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NEC’s technologies are designed to protect governments and help create safe and secure smart cities NEC Corporation will showcase a wide range of security solutions, including its advanced biometric and cyber security technologies and a new video analytics system, at Intersec 2014 (International Trade Fair for Security and Safety) at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from 19–21 January 2014 on stand #SA-518C. Under the theme “We Ma...

Counter Terror Expo’s commitment is reflected in the impressive roster of distinguished speakers In January 2013, terrorists launched an attack in Algeria on the Tigantourine gas facility. April sees the detonation of two bombs near the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon. The savage killing of Drummer Lee Rigby takes place in Woolwich in May. In September, terrorists enter the Westgate Shopping Mall in Nairobi and cause multiple deaths and injuries in a sustained gu...

Kim Loy is responsible for all global marketing, product strategy and implementation activities DVTEL, INC., the leading video surveillance solutions provider, has appointed Kim Loy as Vice President, Global Marketing and Chief Product Officer. In her new role, Loy is responsible for all global marketing, product strategy and implementation activities. She will work closely with the company’s R&D team and global sales to closely align marketing goals with strate...

IHS expects electromagnetic locks and electric strikes will grow at CAGRs of 6.9% and 7.8% respectively The increased popularity of electronic access control systems is contributing to the market growth of electric strikes and electromagnetic locks, each of which is forecast to outperform mechanical locks through 2017. IHS expects from 2012 to 2017, global revenues for electromagnetic locks and electric strikes will grow at compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) of 6.9% and 7.8%...

IHS report provides qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify where the market opportunities are for Safe City projects  FirstNet, a high-speed broadband data network dedicated to public safety using a nationwide spectrum licence, is expected to increase collaboration between emergency responders, a new report from the IHS Security & Fire division has found. Revenues in the American market for electronic security equipment in city surveillance applications to...

The BSIA continues to play a pivotal role forging productive links between UK security companies and overseas buyers Members of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council are planning to demonstrate their latest state-of-the-art security innovations to visitors at the forthcoming Intersec 2014 show in Dubai (January 19-21). This year the high profile exhibition is playing host to a multitude of BSIA member companies, with many concentrated on the BSIA-organ...

IVS is an excellent solution for use in public places such as airports, stadiums, border crossings, offices, shopping mall, and buildings AirLive, one of the most advanced international IP Surveillance Networking products and solutions provider is announced its participation at INTERSEC Dubai 2014 (SAEED ARENA HALL, Booth: 1004C). AirLive will showcase its latest Surveillance Networking Solutions, and innovative products: Speed Dome Smart Tracking, Face Detection by IVS IP...

Domenico will additionally focus on strengthening and expanding sales channels IP audio and control specialist Barix will sharpen its customer outreach and communications focus with new strategic, consolidated structures in sales and marketing. Long-time head of technical sales Domenico Gambino has been promoted to Vice President, Sales, while Barbara Haller-Rietschel transitions to Vice President, Marketing Communications. Both report directly to Barix CEO Ronni Guggenheim, a...

The combined KIPS/NCT CBRNe EurAsia show will welcome a representation of Ukrainian government officials In 2014 the Non-Conventional Threat event series joins the 4th edition of the Kiev International Protection, Security and Fire Safety (KIPS)event which will take place from the 3rd to the 6th of March in Kiev, Ukraine. The highly successful KIPS exhibition is Ukraine’s most important Homeland Security show and welcomed more than 4500 trade visitors in 2013. The co...

Kantech, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the ioPass SA-550 stand-alone door controller for use in small security applications. Ideal for convenience stores, storage rooms or parking lots, the ioPass SA-550 brings the reader and controller together in an easy-to-use software free solution. Designed as a self-contained, stand-alone unit, the ioPass SA-550 is the perfect complement to Kantech’s existing line of access control solutions, addressing the need for...

Skills for Security will deliver a number of accredited short courses in the GCC region throughout 2014 Skills for Security has announced the extension of its scope to the Middle East, with a new partnership set to deliver accredited security training in the region. SGW Consulting Group, a well-established and reputable training provider with existing consulting operations in the United Arab Emirates, has agreed a partnership with Skills for Security which will see the co...

The phased approach to easing the restrictions on LAGs is expected to contribute to 6.0% growth in 2015 Since the 2006 terrorist plot to detonate liquid explosives on aircraft bound for the United States; the amount of liquids allowed in carry-on baggage has been restricted to 100ml per passenger. Efforts to ease restrictions on liquids, aerosols, and gels (LAGs) have proven difficult. The European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) has postponed the easing of restrictions o...

The certification allows security staff to access Traka intelligent locker systems through OnGuard cardholder credentials Traka, a leading developer of intelligent key and asset management solutions around the world, announced recently that following testing of its Key Control and Locker Solutions with Lenel OnGuard 2012 and OnGuard 2013, it has been officially Lenel-certified as an OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP) partner for those solutions. Lenel, a market leader in i...

BCDVideo announced that all manufactured Access Control and IP Video Recording Servers will feature an embedded recovery module. This technology allows the system to restore the server to the original BCDVideo factory image in cases of disaster recovery. The new feature, called SMARTrecovery, eliminates the customer’s need to search for restore media and allows technicians to easily walk through the recovery process remotely, with no need for an onsite technician. “This is just anoth...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control has introduced a new innovation to the Aperio portfolio to allow glass doors to benefit from the innovative wireless access control solution. Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them online or offline to new or existing access control systems, with minimal modification to doors and premises, offering a cost effective and simple security upgrade. A new easy-to-install plate allows glass doors to be fitted with an Aperio euro-p...

