EMC named official security information provider of WEG

May 2010

EMC Corp., a developer of information infrastructure technology and solutions, will be the official security information provider of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. As a Games sponsor, EMC will provide the hardware, software, cameras and support services and staff to enhance security measures. Support services include camera design and placement, as well as a staffed temporary control center on the grounds of the Kentucky Horse Park, where the Games will be held Sept. 25-Oct. 10, 2010.

The Horse Park will have the option to buy the equipment after the Games are over. Overall security plans for the Games and Central Kentucky are being overseen by the Kentucky State Police.

 Jamie Link, World Games 2010 Foundation CEO, said, “The contribution EMC is making towards the 2010 Games will not only make the Games safe and successful for all visitors, but also has potential to enhance the Kentucky Horse Park as a world-class facility.”

 Kevin Tyo, Principal of ESCO Security Consulting, the primary security consultant of the World Equestrian Games, said, “As a full service security system company that supports a number of high-profile sporting events, we look to those vendors who help us provide the highest surveillance functionality.  With the World Equestrian Games, we are excited to work with EMC in driving the technology portion of our multi-zone visual monitoring system.  The combination of EMC and its best-of-breed partners gives us the highest quality physical security solution available in the market for this global sporting event.”

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