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Singapore Airlines is reportedly one of the world's leading carriers with 16 million passengers per year flying its top-ranked gateway spanning five continents and 59 cities.  Widely known as a symbol of service excellence, Singapore Airlines is committed to providing customers with the best flying experience through an innovative product and service offering.First class security ...Safety and security is seen by Singapore Airlines as a top priority.  As a sign of this commitment and w...

Complus Teltronic, innovators in Intercom Technology, bring Interactive Help Points, designed specifically for the Mass Transit Market, to Railtex 2007.  Visitors to the stand (W70) will be able to operate the Help Points via a built in touch screen and see how the application would work in a station or platform environment.The Help Points achieve crystal clear hands free speech using Full Open Duplex® technology (talk and listen at the same time), even with high ambient background nois...

LILIN, one of the World's largest CCTV manufacturers, today announced the launch of a new corporate identity, in readiness for its move towards a single brand solution. The company is to change its brand, with immediate effect, from CS Li-Lin to LILIN.  A new logo is to be introduced, reinforcing the company's values of offering cutting edge products and continuous technological development, whilst remaining committed to the provision to the highest standard of service and product o...

Dallmeier's Video over IP workshops in November proved a total success.  Due to the high interest additional dates were arranged and were swiftly booked up."Video over IP" is a subject that you see everywhere at the moment.  Dallmeier is manufacturer and project manager of the world's biggest real-time IP video system in the Venetian Macau and of the first fully digital CCTV/IP casino system in the USA for the Barona Casino in San Diego.  These are just two examp...

JVC's VN-C625U IP network dome cameras are integrated in a state-of-the-art deployable camera system that uses 3G mobile phone technology.  The camera systems are designed by ClearView Communications based in Chelmsford Essex, UK.  Crime prevention officers, local authorities, developers and housing associations are currently using the system for a variety of applications including vandalism, fraud, theft, fly-tipping and anti-social behaviour.  The ability to rapidly deploy d...

IndigoVision has released a suite of advanced analytics integrated within its complete IP Video solution.  These algorithms run both in real-time on live video and also on recorded video using ‘Control Center', IndigoVision's enterprise video and alarm management software.  Real time analytics are located at the edge of the network, i.e. at the camera, making the solution totally scalable.  CCTV operators can now detect events as they happen such as congestion, stolen object...

When it comes to the use of measures such as CCTV and ID cards the approach taken by individual countries has, in the past, been markedly different.  Recent developments however suggest a growing convergence in approach. In France for example the use of ID cards - although not compulsory - is a long established practice whereas, until relatively recently, CCTV was tightly controlled, driven by a desire to uphold privacy.  When it comes to Britain the experience is very much the reverse...

Sadly in many areas of the UK arson accounts for a worryingly high proportion of fires.  In some locations this can amount to 70% of all incidents, causing tens of millions of pounds worth of damage and disruption every year.  Fortunately, protection against the threat of criminal attack, and specifically in this case arson, can be provided by remotely monitored CCTV - particularly overnight. This is especially important given that, according to the Arson Prevention Bureau, 84% of &lsq...

The Octavian Group of Companies, the parent company of internationally operating security company, Octavian Security, has appointed solicitor Avi Pawar as its director of global strategy & compliance.In this new role, the litigation and employment law specialist will head up the Octavian Group's HR and Legal teams as it expands internationally in Dubai, Holland and beyond. Avi joins Octavian from leading West Midlands law firm, Pickerings Solicitors with five years experience as a practi...

COE Group plc, the developer and supplier of advanced video surveillance systems, announces that it has appointed Ian Jefferson to the Board as Finance Director.Mr Jefferson is currently Group Financial Controller of the 600 Group plc, an international manufacturer of machine tools, and was formerly Finance & Operations Director of Mila Hardware, a subsidiary of Heywood Williams Group plc.  He is a qualified accountant with audit experience at Robson Rhodes and also has degrees in physi...

HID Connect, the partnership arm of HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, was proud to hold its first EMEA region iNNOVATION conference on November 29-30, 2006.  Introducing HID Connect to development partners in EMEA, the event followed the success of the iNNOVATION2006 conference held in San Diego in September 2006.More than 20 development partners participated in the two-day event held at the Radisson SAS hotel at London Stansted airport.  To supplement...

Dr Oliver Vellacott, CEO of IndigoVision, outlines how investment in existing CCTV systems can be safeguarded when migrating to an IP Video solution. The IP Video market is growing rapidly, having been accepted as a mature technology with a field proven record.  IP networking of CCTV, access control and intruder alarms will eventually penetrate the majority of the market - it has too many cost and performance advantages not to do so.  But what does this mean for legacy systems? How ca...

Videotec, leading manufacturer of CCTV products, has recently appointed Bob Groom as UK & Ireland Sales Manager.  Groom will be responsible for British and Irish markets and will develop existing and future business in the area.  With a very good experience in the CCTV and security industry, Groom joins Videotec having worked for Sanyo, specifically involved in the sales and marketing of CCTV products.Groom said of his appointment:"I am very excited about this new ch...

Pelco is proud to announce that it was recognized recently by the Edge organisation at their 15th Anniversary Conference held in St. Louis.  Pelco received the Supplier Growth Award for exceeding Edge's annual goals for supplier growth."This achievement exemplifies the strong working relationship the Edge distributors have with Pelco, and the extraordinary results that come about with strategic planning and working together throughout the year," says Ronald Meyers, Chairman of...

Agent Video Intelligence Inc (Agent Vi), the global leader in enterprise-grade video analytics, today announced the appointment of Russel Salmon, CPA, as Chief Financial and Operations Officer, effective immediately.  "The addition of Russel Salmon as CFO and COO rounds out our leadership team as we expand our presence and capabilities as a global company," stated David Anthony, Chairman of Agent Vi's Board of Directors and Managing Partner of 21Ventures, the company's lead invest...

