Fairnie joins the security specialist from DP World where, as director of security, he was responsible for developing and implementing a global security strategy to guarantee regulatory compliance at all DP World terminal operations. Fairnie was also tasked with ensuring compliance in relation to emerging global supply chain security programmes and initiatives.
David was also responsible for successfully implementing the world’s first ISO 28000 standard for supply chain security management systems, initially at DP World’s head office in Dubai and, subsequently, across the company’s global terminal portfolio.
Prior to his time at DP World, Fairnie worked for Hart Security as director of maritime and supply chain security where he was responsible for developing the company’s maritime and supply chain consultancy services.
At Hart Security, David also led a team of consultants who worked on behalf of Government and private industry clients conducting port facility security assessments and designing security solutions to comply with international legislation.
Strengthening of total outsourcing capabilities
Fairnie’s appointment is the latest in a number of senior level sector head positions being created by G4S as it looks to strengthen its total outsourcing capabilities and become a strategic business partner in sectors where security is key.
The company has been providing a wide range of security services to ports throughout the world for a number of years, including the provision of security-related services in Gothenburg, Sweden, Bergen (in Norway) and at Dover in the UK. G4S’ expertise ranges from providing the full suite of daily security needs to port operators as well as supporting their compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code legislation and additional relevant national regulations.
Fairnie is based in Dubai and will now create a strategy for developing business in the ports sector, focusing on large outsourcing opportunities. He’ll work in collaboration with relevant G4S regions and businesses to build on existing expertise and customer relationships globally.
Fairnie is reporting direct to G4S’ group strategy and development director Graham Levinsohn.
Commenting on Fairnie’s appointment, Levinsohn told SMT Online: “This new role will strengthen our capability in one of the key sectors that’s central to our strategy. David brings with him a wealth of experience within the ports sector, and his expertise in new and evolving compliance, systems and supply chain integration requirements will be pivotal in helping us take advantage of the global opportunities existing in the port and maritime supply chain sector.”
Fairnie himself said: “I’m delighted to be joining G4S at a time when the organisation is embarking on an exciting business strategy that will transform how it does business. As port security standards continue to evolve and improve, G4S is positioning itself to provide high value adding, end-to-end security solutions that will help revolutionise 21st Century port security.”
