Barcelona Harbor selects Genetec to bolster security and technological proficiency
The Port of Barcelona, one of the Mediterranean's key logistics hubs, has significantly improved safety, efficiency, and operational capabilities by implementing Genetec Security Center, a modern and unified security platform. This transformation is a part of the Port Authority's ongoing modernization initiative to make the port a safer, smarter, and more sustainable environment [1][2].
The Genetec Security Center has revolutionised the port's security infrastructure, integrating various security technologies such as video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, intercom systems, video analytics, fire detection, and real-time occupancy analysis into a single, user-friendly interface [1]. This unified security management system streamlines workflows, reducing incident response times and enhancing operational efficiency [1].
One of the key improvements is the expansion of the CCTV coverage. The port has migrated from 180 cameras to over 530, with plans to exceed 800. This enhancement boosts situational awareness and surveillance capabilities across the port [1]. The system's interoperability and open architecture enable better real-time monitoring and analysis, including real-time occupancy analysis, which supports efficient crowd and vehicle management, especially during high-traffic events such as the America's Cup and Nadal al Port [1].
The partnership between the Port of Barcelona and Genetec Inc. has proven valuable, particularly during high-traffic events, where the system assists in managing crowds and vehicle flow, ensuring safer environments for both workers and visitors [1]. Jordi Charles Rodriguez, Account Executive at Genetec Inc., stated that the partnership demonstrates how unified physical security can enhance efficiency and scalability for critical infrastructure [3].
Dídac Höflich, ICT Infrastructure Project Manager at the Port of Barcelona, emphasised that Genetec Security Center provides a long-term solution that evolves with their needs [3]. The flexibility and scalability of the Genetec Security Center have allowed the Port of Barcelona to centralise all their systems, contributing to significant cost savings and smoother port operations overall [1].
The Port Authority launched this modernization initiative with the aim of transforming the port into a safer, smarter, and more sustainable environment. The customer story about the Port of Barcelona's modernization can be read in full at
In summary, the Port of Barcelona has transformed its security infrastructure into a flexible, integrated, and intelligent system, boosting both safety and operational productivity [1][2]. The Genetec Security Center solution is designed to adapt to the evolving needs of the Port of Barcelona, supporting the Port Authority's long-term vision and helping lay the technological foundation for the port's continued growth and innovation [3].
The Genetec Security Center's integration of various technology systems, such as finance-oriented access control and technology-driven video analytics, has streamlined workflows and enhanced operational efficiency at the Port of Barcelona [1]. This transformation, coupled with the expansion of CCTV coverage and real-time occupancy analysis, has enabled smarter and more sustainable financial decision-making within the port's operations [1].
