Acro Enhances Efforts for Development of the "Accipiter," the Novel Explosives Detector
CAESAREA, ISRAEL-- - December 29, 2009 - Following the news that President Obama has ordered an airline security review, as a result of the attempted terror attack aboard a Northwest Airlines flight, Acro Inc. (OTCBB: ACRI) has decided to enhance efforts for development of a new explosives detector.
"Accipiter" is based on advanced X-ray technology that allows for positive detection and identification of concealed explosives. "We estimate that a working prototype can become available for airport testing within 12 months if we'll succeed to recruit the finical resources," says Mr. Gadi Aner, Acro's CEO. "We believe that our 'Accipiter' will help to intercept terror attempts, by providing airport security with powerful and inexpensive tools for early detecting of concealed explosives."
About Acro
Acro, Inc. develops explosives detection technologies and manufactures relevant products. In addition to the explosives detectors that are currently marketed by Acro, the company continues to develop proprietary technologies for the HLS market. Acro's Advisory Board includes Nobel Prize laureate Prof. K. Barry Sharpless, and Prof. Richard A. Lerner, President and CEO of The Scripps Research Institute, one of the most influential scientific institutes worldwide. For more information about Acro, visit www.AcroSec.com.
For more information please contact info@AcroSec.com
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This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning our marketing and operations plans. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements in this press release are made based on management's current expectations and estimates, which involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements. These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, risks related to the evolving homeland security market, general economic conditions and other risk factors. Acro does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements made herein.
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc. Featured on Fox Business News, Discussing How It’s Handheld Defense ID® Systems Could Minimize Terrorist Threats on Airlin
Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc. Featured on Fox Business News, Discussing How It’s Handheld Defense ID® Systems Could Minimize Terrorist Threats on Airlines
PORT TOWNSEND, Wa.--Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc. (NYSE Amex:IDN) was featured on Fox Business News discussing how its Defense ID® access control product could have prevented the terrorist attack aboard an airliner in Detroit.
“Absolutely. We have about 80 locations already in the US, and we are including more data sources every day. We are obviously getting more requests today, our stock is up 16%, and we speculate it is due to the interest by TSA.”.In the segment titled “Minimizing The Threat”, Cheryl Casone interviews Steve Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Intellicheck Mobilisa, and asks him how Defense ID could have prevented the attack on the Detroit bound plane, since the attempted bomber had identification.
Mr. Williams commented, “We would have scanned his ID and run the ID against multiple databases. He was previously turned away in London and as a result we could have used those databases, literally an unlimited number of data sources to validate that person and make sure they weren’t on a watch list, or a no fly list, or a wanted list for that matter. Just like a TSA officer, you would scan a drivers license or a passport and it would run a ‘bad guy’ check in about a second.”
When asked if the company is getting more interest in its product, Mr. Williams replied, “Absolutely. We have about 80 locations already in the US, and we are including more data sources every day. We are obviously getting more requests today, our stock is up 16%, and we speculate it is due to the interest by TSA.”
Ms. Casone asked Mr. Williams how quickly he could get a device to an airport if they called up tomorrow. Mr. Williams replied, “By the time they hang up the phone we can have a device to them. We have a national distribution channel of major vendors throughout the country.”
When Ms. Casone asked how this gentleman was able to travel from Lagos, to Amsterdam, to Detroit with a bomb strapped to his body, Mr. Williams answered, “You can add bomb detection machinery, but a bomb is a bomb, and it takes a bomber to detonate it. Whether it be a bomb or anything else, you have to screen individuals, that is the way you are going to catch the bad guy.”
To watch the segment online please visit: http://icmobil.com/home.aspx
About Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc.
Intellicheck Mobilisa is a leading technology company, developing and marketing wireless technology and identity systems for various applications including: mobile and handheld wireless devices for the government, military and commercial markets. Products include the Defense ID system, an advanced ID card access control product currently protecting over 70 military and federal locations, and ID-Check, patented technology that instantly reads, analyzes, and verifies encoded data in magnetic stripes and barcodes on government-issue IDs from U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions for the financial, hospitality and retail markets.
