the facility to call upon the resources of a vast range of specialist expertise as and when the need arises.  There is a company in its group that specialises in all things to do with telecommunications.  There is a company in its group that undertakes building contract works. The scope of Three Lions Security’s operation is really quite broad.  They can accomplish most things.  The success of their business has been built on their ability to collate all the right and necessary resources to correctly design, manage and complete a project.  We firmly believe that it is the careful identification of the client’s real needs, coupled to the employment of expertise that precisely matches the operational criteria – but more importantly it is the efficient management of the resources – that ensures real success. 

What is the essence of TransAfrica2000/Three Lions Security’s philosophy?

      ·    Build long-term strategic partnerships with our clients.

·        Develop common sense, cost effective, technical solutions.

·        Apply best practices at all levels of operation.

·        Operate an open book, full disclosure policy.

·        Develop & train local workforce to be self-sufficient.

·        Introduce innovative solutions in line with local conditions & constraints.

This is why TransAfrica2000 chooses Three Lions Security as its Strategic Partner for an HOME GROWN SOLUTION for Africa’s Technology and Security Needs.

THE WAY AHEAD

Ghana is emerging as the vanguard of the Africa conscience.

Ghana has openly stated its intent to develop itself as the mark by which all others must judge themselves.  Its pendent is now nailed very firmly to the mast for all to see. The challenges Africa faces cannot be underestimated. The resourcefulness of its people will be severely tested.  The opportunities for the African people to enjoy a new wave of prosperity, peace and harmony have never been more real than they are now.  The only way in which TransAfrica2000/Three Lions Security Ltd is going to be able to take full advantage of this new era of opportunity is by developing and building a business that takes full account of the needs, wishes and desires of both the Ghanaian people and Africa in general. The development of a joint strategy is imperative.

Security is an absolute priority. The protection of the country’s assets is paramount.

Protection of Peoples Homes.

Protection of the work place, be it Shop, Office, Factory or Bank.

      ·        Protection of Manufacturing and processing Plants.

·        Protection of Public Utilities.

·        Protection of Water Supplies and Pumping Stations.

·        Protection of Power Generating Plants.

·        Protection of City Centres, Buildings and Neighbourhood.

·        Transport: Airports; Docks; Storage & Shipping Depots;

·        Highways; Border Control Points; Customs Control.

The proper protection of all of these could be one of the essential keys in encouraging future investment and creating the correct “mind-set” for future success.  

WHAT CAN TransAfrica2000(GH)Ltd in strategic partnership with

THREE LIONS SECURITY UK LTD do for you?

 WE CAN DESIGN, SUPPLY, INSTALL, COMMISSION, SERVICE AND MAINTAIN

     

·        Biometrics (Facial/Finger/Iris)

·        Access Control Systems

·        Door Entry Systems (Video & Speech

·        Intruder Alarm systems

·        Fire Detection Systems

·        Total Integration Systems Solutions

·        Public Address Systems (including Autovac Messaging)

·        Central Station Monitoring facility & Systems

·        Microwave & Wideband Transmission & Hub (Incorporating video conferencing)

·        Internet Service Providers from our own Data Centre Access on ADSL / Dial-up & Leased Circuit.

·        E-Mail & Web Hosting / Domain Registration

·        Lans / Wans / VPN’s

·        Hosting & Matrix

·        PC & Server Design & Build

·        Customising (Some R&D)

     Bomb Detection Equipment

·    Arrange Discreet Surveillance

·    Arrange De-Bugging Service

     Building Services & Civils (Separate Division)

Total Project Turnkey Service:

   Finance, Design, Construction and Operate. 

TRAINING AND MANPOWER SUPPORT

HOME GROWN SOLUTION

In furtherance to observations from our market research, potential clients and users would prefer trained personnel manned their infrastructure. Giving credence to the customer’s points well taken and very salient, we have designed a concept of bringing onboard local enthusiast and security personnel who we are now training in:

 DIGITAL CCTV OPERATIONS, DATA STORAGE AND MANAGEMENT, ACCESS CONTROL OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE, ALARM SYSTEM INSTALLATION, PROGRAMMING AND OPERATING, NETWORKING AND REMOTE SURVEILLANCE AND OBSERVATION, TWO WAY RADIO MPT1327 CONCEPT. 

These successful individuals will be assigned to our clients on request to supervise, facilitate efficient use and maintenance of their investments, which will in turn develop an in house solution, knowledge and experience with individuals chosen by clients on knowledgeable criteria and merits to handle systems and infrastructure.

In our conclusion, it is imperative and very necessary to have ethical and trained people to manage your technology investments and security, or your intentions would have gone in vain and down the drain. The staff you choose are as good as the system you will put in place. 

We in TransAfrica2000/Three Lions Security always advice our clients well and sincerely ensuring that THE ABC of SECURITY is understood and adopted.

CCTV SYSTEM, ACCESS CONTROL, INTRUDER ALARMS SYSTEMS. 

How do they operate? 

Who should install your system?

 How much should you pay? 

What about IP?

 What about digital? 

What about the Law? 

Whether you are new to security or getting “up to speed” with emerging issues and trend you will find the answers with us…

COMPANIES WITH WHOM THREE LIONS SECURITY IS ASSOCIATED

Gross fine Property Management

(Whitehall)

Homebase

Hilton Hotel

Dorchester Hotel

Debenhams Department Store

Fortnum & Mason

Clubhaus Leisure Group

Otis pic

Norwich Union

Gleeson Group pic

Hampton Court

British Bakeries Group

A.Q.A. (Nat. Exam. Centre: University of Guildford)

Lonza Biologics (Research & Test Centre)

Conco (Jet) Garages

Schools & Hospitals

National Society of Epilepsy (H.Q.)

Principal Contractor to Blick U.K.

Peabody Trust

Various local authorities;

e.g.  Tower Hamlets

Westminster Council

Romford & Havering

Hackney

Guide Dogs for the Blind Association H.Q.

Royal School of Ballet

Royal Bank of Scotland

31 Group

Hospitals & N.H.S. Trusts

Sainsbury’s

Somerfields H.M. Prisons

B&Q

Three Lions Security UK Ltd has been involved with a number of Governmental projects.  Consequently a number of our engineers have the necessary and relevant security clearances.  In addition, Three Lions Ltd has considerable experience of working on Grade 1 and Grade 2 listed Buildings.

TransAfrica2000 is very proud to be associated with names like:

Esse-ti Communications, Telecor Communications Systems, MOTOROLA

Fylde Micro Systems, Connectel, Norbain-Vista, Senao Communications, 365Host and others that we share common and strategic interests.

PROJECTS UNDERTAKEN AND TENDER PARTICIPATION

We are very proud to have participated in these very high profile and experienced bids in Ghana.

The following are the ones in which we submitted a complete turnkey project bid:

1. KOTOKA AIRPORT PHASE 11 PROJECT - BID

2. TEMA HARBOUR INTEGRATED SECURITY SYSTEM - BID

3. SSNIT ACCESS CONTROL AND CCTV SOLUTION - BID

4. GHANA TELECOM SUPPLY OF TELEPHONES

5. ECO BANK CCTV SECURITY SYSTEMS

We continue to make a difference in Technology in Security.

We are also offering project advice to other Sub-Saharan African countries with similar needs.