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Award-winning global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is proud to announce the signing of two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), which took place during New Zealand Prime Minister Rt Hon Christopher Luxon’s five-day trip to India last month.  Aimed at enhancing New Zealand’s presence in key sectors in India, including education, technology, tourism, investment, manufacturing, food and primary industries, Prime Minister Luxon’s visit marked a significant milest...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, is reinforcing its commitment to providing comprehensive life safety solutions across industries by unveiling solutions designed specifically for the non-acute healthcare and correctional facilities industries. The company’s non-acute bundled solution combines advanced security and fire prevention technologies to help modernise healthcare facilities, improve safety and enhance overall patient and staff experience....

Axis Communications, the pioneer in video surveillance, is proud to announce the continued growth of Axis Cloud Connect as key partners unveil new solutions and integrations at this year’s ISC West Conference. One year after its launch, Axis Cloud Connect is playing a pivotal role in advancing cloud-connected solutions, with partners including Eagle Eye Networks, SecuriThings, and Wesco introducing new innovations that leverage its scalability, flexibility, and industry-pioneering cy...

Allied Telesis, a pioneer in connectivity solutions and intelligent networking tools, announces a strategic technology collaboration with Digital Watchdog (DW). Building on the commitment to innovation, Allied Telesis introduces StreamConnect for DW Spectrum, a dedicated plugin for DW Spectrum IPVMS. This integration enhances network visibility, simplifies device management, and ensures a smarter and more efficient surveillance solution. Advanced surveillance technology StreamConnect is a fam...

Advanced Data Risk Management (ADRM), a pioneer in security consulting and managed security services and EyeOTmonitor, a pioneer in network and systems health management for the security industry, are proud to announce a strategic partnership. This collaboration will integrate EyeOTmonitor’s advanced health monitoring capabilities into ADRM’s Security Management Platform, DEFENDER, providing clients with enhanced system health monitoring and real-time change management awareness wi...

Delta, a pioneer in power management and smart green solutions, highlighted at Hannover Messe 2025 a versatile set of AI-driven smart manufacturing, energy infrastructure, and data centre solutions. These include the award-winning D-Bot series cobots, featuring advanced cognitive capabilities and integration with NVIDIA Omniverse to develop next-generation digital twins; and DeltaGrid®, the AI-enabled energy management platform to optimise efficiency in the energy infrastructure supporting...

Jacksons Fencing successfully supplied and installed its state-of-the-art EuroGuard® Rebound sports mesh fencing at West Beach Tennis Courts in Whitstable, Kent. In partnership with LTA Tennis Foundation, this installation marks a key milestone in Canterbury City Council’s initiative to upgrade local sports infrastructure while reinforcing Jacksons Fencing’s reputation as a pioneer in high-quality, long-lasting fencing solutions for all applications, including sports and re...

As airports invest heavily in automation, biometrics, security, self-service and personalised commercial services, terminal layouts must evolve alongside these innovations. The traditional model involving rows of check-in counters, static security areas, and inefficient passenger flows no longer makes sense. Instead, airports need seamless integration, where smart technology and intelligent design work together to reduce congestion and make the most out of every square metre. Acquisition of CC...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services company, is pleased to announce that a member of its Technology Services business unit has been named to the Security Industry Association (SIA) 2025 Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100 list. Candice Zelaya, regional strategic installation manager for Allied Universal Technology Services, was selected for her demonstrated excellence in leadership, innovation and impact of contributions on her team....

RecFaces, an international facial recognition software vendor, is excited to announce an upcoming panel discussion on the transformative role of biometric technology in APAC airports. Titled “Smart Airports Start with Smart Tech: Facial Biometrics for APAC Airports,” the online event is to be held on April 30 at 15:00 IST and bring together top industry experts to discuss how AI-driven biometrics is reshaping air travel. Biometrics to streamline journey Industry polls reveal that...

Modern measurement technologies enable high-precision detection of the movement of liquids and gases - and thus provide valuable data for numerous applications. How does the air flow around an aeroplane? How does the blood move through our veins? And how can pollutant emissions in combustion processes be minimised? For this purpose, speed, direction, pressure and turbulence within a flow are analysed in order to increase efficiency, ensure safety and drive innovation in a wide variety of areas....

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of IQ Panel 5. Powered by a Qualcomm® DrangonWing™ processor, the IQ Panel 5 preserves the features of the IQ Panel 4 that end users know and love while delivering a new powerful platform of the future. The IQ Panel 5 will be on display at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, from March 31-April 4 (Booth 18033) for attendees to experience firsthand. Intuitive IQ Panel 5 packs “Deale...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced the introduction of PowerG +, the next generation of trusted PowerG technology. PowerG + adds new, in-demand features atop PowerG's strong foundational capabilities to power the next generation of security and home automation. Modern security protocols “PowerG + uplevels our proprietary wireless technology, helping us meet the evolving needs of dealers and end users while raising the bar for modern sec...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced a series of upgrades to their access control and video surveillance (ACVS) solutions. These product enhancements will integrate with existing security architectures to improve management of mission-critical security and protection for people, buildings and assets. They will transform customers’ security posture, unlocking new levels of operational agility and cost-effectiveness. Advanced access control...

Comelit-PAC LOGOS video door entry monitors have been installed at the luxury Mercantile residential development in just two weeks from quotation to project completion, thanks to the enhanced security technology. Situated in Ropewalks, a central hub in Liverpool, the Mercantile is a cosmopolitan living environment situated at the heart of the city. Featuring 32 one- and two-bedroom apartments together with a collection of penthouses, the development is suitable for buy-to-live and buy-to-l...

