International Convention Centre Sydney has taken home the Outstanding Security Team award at the Australian Security Industry Awards 2019, highlighting the world-class service, commitment to safety and protocols provided by the venue’s security team. The venue was a joint winner of the category alongside the iconic Sydney Opera House.
The national awards recognize those who have demonstrated excellence and innovation, celebrating the very best in the security sector. Since the venue opened in December 2016, ICC Sydney has placed a laser focus on ensuring the safety of their employees, customers, contractors and guests. The venue’s commitment to providing a safe environment is supported by a culture of “Together We Do The Extraordinary,” driving collaboration across all departments when it comes to safety and security.
The venue has hosted a number of high profile events, speakers and visitors from presidents and prime ministers to global CEOs and entertainers, which has highlighted the expertise, skills and strong culture of its security team. From major international conferences to live entertainment concerts and family-friendly exhibitions, the venue’s security capabilities are able to cater for all requirements.
Backed by robust processes and protocols, ICC Sydney takes a collaborative approach to security and safety through strong relationships with authorities and local community.
Geoff Donaghy, CEO of ICC Sydney, says the safety and security of the venue’s guests was always its number one priority and the award was recognition for the team’s outstanding security services delivery.
“Welcoming more than 1.5 million visitors through our doors annually requires meticulous planning and collaboration,” he says. “Our security team has the experience, knowledge and relationships to ensure the safety of our guests is maintained to the highest possible standard. To receive this national recognition by the security industry is a testament to our diligence and commitment to world class service.”
ICC Sydney is Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue. The showcase international venue underpins Sydney’s place as one of the world’s most desirable meeting and major events destinations. ICC Sydney is the epicentre of a 20-hectare transformation of Darling Harbour by the NSW Government to highlight Sydney as the first choice in Australia and the Asia Pacific region for the major events industry. For more info, www.iccsydney.com