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PORT TOWNSEND, Wa.--Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc. (NYSE Amex:IDN) was featured on Fox Business News discussing how its Defense ID® access control product could have prevented the terrorist attack aboard an airliner in Detroit.
“Absolutely. We have about 80 locations already in the US, and we are including more data sources every day. We are obviously getting more requests today, our stock is up 16%, and we speculate it is due to the interest by TSA.”.In the segment titled “Minimizing The Threat”, Cheryl Casone interviews Steve Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Intellicheck Mobilisa, and asks him how Defense ID could have prevented the attack on the Detroit bound plane, since the attempted bomber had identification.
Mr. Williams commented, “We would have scanned his ID and run the ID against multiple databases. He was previously turned away in London and as a result we could have used those databases, literally an unlimited number of data sources to validate that person and make sure they weren’t on a watch list, or a no fly list, or a wanted list for that matter. Just like a TSA officer, you would scan a drivers license or a passport and it would run a ‘bad guy’ check in about a second.”
When asked if the company is getting more interest in its product, Mr. Williams replied, “Absolutely. We have about 80 locations already in the US, and we are including more data sources every day. We are obviously getting more requests today, our stock is up 16%, and we speculate it is due to the interest by TSA.”
Ms. Casone asked Mr. Williams how quickly he could get a device to an airport if they called up tomorrow. Mr. Williams replied, “By the time they hang up the phone we can have a device to them. We have a national distribution channel of major vendors throughout the country.”
When Ms. Casone asked how this gentleman was able to travel from Lagos, to Amsterdam, to Detroit with a bomb strapped to his body, Mr. Williams answered, “You can add bomb detection machinery, but a bomb is a bomb, and it takes a bomber to detonate it. Whether it be a bomb or anything else, you have to screen individuals, that is the way you are going to catch the bad guy.”
To watch the segment online please visit: http://icmobil.com/home.aspx
About Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc.
Intellicheck Mobilisa is a leading technology company, developing and marketing wireless technology and identity systems for various applications including: mobile and handheld wireless devices for the government, military and commercial markets. Products include the Defense ID system, an advanced ID card access control product currently protecting over 70 military and federal locations, and ID-Check, patented technology that instantly reads, analyzes, and verifies encoded data in magnetic stripes and barcodes on government-issue IDs from U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions for the financial, hospitality and retail markets.
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Monday, December 28, 2009
Homeland Security and Defense Stocks Sector Close-Up
Homeland Security and Defense Stocks Sector Close-Up
POINT ROBERTS, Wash., DELTA, B.C. –December 29, 2009 – http://www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com, a leading global investor and industry portal for the defense and security sector, within www.Investorideas.com, provides investors with a sector close-up on defense and Homeland Security Stocks following the terrorist attempt to destroy a Northwest Airlines aircraft on its approach to Detroit on December 25th.
Several defense stocks with technologies for airport security had significant gains on the first trading day following the incident and then pulled back somewhat in after hours trading.
Defense stocks trading as of December 28, 2009:
Analogic Corporation (NasdaqNM: ALOG) closed at $37.86, up $1.66 (4.59%) and was down mildly with - $ 0.07 (0.18%) after hours.
ICx Technologies, Inc. (NGM: ICXT) traded at $ 5.86, up $0.88 or 17.67% but was down in after hours.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT) closed at $75.70, up $ 0.59 (0.79%).
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) ended the day at $56.83, up $0.79 (1.41).
OSI Systems, Inc. (NasdaqGM: OSIS) closed at $24.47, up $ 2.45 (11.13%) but lost some ground in after market trading, down $0.21 (0.86%).
Raytheon Co. (NYSE: RTN) closed trading at $ 52.79, up $0.54 or (1.03%).
Company Snapshot
ICx Technologies, Inc was one of the top NASGAQ gainers for the day.
ICx Technologies is a leader in the development and integration of advanced sensor technologies for homeland security, force protection and commercial applications. Our proprietary sensors detect and identify chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive threats, and deliver superior awareness and actionable intelligence for wide-area surveillance, intrusion detection and facility security. We then leverage our unparalleled technical expertise and government funding to address other emerging challenges of our time, ranging from a cleaner environment and alternative energy to life science.
