At Veolia, water security is guaranteed by LOCKEN electronic keys

Many people think that water towers are only used as telephone antennas these days! In fact, those hefty, yet reassuringly familiar, old structures serve as reservoirs perched high above the rooftops.

 

If you see one there is a strong chance that it is managed by Veolia, one of two traditional operators and the world leader in environmental services. In 2016, the Veolia group supplied 100 million people with drinking water and 61 million people worldwide with wastewater services.

 

Security is always a concern in this highly sensitive sector. Drinking water sites are classified as sites of critical importance and their security must be safeguarded in all circumstances, under the control of local administration and, where appropriate, military authorities.

 

The primary requirement is to prevent any risk of malicious intrusion. However, Veolia has its work cut out, since its sites are scattered all across the country, from large conurbations to small villages, and even out in the middle of nowhere. Collection systems must be as close as possible to springs and rivers and to complicate matters further, water towers sometimes host the equipment of telephony or energy operators, which need access in order to perform maintenance operations.

 

In late 2016, Veolia in France chose LOCKEN as its preferred access control service. This gave all of its public service concessions (DSPs), spread throughout the country, access to the electronic key solution, with the transmission of access rights in real time. As always with LOCKEN solutions, the person seeking access now only needs a single key containing the necessary authorisations. Moreover, the keys are connected by Bluetooth to their smartphone, which communicates with the centralised access management system through the MyLocken App. The system combines flexibility and security, enabling Veolia to provide access rights to personnel upon their arrival at the site and, if necessary, for a single entry.

 

The cable-free installation requires no additional operation other than the replacement of cylinders. The electronic keys can also open the numerous padlocks used on the storage tanks, as well as the key deposits intended for the partner operators positioned at the site entrances.

 

Vincent Govelet, a buyer at Veolia, who champions the LOCKEN solution, explains: “LOCKEN provides a solution, which allows sensitive sites to be secured, without electrifying the equipped doors, while adapting to the mobility and multiple-use imperatives specific to Veolia Waters’ activities. Bluetooth technology, coupled with a smartphone application, is particularly popular in the field for the distribution of access rights. The fact that the cylinders are weather-resistant is a decisive advantage in our business.”

 

Nick Dooley, Managing Director of LOCKEN UK says: “LOCKEN has secured over one million access points worldwide and has seen huge success with Veolia in France. There is big potential to replicate this achievement in the UK and we take great pride in offering a robust and reliable access control solution to an industry that is vulnerable to risks, including terrorism, vandalism and theft.

“With this collaboration, LOCKEN is once again demonstrating its reliability in securing the sensitive sites of network operators.”

About Security Buyer

Security Buyer is the leading authority in global security content, delivering expert news, in-depth articles, exclusive interviews, and industry insights across print, digital, and event platforms. Published 10 times a year, the magazine is a trusted resource for professionals seeking updates and analysis on the latest developments in the security sector.

To submit an article, or for sponsorship opportunities, please contact our team below.

Rebecca Spayne picture 2025

Rebecca Spayne

Managing
EDITOR

Georgina Turner image

Georgina Turner

Sales
Manager

Afua Akoto image - Security Buyer

Afua Akoto

Marketing Manager

Read the Latest Issue

Follow us on X

Follow us on X

Click Here

Follow us on LinkedIn

Follow us on LinkedIn

Click Here

Advertise here

Reach decision makers and amplify your marketing

Advertise here

Click Here

Related News

dstelecom

dstelecom Implements LOCKEN’S Access Control

LOCKEN’s system, based on access control to fibre optic cabinets is being implemented in more than 100 municipalities across Portugal.
locken

LOCKEN Smart access solutions mitigate risks

LOCKEN has installed its solution at more than 300,000 sites since 2003 highlights how smart access solutions
LOCKEN

LOCKEN provides access management for SNP

Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPN), a subsidiary of Iberdrola Group, is continuing to build on its partnership with LOCKEN

LOCKEN celebrates 15 years of innovation

LOCKEN is celebrating its 15th anniversary by highlighting some of the innovations that have helped to propel its growth.

France’s High Court entrusts its access solutions to LOCKEN

LOCKEN has entered the Palais Royal, the seat of the country’s highest administrative jurisdiction, the equivalent of the British High Court

LOCKEN to showcase smart access control technology at Security & Counter Terror Expo

LOCKEN will be showcasing its range of electronic and mechatronic security systems at the forthcoming Security & Counter Terror Expo
Scroll to Top