Few construction projects capture public attention quite like the building of a new football stadium, especially when it belongs to a Premier League giant like Everton Football Club. As anticipation grew around the club’s move to its new Bramley Moore Dock home, behind the scenes, the challenge of securing such a high profile, high value construction site required careful planning, state of the art technology, and a team of experienced professionals.
Enter SmartWatch Solutions Ltd, trusted by Laing O’Rourke, the principal contractor, to deliver a robust and reliable security solution during the construction phase.
The Security Challenge: Protecting More Than Just a Site
Large scale construction projects are complex by nature, but when you’re building a landmark stadium, the stakes are even higher. With significant media interest, valuable equipment on site, and hundreds of workers present daily, the potential for security breaches from trespassing and theft to vandalism was ever present.
Laing O’Rourke recognised that only a proactive, technology driven, and expertly managed security operation would suffice.
The SmartWatch Solution: Technology + People
At SmartWatch, we understand that effective security is never one size fits all. For a site of this scale and visibility, we implemented a hybrid approach that combined the best in surveillance technology with a human touch.
We deployed advanced thermal imaging cameras across key areas of the site. These cameras provided round the clock visibility crucially important for early threat detection regardless of lighting or weather conditions. Thermal imaging is especially effective in detecting movement over large areas and is less susceptible to false alarms triggered by shadows or small animals.
The Outcome: A Secure, Smooth-Running Operation
By integrating smart surveillance technology, we were able to offer comprehensive site security that scaled with the project. Our systems operated seamlessly with site operations, ensuring that the construction team could focus on delivering the build without disruptions or delays due to security issues.
In fact, the project saw no major security incidents, a testament to the vigilance of our team and the reliability of our systems.
More Than a Stadium
We’re proud to have played a role in the construction of Everton’s new home. But beyond the bricks and mortar, this project represents a new chapter for the club, and we were honoured to help protect it from the ground up.
“We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the entire team at Laing O’Rourke and SmartWatch Solutions Ltd for their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Together, we have built more than a stadium we have built a legacy of success and innovation.”
– Operations Director, Laing O’Rourke
Why Choose SmartWatch?
Whether you’re managing a major infrastructure project or a remote construction site, SmartWatch Solutions has the expertise, technology, and personnel to protect what matters most. From thermal CCTV towers to 24/7 remote monitoring and manned guarding, we deliver security that scales with your needs.
📞 Interested in protecting your next project?
Contact our team at info@SmartWatchsolutions.co.uk or 03445760221 today to learn how we can help.