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POINT ROBERTS, Wash., DELTA, B.C. –December 29, 2009 – http://www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com, a leading global investor and industry portal for the defense and security sector, within www.Investorideas.com, provides investors with a sector close-up on defense and Homeland Security Stocks following the terrorist attempt to destroy a Northwest Airlines aircraft on its approach to Detroit on December 25th.
Several defense stocks with technologies for airport security had significant gains on the first trading day following the incident and then pulled back somewhat in after hours trading.
Defense stocks trading as of December 28, 2009:
Analogic Corporation (NasdaqNM: ALOG) closed at $37.86, up $1.66 (4.59%) and was down mildly with - $ 0.07 (0.18%) after hours.
ICx Technologies, Inc. (NGM: ICXT) traded at $ 5.86, up $0.88 or 17.67% but was down in after hours.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT) closed at $75.70, up $ 0.59 (0.79%).
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) ended the day at $56.83, up $0.79 (1.41).
OSI Systems, Inc. (NasdaqGM: OSIS) closed at $24.47, up $ 2.45 (11.13%) but lost some ground in after market trading, down $0.21 (0.86%).
Raytheon Co. (NYSE: RTN) closed trading at $ 52.79, up $0.54 or (1.03%).
Company Snapshot
ICx Technologies, Inc was one of the top NASGAQ gainers for the day.
ICx Technologies is a leader in the development and integration of advanced sensor technologies for homeland security, force protection and commercial applications. Our proprietary sensors detect and identify chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive threats, and deliver superior awareness and actionable intelligence for wide-area surveillance, intrusion detection and facility security. We then leverage our unparalleled technical expertise and government funding to address other emerging challenges of our time, ranging from a cleaner environment and alternative energy to life science.
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Technest Announces Special Capital Distribution to Stockholders
Technest Announces Special Capital Distribution to Stockholders
BETHESDA, MD-- 12/24/09 - Technest Holdings, Inc. (OTC.BB:TCNH) announced that, following the settlement agreement with EOIR Holdings, on December 23, 2009, its board of directors has declared a special "return of capital" cash distribution of $0.407 per share of Common Stock. This distribution relates to the sale of EOIR Technologies, Inc. as previously announced. The cash dividend is payable on January 15, 2010 to shareholders of record as of January 4, 2010.
About Technest Holdings, Inc.
Technest Holdings, Inc. is a provider of: advanced remote sensor systems, intelligent surveillance and advanced 3D imaging technology solutions to the defense, homeland security and healthcare marketplaces. Technest is committed to setting next-generation imaging standards through the provision of innovative emerging technologies. Through strategic development, Technest focuses on the creation of dual-use technology and products with applications in healthcare as well as the fields of defense, civilian homeland security and law enforcement.
To learn more about Technest Holdings, Inc., (OTC.BB:TCNH - News) please visit the company's Web site at www.technestinc.com.
Investors are cautioned that certain statements contained in this press release are "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the "Act"). Forward-looking statements include statements which are predictive in nature, which depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, which include words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," or similar expressions. In addition, any statements concerning ongoing business strategies or prospects, applicability, benefit and use of our product and services, and possible future actions, which may be provided by management, are also forward-looking statements as defined by the Act. Some of the factors that could significantly impact the forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to: the functionality of our product; our capabilities; a rejection of the Company's products and technologies by the marketplace; and disputes as to the Company's intellectual property rights. Forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and projections about future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions about Technest Holdings, its products, economic and market factors and the industries in which Technest Holdings does business, among other things. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and Technest Holdings has no specific intention to update these statements. More detailed information about those factors is contained in Technest Holdings' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. http://www.sec.gov
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BETHESDA, MD-- 12/24/09 - Technest Holdings, Inc. (OTC.BB:TCNH) announced that, following the settlement agreement with EOIR Holdings, on December 23, 2009, its board of directors has declared a special "return of capital" cash distribution of $0.407 per share of Common Stock. This distribution relates to the sale of EOIR Technologies, Inc. as previously announced. The cash dividend is payable on January 15, 2010 to shareholders of record as of January 4, 2010.
