TD signs contract for closed circuit television system in Hong Kong

The Transport Department (TD) today (January 15) signed a contract for the installation of a closed circuit television (CCTV) system in Hong Kong with Thorn Security (Hong Kong) Limited.

     "The contract (No. TD 142/2007) includes the installation of a digital CCTV system in Hong Kong and maintenance services of the system for a period of five years," a spokesman for the department said.

     "The works include design, supply and implementation of a digital CCTV system comprising a central computer system, about 425 cameras, and associated equipment as well as civil works.

     "The works commenced in January 2008 and are targeted for commissioning in August 2010," the spokesman added.  

     The TD has appointed Ove Arup and Partners Hong Kong Limited to complete the design and to supervise the construction works.

Ends/Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Issued at HKT 10:45