The safeguarding of South Africa s most visited destination. Deon Sloane Senior Manager - Operations September 2015

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1 The safeguarding of South Africa s most visited destination Deon Sloane Senior Manager - Operations September 2015

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3 Presentation outline Overview of the V&A Waterfront Events Accessibility Parking Security Critical success factors

4 180 rugby fields 300 acres or a small town people work here every day people live here visitors a day in peak season or 24 million visitors a year

5 Overview of V&A Waterfront ± m² of Developed Bulk made up as follows: 10 hotels comprising m² Retail space comprising m² Commercial space comprising m² Industrial space comprising of m² Residential space comprising of m² Available Bulk m² - within various districts around the Waterfront. Currently busy with m² of new projects. We have an additional m² bulk which is made up of the Waterfront Studios, the Two Oceans Aquarium, Theatre School, Caltex Garage, Graduate School of Business, Robben Island Museum, etc.

6 Overview of V&A Waterfront contd. Harbour and Marina Facilities Dry dock and synchro lift for ship repairs Facilities for docking of various types of vessels i.e. The Agulhas in the harbour Super and luxury yachts, fishing vessels, tugs, etc. ISPS Compliant

7 DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES East Pier? Wharf 10,000sqm Outer Basin 2,000sqm Pierhead 1C 7,500sqm Clock Tower 73,000sqm Granger Bay - 75,000sqm, New Basin 10,343sqm Portswood 9,181sqm Canal ,000sqm

8 Clock Tower Precinct

9 Canal Site: Office Development

10 Canal Site: Office Development

11 ZEITZ MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AFRICA

12 Hotels at the V&A Waterfront Star Rating No of Hotels No of Rooms 5 Star Star Star Totals Various hotels catering for various needs i.e. business, tourist, family, tour groups, etc. Secure environment Easy access Close to conference facilities 2 x new hotels by end 2016: 1 Boutique 28 keys & 250 key Radisson Red

13 green innovation 1 x 6-star and 3 x 4-star buildings Goal: all new buildings minimum 4-star status

14 A sustained events and entertainment programme adds to our attractiveness and reputation of always offering something new to see, do and enjoy

15 Events and Promotions There are approximately 150 outdoor and 50 indoor events that take place annually Various event venues around the site i.e. Amphitheatre, Lookout, North Wharf / New Basin Different types of events with the main focus on: Music and Culture, Sport and Leisure, Fashion, Food and Wine, New Years Eve We are targeting the right footfall Challenges: The impact of external events and managing stakeholder relationships i.e. Stadium. We do not want to alienate our existing client base Traffic management Increased security, cleaning, parking, etc.

16 Accessibility : 7 road entrances and 1 port entrance

17 Parking Facilities ±4.9 million vehicles parked at the Waterfront last year Garages not dedicated to particular buildings Multiple tariffs or common tariffs Vehicle guidance / messaging systems Bay Monitoring Variable options on leased bays i.e. 24/7, 5 day week with weekends and after hours for casual parking, etc. Nested areas or not No of Garages Open Parking areas Number of pay stations & number of entrances and exits Additional 2500 bays on line by 2017 Undercover Bays Open Bays Total no of bays 7 563

18 Public transport IRT / MyCiti Trunk and feeder stops Golden Arrow bus service Sedan taxis ranking areas as well as Stop and Drop Coach bus operators extended stay Other transport facilities: Dedicated bicycle lanes and racks Dedicated motorbike parking

19 Safeguarding of the Waterfront: Campus Security

20 Waterfront vs Campus? Looking at the Waterfront from a Campus Security perspective Like for Like People Roads Buildings Events Residence Gates > access control Fences/no Perimeter demarcations

21 Safeguarding a town V&A has to be a safe destination for local and international visitors, and everyone who lives and works here days a year - 24 hours a day

22 Conceptualised Approach Safeguarding of People Property Information Movement control (we never switch the light off nor close/ lock the doors/gates)

23 Movement Control Surveillance Filters Funnels Deployment in areas of responsibilities Pro active

24 Security Structure EXECUTIVE MANAGER OPERATIONS Senior Manager Operations Admin Assistant Security Manager Security Manager Senior Investigator Operational Night Managers x2 Supervisor Office Management Parking Manager Chase Data Capturer SECURITY AND PARKING SERVICE PROVIDERS

25 Security Between 100 and 120 strong security team on duty 24/7 The Waterfront is currently covered with just under 1000 Axis IP cameras linked to a Milestone Corporate VMS and we have another 200 to be deployed before end 2016 Minimum of 3 x armed response teams/vehicles 24/7in various precincts. Security boat (focus on the canal). Minimum of 12 bicycles per shift on patrol (specifically parking garages.)

26 Security Centralised control room manned 24/7 Traffic control units including a member from City of Cape Town Events management On site paramedics ( 10 to 10 daily )

27 Our approach Physical Security Technology CCTV Layers of Security Measures Chase system Tennant response button Operational radios on 4 trunking channelled system Proactive approach inclusive of on site training Controlled environment around buildings and not only within the buildings, therefore creating a safe environment Re activate capability Disaster management procedures and the relevant training Never allow your weak points to be aligned

28 Critical Success Factors Waterfront manages security (Accountability) Outsourced service provider to supply human resources Proactive approach Short, medium and long term security appreciation Create our own intelligence (BAC/SCSI/ Credible external organisations). SAPS and other government agencies

29 Thank you Deon Sloane Senior Manager - Operations September 2015