Security savvy

摘要

"Al Qaeda have not declared war on the US," says Mark McGlade, Savi Technology's managing director Europe, Middle East and Africa. "They have declared war on western civilisation and our way of life." Vulnerable to terrorist abuse in an uncertain environment post September 11, where the threat is random and often opportunistic, the chemical transport industry is under pressure to tighten up its security measures. Until recently, regulations served to promote safety and to lessen the potential environmental impact of chemical transport accidents and incidents. Now, even an individual drum filled with dangerous goods presents a possible vehicle for an attack by international terrorists and legislation is being developed to ensure that this is made as difficult as possible.