A retired Federal Police Chief, former Secretary of Security in the Federal District, and former undersecretary in Rio de Janeiro, Dr. Novaes will be responsible for ABIMDE’s agenda focused on integrating the industry with law enforcement agencies
The Brazilian Association of Defense and Security Material Industries (ABIMDE) has announced the appointment of Dr. Edval Novaes as Public Security advisor. A retired Federal Police Chief, Dr. Novaes brings profound knowledge and practical experience in the interface between security forces and industry, gained in roles such as Secretary of Security for the State of Rio de Janeiro and Public Security Secretary for the Federal District.
In Rio de Janeiro, he served as undersecretary from 2007 to 2016, during which he led areas such as intelligence, technology, and later, the Subsecretariat for Command and Control.
In this role, he was responsible for implementing the Integrated Command and Control Center (CICC), a central structure for major international events such as the Confederations Cup, the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Pope Francis’s visit, and the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games. From 2017 to 2018, he served as Secretary of Public Security for the Federal District.
With this background, Dr. Novaes joins ABIMDE to strengthen the relation between the national industry and security forces in a current situation marked by decentralization and diverse demands. “Our goal is to enhance the Brazilian industry, especially our members in the public security sector, by connecting them with the needs of states, municipalities, and federal agencies,” he explained.
The new advisor highlighted that his work will be carried out on two fronts: through representative entities of each corporation, such as the National Council of Public Security Secretaries (Consesp), the National Council of Military Police Commanders (CNCG), and the councils of Chiefs of Civil Police, Penal Police, and Municipal Guards; and also through direct actions with states and municipalities.
“We will seek out national councils, but we will also work on individual engagement whenever necessary,” he stated.
According to Novaes, one of the priorities will be increasing awareness within security forces of the capabilities already available in the Brazilian industry. “Often, professionals don’t know that certain products are already manufactured in Brazil. Besides reducing costs and simplifying processes, this connection creates jobs, generates income, and strengthens the national economy,” he emphasized.
He also pointed out the importance of technology and reliability in the equipment used by law enforcement. For Novaes, the market needs tested and secure solutions that support the critical missions of police officers and agents throughout the country.
Another challenge is integrating information systems and databases across various security agencies, an area where the industry can contribute with software, hardware, and artificial intelligence solutions. “Information moves fast, and so does crime. The future depends on data integration and the ability to deliver that information quickly and securely to those on the front lines,” he noted.
Among the initiatives implemented by ABIMDE in the public security area is the reactivation of the Security Committee, which has resumed its activities and is meeting with its members to define and plan actions. In addition, a delegation of member companies is being formed to participate in the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) conference in Denver (USA), one of the largest global events in the sector.
“Our mission is to showcase the capabilities of the national industrial base and raise awareness among the forces to purchase locally made products whenever possible. That’s how we contribute to public security and to strengthening the country,” concluded Dr. Edval Novaes.
