Motorola Solutions Buys Silent Sentinel, a Long-Range Camera Specialist

Thermal cameras from Silent Sentinel provide unobstructed visibility in the complex and extreme environments that are linked to military, aviation, maritime, and critical infrastructure sectors.

Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) has completed the acquisition of Silent Sentinel, a Ware, United Kingdom-based provider of specialized long-range cameras.

Thermal cameras from Silent Sentinel provide unobstructed visibility in the complex and extreme environments that are linked to military, aviation, maritime, and critical infrastructure sectors. These cameras are specifically engineered to function in the most severe conditions. Sophisticated detection capabilities enable the cameras of Silent Sentinel to detect anomalies from a distance of up to 30 kilometers (20 miles), thereby bolstering security perimeters and facilitating prompt, well-informed responses.

Mahesh Saptharishi, executive vice president and chief technology officer.

“Long-range cameras enable advanced insights that can protect individuals and infrastructure. With Silent Sentinel, we’re broadening our video security portfolio to help secure and support essential operations and industries around the world.”

By incorporating this acquisition into its collection of fixed video cameras, Motorola Solutions enhances its presence among clients in the government and critical infrastructure sectors, thereby solidifying its standing as a worldwide frontrunner in comprehensive video security solutions.

 Paul Elsey, managing director, Silent Sentinel.

On behalf of the Silent Sentinel team, we’re excited to join Motorola Solutions. We look forward to building upon Motorola Solutions’ industry-leading portfolio, offering advanced video security solutions that support our customers in the most challenging environments.

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.