Fire and Security Apprenticeship Specialist, Skills for Security proudly marks the success of an inaugural Careers Fair, taking place near its Walsall training branch at The Bescot Stadium Locker Room. The event, designed to introduce local school leavers to career opportunities in the fire and security industry, welcomed an enthusiastic turnout of students, educators, and industry professionals. Fire and security sector The event provided a unique platform for students aged 14 to 18 to explo...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), reports early results from a county pilot project launched in January 2025. As announced on January 27, 2025, the county ordered three ROSA™ units paired with RAD’s advanced agentic AI Agent, SARA™. Two of the three units were installed two weeks ago, and the impact has been immediate. Real-time AI-initiated dispatches SARA d...

With a strong focus on regional growth in 2025, security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is proud to announce the internal promotions of four of its South Africa team members.  Stepping into their new roles from 1 April, Tarryn Fortune and Nico Smit have been appointed Sales Managers. Travis Dlamini steps into the position of Junior Repair Technician, and Joshua van Rensburg has been appointed Logistics Manager.  Key customer relationships Tarryn and Nico will be liable for drivin...

With surging crime rates, acute security staffing shortages, and mounting false alarms, organisations are desperately seeking smarter ways to strengthen their security while reducing costs. Hakimo, a pioneer in AI-powered physical security monitoring, announced a $10.5 million funding round and the launch of AI Operator, a breakthrough autonomous security agent that monitors existing security hardware, detects threats in real time, and executes response protocols just like a human security prof...

Omnilert, a pioneer in visual AI gun detection, announced that its Gun Detect solution has received full SAFETY Act Designation by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and is now elevated to the “Approved Technologies List”. Enacted by Congress in 2022, the Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies Act, or SAFETY Act, serves as one of the highest levels of accreditation offered by DHS and promotes the development and deployment of effective...

PureTech Systems Inc., a pioneer in geospatial AI-boosted video analytics for wide-area perimeter and border security, is proud to announce the integration of its patented, award-winning SaaS solution, PurifAI™, with IMMIX’s CS & GS video monitoring platforms. This integration delivers a breakthrough in video alarm validation, significantly reducing nuisance alarms while enhancing the efficiency of both self-monitoring and central monitoring operations. PureTech’s ad...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, will be present at The Security Event, which is being held 8–10 April 2025 at the NEC Arena in Birmingham.  The company will join its long-standing strategic partners, Axis Communications and Convergint on Stand: 5/F40, where they will present their innovative solutions designed to address the complex challenges of modern physical security landscapes. Latest cameras and access control solutions Genetec will showcas...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, has again demonstrated its people-first ethos, partnering with the UK’s Skills for Security to support the next generation of security professionals through their apprenticeship programmes.   Skills for Security is the UK’s pioneering apprenticeship training provider across the Electronic Fire and Security sector and is the preferred apprenticeship training provider in England for the security industry. Partnership wi...

Mercury Security, the pioneer in open architecture access control hardware, returns to ISC West to highlight a new addition to their industry-defining controller platform—the Mercury embedded application environment, an open platform that enables technology partners and OEMs to develop and deploy custom applications directly on Mercury MP Controllers. “We have a lot of exciting things happening at Mercury, and a dedicated booth at ISC West is the perfect place to showcase them,...

HID, a pioneer in trusted identity and access control solutions, is proud to introduce the new OMNIKEY SE Plug reader at ISC West, an ultra-compact and cable-free RFID reader for mobile use cases. This reader is a game-changer for organisations looking for seamless and secure authentication using a single credential across physical and digital environments. USB-C interface and MFA for security Designed with convenience and security in mind, it fits in a pocket or bag and is ideal for rem...

HID, pioneer in trusted identity and access management solutions, announced the launch of HID Integration Service, a platform that integrates physical security, cybersecurity and digital identity management. This integration platform-as-a-service (IPaaS) was designed to empower application developers, solution integrators and software vendors to seamlessly and rapidly integrate essential physical security solutions, streamlining processes and enhancing system interoperability. Physical securit...

HID, a pioneer in trusted identity and access control solutions, debuts its latest innovations at ISC West 2025. As the industry accelerates its shift toward mobile-first and seamless security integrations, HID has been working on solutions to create smoother and more secure access across touchpoints—from entryways to internal systems—optimising workflows and minimising disruptions. Integrated security ecosystems “HID is at the forefront of driving a world of seamless securi...

M2M Services, a pioneering provider of universal communicators, connectivity, and interactive services to a global network of companies across a wide range of industries, including security, announced the appointment of Avi Lupo as Executive Vice President of Global Strategic Planning. In this role, Lupo will lead global strategic planning across all M2M Services divisions—including M2M, Uplink, SecureNet and Alula. M2M is committed to building strong, long-term relationships with central...

Milestone Systems’ data-driven video technology took another leap in 2024: Financially, by outpacing the market with 18.7 percent growth in net revenue, reaching the DKK 2 billion mark - and technologically, with the strategic acquisition of BriefCam analytics and Arcules cloud. Milestone is now ready to expand and push technology boundaries. 2024 saw a remarkable transformation and success for Milestone. Breaking new ground through the strategic acquisitions of BriefCam analytics and Arc...

Growing businesses require flexibility and easy scalability from their access management. Choosing a secure digital solution which easily adapts and grows as needs change, ensures the organisation is prepared not just for now, but for the future. H.R. Owen is a dealership specialising in the sale, service and repair of luxury and sports cars. Its portfolio of high-end brands includes Lamborghini, Bentley, Aston Martin, Rolls Royce and Lotus. Based primarily in London, the company expanded...