About Technest Holdings, Inc.
Technest Holdings, Inc. is a provider of: advanced remote sensor systems, intelligent surveillance and advanced 3D imaging technology solutions to the defense, homeland security and healthcare marketplaces. Technest is committed to setting next-generation imaging standards through the provision of innovative emerging technologies. Through strategic development, Technest focuses on the creation of dual-use technology and products with applications in healthcare as well as the fields of defense, civilian homeland security and law enforcement.
To learn more about Technest Holdings, Inc., (OTC.BB:TCNH - News) please visit the company's Web site at www.technestinc.com.
Investors are cautioned that certain statements contained in this press release are "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the "Act"). Forward-looking statements include statements which are predictive in nature, which depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, which include words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," or similar expressions. In addition, any statements concerning ongoing business strategies or prospects, applicability, benefit and use of our product and services, and possible future actions, which may be provided by management, are also forward-looking statements as defined by the Act. Some of the factors that could significantly impact the forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to: the functionality of our product; our capabilities; a rejection of the Company's products and technologies by the marketplace; and disputes as to the Company's intellectual property rights. Forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and projections about future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions about Technest Holdings, its products, economic and market factors and the industries in which Technest Holdings does business, among other things. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and Technest Holdings has no specific intention to update these statements. More detailed information about those factors is contained in Technest Holdings' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. http://www.sec.gov
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Sunday, December 27, 2009
Defense Stocks News -Raytheon ( RTN)Receives $1.1 Billion Order to Advance Taiwan's Patriot Capability
Raytheon ( RTN)Receives $1.1 Billion Order to Advance Taiwan's Patriot Capability
Download image TEWKSBURY, Mass., Dec. 23, 2009 - Raytheon Company ( RTN) has received Foreign Military Sales contract awards totaling $1.1 billion to fund new production of the combat-proven Patriot Air and Missile Defense System for Taiwan. The awards include ground-system hardware through an initial contract valued at $965.6 million and an initial spares contract valued at $134.4 million.
"The Patriot system is a vital element to providing superior integrated air and missile defense capabilities for the protection of Taiwan," said Daniel L. Smith, president of Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems (IDS). "Raytheon has provided advanced technology, innovation and support in Taiwan for more than 40 years, and we are honored to continue that partnership today and in the future."
The U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala., issued the contract for new-production Patriot fire units that will include new advances in technology, improved man-machine interface and reduced life-cycle costs.
Raytheon is the prime contractor for both domestic and international Patriot Air and Missile Defense Systems and system integrator for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 missiles. Work under these contracts will be performed at the Raytheon IDS Integrated Air Defense Center, Andover, Mass.; El Paso, Texas; and Huntsville, Ala. The company is supported by a global team of suppliers to the Patriot System.
Raytheon Company, with 2008 sales of $23.2 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 87 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 73,000 people worldwide.
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Download image TEWKSBURY, Mass., Dec. 23, 2009 - Raytheon Company ( RTN) has received Foreign Military Sales contract awards totaling $1.1 billion to fund new production of the combat-proven Patriot Air and Missile Defense System for Taiwan. The awards include ground-system hardware through an initial contract valued at $965.6 million and an initial spares contract valued at $134.4 million.
"The Patriot system is a vital element to providing superior integrated air and missile defense capabilities for the protection of Taiwan," said Daniel L. Smith, president of Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems (IDS). "Raytheon has provided advanced technology, innovation and support in Taiwan for more than 40 years, and we are honored to continue that partnership today and in the future."
The U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala., issued the contract for new-production Patriot fire units that will include new advances in technology, improved man-machine interface and reduced life-cycle costs.
Raytheon is the prime contractor for both domestic and international Patriot Air and Missile Defense Systems and system integrator for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 missiles. Work under these contracts will be performed at the Raytheon IDS Integrated Air Defense Center, Andover, Mass.; El Paso, Texas; and Huntsville, Ala. The company is supported by a global team of suppliers to the Patriot System.
