The latest equipment and technologies used in the security and fire safety industries will be on display at Secutech Viet Nam 2013, which opens in HCM City on August 8.—Illustrative image

HCM CITY (Biz Hub)– The latest equipment and technologies used in the security and fire safety industries will be on display at Secutech Viet Nam 2013, which opens in HCM City on August 8.

The sixth edition of the country's largest security, safety and fire prevention and fighting exhibition has attracted 110 exhibitors from 13 countries and territories, including the US, UK, India, Germany, the Netherlands, South Korea, Italy, Japan and Singapore.

There will be more than 200 booths showcasing the latest surveillance systems, alarms, access-control systems, intercoms, biometrics, fire safety and prevention products and rescue equipment, and industrial safety products.

Also on display will be integrated solutions for buildings, factories, retail outlets, banks, hotels, transportation and other businesses.

Secutech Vietnam 2013, held at the Sai Gon Exhibition and Conventional Centre in District 7 until August 10, will also feature seminars on digital surveillance and fire and safety.

The development of residential urban areas, malls, industrial parks, hotels, banks in Viet Nam has increased demand for security, including fire safety and modern rescue equipment.

Nguyen Van Ngan, general director of the Viet Nam Advertisement and Fair Exhibition Joint Stock Company, one of the organisers, said the event offers a good opportunity for participants to compare notes and seek business opportunities.

Co-organised by Vietfair and the Taiwan-based Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, the exhibition expects to welcome around 5,000 visitors. - VNS