New adaptable infra-red illuminators supplied by CBC (Europe) have been installed at Eggborough Power Station to improve the night time surveillance of security camera images monitoring the British Energy-operated, 2GW coal-fired power station located near Selby, North Yorkshire.The IR/500 series long-range infra-red LED illuminators supplied support 13 pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) CCTV cameras.  These cameras survey various access gates around the site perimeter as well as various entry points and...

First Security, the City's premier manned guarding business, has appointed Russell Smith to the newly created position of Director of Human Resources (HR).  He will be directly responsible for all strategic personnel issues relating to the company's 1800 employees.Commenting on his appointment, Jonathan Levine, First Security's Managing Director says: "Russell has been brought in to add further weight and professionalism to our HR function, and to give it more representatio...

Nextiva delivers actionable intelligence to Government, Transportation, Corporate, Financial Services and Retail Markets Verint Systems Inc., a leading provider of analytic software-based solutions for security and business intelligence today announced the European introduction of a number of new products in its Nextiva portfolio of next-generation video management technology at the IIPSEC trade show in the UK in January.  The expanded Nextiva portfolio includes:• Nextiva Video Analyti...

German CCTV manufacturer Dallmeier will present its over-all concept for the specific requirements of casino applications at International Casino Exhibition (ICE).In Casinos, high quality, efficient CCTV surveillance is becoming more and more important.  Dallmeier is offering complete, customised solutions for this market segment.Particularly in the casino market it is very important to work very closely together with the customer to produce a tailor-made solution which fits the casino's ne...

Nortech Control Systems have launched a new webiste. The new site has been organised into two sections which represent the company's two strategic markets. The 'Parking & Automation' and 'Access Control' divisions have been set up to help users find the information they require quicker and easier. All the information and tools from the previous site are available, plus more. Nortech have provided more detailed product information and recent case studies.Find the...

Enhanced CCTV coverage with over 100 cameras plus the latest digital recording and networking facilities covering areas, including Kings Cross, Finsbury Park and the new Emirates stadiumTyco Traffic & Transportation, part of Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions, has installed an upgraded CCTV system that is helping the London Borough of Islington improve safety and security. A new, enhanced command and control room replaces the old Kings Cross control room that opened in 1997 and had run out...

Frontline Security Solutions has helped a leading Surrey school install a high specification CCTV system boasting 44 camerasSunbury Manor School has 1070 pupils and shares its grounds with a local leisure centre.  Frontline Security Solutions was awarded a contract to design and install a CCTV system that would take advantage of the latest technology.  As part of that process, Frontline carried out a full site survey and then conducted a product evaluation session for the school, which...

The show organisers of Integrated Systems Europe 2007 today announced that 95% of available space had been sold, leaving only a handful of booths available.Integrated Systems Europe surprised the market and the exhibition industry with this news, confirming that ISE is on pace to set a record-breaking event.  With the fourth show just three months away, ISE 2007 has grown larger, with the newly booked Hall Four nearly full.  During the last 6 months, the show organisers have reacted qu...

The police intend to expand a groundbreaking scheme that will see small and medium-sized businesses gather local intelligence on suspicious persons and activities for the benefit of all.The move was disclosed by Detective Constable Ian Mansfield, Counter Terrorism Security Adviser to the City of London police, at a Reliance Security Services conference in London on November 14th. The police are hoping to build on the success of Project Griffin, an innovative scheme that has involved private secu...

High demand for Hirsch Security Systems results in additional investment from CorporateTo support the continued rapid growth in Hirsch Electronics business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Hirsch announced today the expansion of Hirsch EMEA, Hirsch's European sales and support office located in Milan, Italy.  Hirsch has added pre- and post-sales support staff, additional technical support specialists, technology infrastructure, and has also announced plans for additional sales sta...

HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, has announced that its iCLASS® R10, R30, R40, RK40 and RP40 model access control readers have been approved by U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) as Transparent Contactless Readers for their FIPS 201 Approved Products List.  The certifications now enable HID Global to provide government agencies and other organizations with a trusted source for FIPS 201 certified contactless smart card readers.  In addition...

HID Global, a leading manufacturer in the access control industry, today announced that it would be exhibiting at ID World Milan 2006.  At the event, HID Global will demonstrate how to enhance the security of a card using features such as UV ink, micro fine printing, and holograms in order to help create a secure and personalised card for organizations of all sizes and backgrounds.  The company will also display its product range, including the award winning 13.56 MHz iCLASS® techn...

When it comes to the application of CCTV it is vital that the privacy of individuals is respected, a fact reflected in legislation and the setting-up of bodies such as the UK's Information Commissioner's Office which recently called for a debate on the 'surveillance society'.  With this in mind I am pleased to report that the technical committee - TC/10 - of the BSIA's CCTV Section has created a best practice guide that focuses specifically on Privacy Masking.  This...

The new blog with personal views from Frank DeFina offers insight to the industry and provides a forum for dynamic customer feedback. Taking a core approach to relationship marketing, Panasonic System Solutions Company (PSSA) has announced the creation of a blog by its president, Frank DeFina.  The blog site will provide a forum for an open and interactive dialogue between Mr DeFina and members of the professional security community, as well as helping to put a human face on the compan...

Logistics Manager joins LILINLILIN, Taiwan' largest CCTV manufacturer, today announced the appointment of David Loveridge as Logistics Manager.The position has been created following continued growth within the company.  In his new role David Loveridge will be responsible for Supply Chain Management and Warehouse Operations.  With over 18 years experience within logistics, David joins LILIN having previously worked at Belkin Ltd.  David's earlier roles include Contract Man...