Raytheon Company, with 2008 sales of $23.2 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 87 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 73,000 people worldwide.
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Nigerian National Charged With Attempting to Destroy Northwest Airlines Aircraft
Nigerian National Charged With Attempting to Destroy Northwest Airlines Aircraft
WASHINGTON, Dec. 26 2009 -- A 23-year-old Nigerian man was charged in a federal criminal complaint today with attempting to destroy a Northwest Airlines aircraft on its final approach to Detroit Metropolitan Airport on Christmas Day, and with placing a destructive device on the aircraft.
According to an affidavit filed in support of the criminal complaint, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, 23, a Nigerian national, boarded Northwest Flight 253 in Amsterdam, Netherlands on December 24, 2009 and had a device attached to his body. As the flight was approaching Detroit Metropolitan Airport, Abdulmutallab set off the device, which resulted in a fire and what appears to have been an explosion. Abdulmutallab was then subdued and restrained by the passengers and flight crew. The airplane landed shortly thereafter, and he was taken into custody by Customs and Border Patrol officers.
A preliminary FBI analysis found that the device contained PETN, also known as pentaerythritol, a high explosive. Further analysis is ongoing. In addition, FBI agents recovered what appear to be the remnants of the syringe from the vicinity of Abdulmutallab's seat, believed to have been part of the device.
"This alleged attack on a U.S. airplane on Christmas Day shows that we must remain vigilant in the fight against terrorism at all times," Attorney General Eric Holder said. "Had this alleged plot to destroy an airplane been successful, scores of innocent people would have been killed or injured. We will continue to investigate this matter vigorously, and we will use all measures available to our government to ensure that anyone responsible for this attempted attack is brought to justice."
Abdulmutallab required medical treatment, and was transported to the University of Michigan Medical Center after the plane landed. He will make his initial court appearance later today.
Interviews of all of the passengers and crew of Flight 253 revealed that prior to the incident, Abdulmutallab went to the bathroom for approximately twenty minutes, according to the affidavit. Upon returning to his seat, Abdulmutallab stated that his stomach was upset, and he pulled a blanket over himself. Passengers then heard popping noises similar to firecrackers, smelled an odor, and some observed Abdulmutallab's pants leg and the wall of the airplane on fire. Passengers and crew then subdued Abdulmutallab and used blankets and fire extinguishers to put out the flames. Passengers reported that Abdulmutallab was calm and lucid throughout. One flight attendant asked him what he had had in his pocket, and he replied "explosive device."
These prosecutions are being handled by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Michigan, with assistance from the Counterterrorism Section of the Justice Department's National Security Division.
The investigation is being conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, US Customs and Border Protection, and the Joint Terrorism Task Force.
The public is reminded that criminal complaints contain mere allegations and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 26 2009 -- A 23-year-old Nigerian man was charged in a federal criminal complaint today with attempting to destroy a Northwest Airlines aircraft on its final approach to Detroit Metropolitan Airport on Christmas Day, and with placing a destructive device on the aircraft.
According to an affidavit filed in support of the criminal complaint, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, 23, a Nigerian national, boarded Northwest Flight 253 in Amsterdam, Netherlands on December 24, 2009 and had a device attached to his body. As the flight was approaching Detroit Metropolitan Airport, Abdulmutallab set off the device, which resulted in a fire and what appears to have been an explosion. Abdulmutallab was then subdued and restrained by the passengers and flight crew. The airplane landed shortly thereafter, and he was taken into custody by Customs and Border Patrol officers.
A preliminary FBI analysis found that the device contained PETN, also known as pentaerythritol, a high explosive. Further analysis is ongoing. In addition, FBI agents recovered what appear to be the remnants of the syringe from the vicinity of Abdulmutallab's seat, believed to have been part of the device.
"This alleged attack on a U.S. airplane on Christmas Day shows that we must remain vigilant in the fight against terrorism at all times," Attorney General Eric Holder said. "Had this alleged plot to destroy an airplane been successful, scores of innocent people would have been killed or injured. We will continue to investigate this matter vigorously, and we will use all measures available to our government to ensure that anyone responsible for this attempted attack is brought to justice."
