9^th July 2004

During his visit to the Hertfordshire Business Incubation Centre (HBIC), Lord Sainsbury, Parliamentary under-Secretary for Science and Innovation, took time off to discuss security issues with KeCrypt System’s Managing Director John Dale.

Lord Sainsbury was there as the keynote speaker at a luncheon meeting, where he addressed over 100 guests, key stakeholders and HBIC business partners.  In his speech he stressed the importance of such initiatives as the HBIC and the role it played in strengthening UK innovation high technology industry sectors and the local economy.  He stated that “By turning the best ideas into jobs and prosperity, HBIC is providing a service that is vital to the continuing success of the regional economy.”

In response Derek Harris, HBIC Chief Executive, replied “We are delighted to welcome Lord Sainsbury to HBIC.  His visit is a valuable opportunity to raise our profile with the local region, highlighting its significance to both industry and government.”

Lord Sainsbury (left) discusses the innovative KeCrypt Signature biometric verification system with Managing Director John Dale.