The partnership will allow ACTenterprise and Sicura DigiLive to function together, offering a integrated security platform Access Control Technology is very proud to announce their recent acquisition of Sicura Systems in the UK. This partnership brings with it the strength of the Sicura Digilive software and Viquest hardware, renowned for class-leading innovation and reliability. This partnership will also allow ACT to continue its expansion into the UK, with offices in Basin...

The acquisition will provide a robust platform for integrated offerings Datacard Group, the industry’s best-selling brand of secure identification and card personalisation solutions, has entered into an agreement to acquire Entrust, Inc., a leader in securing digital identities and information and a Thoma Bravo LLC portfolio company. The acquisition builds on the strengths of each company to enable its customers and partners to deliver better services in highly connected...

Nelson has more than 20 years of practical experience in accounting and finance Identive will move its corporate finance activities from its Europe hub in Ismaning, Germany to its corporate headquarters in California as part of its continuing efforts to simplify its business operations. Along with this move, Brian Nelson has been appointed chief financial officer and secretary of the company, effective December 20, 2013. Nelson is based in California and replaces David Wear, w...

Canon’s entire range of network cameras are available to Nedap’s customers Canon camera's available for AEOS customers Canon Europe, world leader in imaging solutions, has been selected and accredited as a hardware security partner by Nedap, an innovative developer of intelligent security solutions. The new partnership makes Canon’s entire range of network cameras available to Nedap’s customers through compatibility with its AEOS security managemen...

ASSA ABLOY will also showcase its Aperio™ L100 wireless security lock range at the event One partner for all your security needs: ASSA ABLOY helps millions of customers around the world to find the best access and security solutions for their business. ASSA ABLOY’s global leadership incorporates the combined power of award-winning products and technology from ABLOY, Yale, Traka, TESA, IKON and effeff. ASSA ABLOY drives the future of wireless access control wi...

James has acquired in-depth knowledge of the Videx product range through his position in the company's technical department Videx Security, a market leader in the supply of door entry and access control systems, has appointed James Rose as Training Manager. James takes over from Aaron Houghton who has moved into the company's R&D department. Videx Security has always placed great emphasis on Training and Technical Support, underlined by ongoing investment in its training...

This new accreditation recognises the reliability of Octavian’s services and its capacity to deliver consistently Octavian Security has added yet another string to its bow, after becoming accredited as a top supplier to the utilities sector. The company was audited by Achilles Information for entry into its UVDB Verify Scheme – which represents the utilities industry – for its standards of practice, capacity to deliver, risk management and compliance wit...

Gareth will undertake customer site surveys and will introduce new Videx access control products to customers Videx Security, the leading supplier of door entry and access control systems, has appointed Gareth Bond as South West Sales Manager. He brings twenty years of experience in the security industry to his new role. The appointment emphasises Videx Security’s commitment to its customers in the South West. In his new position, Gareth will build upon the company's ex...

AMAG Technology’s Senior Systems Design Architect Adam Shane was selected as one of three top contributors AMAG Technology’s Senior Systems Design Architect, Adam Shane, was selected as one of three Top Contributors for the Smart Card Alliance Access Control Council for 2013. His leadership, time and input have contributed to the success of the council, and he was recognised at the Smart Card Alliance gala award dinner in Coral Gables, Florida on December 9, 2013....

This is a time where a whole industry is on the verge of changing the day-to-day lives of us all by introducing NFC technology. It is anticipated that NFC will serve much more use cases, especially in the consumer electronics realm, than just enabling mobile payments. COMPRION eases the verification process of this rather complex technology with its new NFC Robot and thus helps the industry to grow faster. NFC Forum standards harmonise quite a few related specifications to form a universal NFC...

Certification training is a free service for authorised Galaxy reseller partners and is taught by Galaxy’s technical team Galaxy Control Systems has recently completed its first certified dealer training programme in Dubai for its reseller partners in the region. Year over year growth in regional sales and demand for training were the impetus for the launch of the local five-day factory course, which was filled to capacity with participants from companies in the regi...

Bryan has been with VTI since 1996, first serving as the President of Loss Control Solutions VideoTronix, Incorporated dba VTI Security announces that Bryan Viau has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer, effective September 1, 2013. Bryan has been with VTI since 1996, first serving as the President of Loss Control Solutions, a subsidiary software company, until its sale in 2003. Since becoming Executive Vice President of VTI, he has been the driving force behind building...

Dortronics Systems, Inc., the industry's leading provider of standard and custom finish access control products, has introduced a new communication-capable, fail-safe control system, ideal for public restroom applications. The 43211-CB Communicating Bathroom System provides power to operate most low voltage locking mechanisms including maglocks, strikes and electrified locksets, and is ideal for use in a two-door restroom facility such as those located in dormitories or healthcare facilities. E...

The accreditation allows Securfid to implement the LEGIC technology into individual and secure solutions Securfid GmbH in Bonn, Germany, now belongs to the LEGIC partner network. Securfid is a system integrator specialised in security in RFID communication. The accreditation as official LEGIC license partner allows the company to implement the LEGIC technology into individual and secure solutions. In 2012, Securfid was founded by experts in the field of security, IT and m...

All NFC-enabled mobiles distributed by China Mobile must pass the high quality test solutions from Germany With the goal in mind to offer the best user experience to their customers, China Mobile has started their own comprehensive testing programme before launching NFC services. From now on, all mobile handsets, no matter from which manufacturer, will be checked thoroughly in China Mobile’s own labs. Handsets will only get approved once it is guaranteed that the com...