Abdulmutallab required medical treatment, and was transported to the University of Michigan Medical Center after the plane landed. He will make his initial court appearance later today.
Interviews of all of the passengers and crew of Flight 253 revealed that prior to the incident, Abdulmutallab went to the bathroom for approximately twenty minutes, according to the affidavit. Upon returning to his seat, Abdulmutallab stated that his stomach was upset, and he pulled a blanket over himself. Passengers then heard popping noises similar to firecrackers, smelled an odor, and some observed Abdulmutallab's pants leg and the wall of the airplane on fire. Passengers and crew then subdued Abdulmutallab and used blankets and fire extinguishers to put out the flames. Passengers reported that Abdulmutallab was calm and lucid throughout. One flight attendant asked him what he had had in his pocket, and he replied "explosive device."
These prosecutions are being handled by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Michigan, with assistance from the Counterterrorism Section of the Justice Department's National Security Division.
The investigation is being conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, US Customs and Border Protection, and the Joint Terrorism Task Force.
The public is reminded that criminal complaints contain mere allegations and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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Public Safety Minister Van Loan and Transport Minister Baird Comment Following Incident on Northwest Flight 253
Public Safety Minister Van Loan and Transport Minister Baird Comment Following Incident on Northwest Flight 253
OTTAWA, ONTARIO - Dec. 26, 2009 - The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable John Baird, Canada's Transport Minister, made the following statement following an aviation threat incident on Northwest Flight 253 from Amsterdam to Detroit.
"Yesterday, I spoke with US Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Jane Lute regarding Friday's aviation threat incident. Security threats to the United States are security threats to Canada. The Canadian government remains fully engaged with the Obama Administration on efforts to combat terrorist threats," said Minister Van Loan. "Our law enforcement and security agencies are committed to working with their US counterparts to secure our borders and protect the safety of our citizens."
Minister Baird has instructed officials with Transport Canada and the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) to assume a heightened state of vigilance in light of this incident. Passengers travelling by air could experience delays due to increased safety measures and should plan accordingly.
"The safety and security of all Canadians is of the utmost importance to our government," said Minister Baird. "That's why we've taken immediate action and are currently working with our American counterparts to implement all necessary safety and security measures as appropriate to protect Canadian travellers."
While full details of the incident have yet to emerge, both Ministers reiterated the Canadian Government's support for using no-fly lists to increase aviation security and protect the public.
"It is clear that Canada is not immune from incidents of terrorism. Canada has disrupted terrorist plots, and has successively tried and convicted terrorists. We will continue to take the appropriate action to protect the safety and security of Canadians."
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OTTAWA, ONTARIO - Dec. 26, 2009 - The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable John Baird, Canada's Transport Minister, made the following statement following an aviation threat incident on Northwest Flight 253 from Amsterdam to Detroit.
"Yesterday, I spoke with US Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Jane Lute regarding Friday's aviation threat incident. Security threats to the United States are security threats to Canada. The Canadian government remains fully engaged with the Obama Administration on efforts to combat terrorist threats," said Minister Van Loan. "Our law enforcement and security agencies are committed to working with their US counterparts to secure our borders and protect the safety of our citizens."
Minister Baird has instructed officials with Transport Canada and the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) to assume a heightened state of vigilance in light of this incident. Passengers travelling by air could experience delays due to increased safety measures and should plan accordingly.
"The safety and security of all Canadians is of the utmost importance to our government," said Minister Baird. "That's why we've taken immediate action and are currently working with our American counterparts to implement all necessary safety and security measures as appropriate to protect Canadian travellers."
While full details of the incident have yet to emerge, both Ministers reiterated the Canadian Government's support for using no-fly lists to increase aviation security and protect the public.
"It is clear that Canada is not immune from incidents of terrorism. Canada has disrupted terrorist plots, and has successively tried and convicted terrorists. We will continue to take the appropriate action to protect the safety and security of Canadians."
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