HISS makes security stronger with surveillance systems

Canada's superiority in aerospace and defence technology has been evident since the 1950s. Highland Integrated Surveillance Systems (HISS) carries on this legacy as a leading integrator and installer of world-class surveillance systems for airborne, ground and maritime applications.

"Our focus on the surveillance niche lends us speed and flexibility in working with clients," says president and CEO Roger Smibert, an aerospace engineer with more than 35 years of industry experience. "We understand the idiosyncrasies of mission system integration, installation and support, especially in the complex airborne environment."

HISS specialises in stabilised electro-optic and infrared systems that are installed on helicopters, airplanes, aerostats and drones. Such equipment captures high-definition video of the ground undetected from several kilometres above, day or night. On vehicles and fixed outposts, the technology can monitor vast areas against intruders and smugglers. HISS also provides microwave and satellite links, onboard tactical workstations and ground-based receive stations so clients can view videos in real time from any location.

Its offerings include the Special Airborne Mission Installation and Response System (SABIR), which can be programmed for various mission packages such as search and rescue. Especially designed for C130s, SABIR does not require aircraft modification.

The company's operational customer base spans 27 countries. "Clients don't need to bring their platforms to us, because we install their systems and perform our services right where they're located," Smibert says.

With previous experience working with the military forces of South Korea and Thailand, HISS is expanding into Asia, pursuing opportunities in countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia. The company welcomes joint ventures with sales representatives and Chinese military equipment manufacturers that want to penetrate the international market. HISS also plans to set up an office in Kuala Lumpur to promote International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITARs) and non-ITARs controlled defence surveillance systems across the region.