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Secutech, Asia’s premier security exhibition, will be held from 22 – 24 April 2026 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre, Hall 1. This edition promises a robust showcase of more than 400 international exhibitors and an expected influx of over 15,000 visitors. Against the backdrop of Taiwan’s government investing USD 3 billion to accelerate its transformation into an “AI island”, this year’s focus will centre on four key industry pillars across seven thematic zones prioritising intelligent security solutions that integrate AIoT and data-driven technologies to enable proactive safety, precise management, and sustainable operations. Demand for next-generation solutions With AI playing a key role in Taiwan’s new development plan, Ms Regina Tsai, General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch stated: "Taiwan’s significant investment in AI and smart security technologies is fuelling demand for next-generation solutions." "Consequently, Secutech provides a preview of Taiwan’s security future by bringing together global pioneers from the security, fire safety, disaster prevention, occupational safety, building technology, and cybersecurity sectors.” Four key industry pillars This year’s show highlights four key industry pillars, each centred around the implementation of smart security technologies across key verticals: Critical Infrastructure Protection: featuring AIoT, image recognition, sensing, and cybersecurity to enable comprehensive “predict–detect–respond–recover” capabilities, strengthening resilience across vital sectors such as energy, transportation, healthcare, and manufacturing. Smart Fire Safety & Emergency Response: Showcasing AI visual detection, thermal sensing, wireless monitoring, and smart fire control systems to build intelligent city-wide safety networks for improved disaster and rescue management. Smart Industrial Safety & ESG Protection: Centred on smart tech, digitalisation, and sustainability, with demonstrations of AI wearables, gas detectors, and cloud safety management platforms that assist industries in achieving zero accident, zero downtime, and zero carbon targets. Sustainable Smart Building & ESG Applications: Focusing on energy efficiency, low carbon footprint, health, and safety through innovations like BIM/FM/GIS systems, AIoT energy control, and indoor air quality monitoring, supporting the construction industry’s transition to net-zero and smart living environments. Convergence of IT and OT systems The solutions and products pertaining to these pillars will be organised thematically into seven zones and pavilions – Critical Infrastructure Security, Smart Surveillance, AI Innovation, Smart Living & Building, Smart Industrial Safety, Fire & Disaster Rescue, and the AIoT Cybersecurity Pavilion – each designed to provide visitors with a hands-on look at cutting-edge, cross-sector security innovations from around the world. Secutech 2026 will also spotlight Cybersecurity & AI integration, addressing the convergence of IT and OT systems and emphasising AI threat detection, Zero Trust Architecture, and supply chain security. These will align with international standards such as ISA/IEC 62443 to meet evolving local and global security demands. Key industry players and system integrators Ms Tsai commented: “For key industry players and system integrators in Taiwan, this event serves as a vital one-stop platform to discover cutting-edge products, gain fresh industry insights, and foster international partnerships. By creating unparalleled opportunities to enhance visibility and maximise return on investment across the entire value chain, Secutech continues to propel the industry towards a safer, smarter future for Taiwan and beyond.” To complement the exhibition, the Asia Disaster Prevention Summit will be held concurrently. This summit assembles experts to share insights on earthquake case studies, cross-border collaboration, and innovative approaches to strengthening disaster resilience in Taiwan and the wider Asia-Pacific region. The fair also takes place alongside the concurrent Fire & Safety and SMAbuilding events. Secutech is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch and is part of a global network of Safety, Security & Fire trade fairs. The next edition will be held from 22 to 24 April 2026.

Secutech Thailand 2025 opened at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC), placing the spotlight firmly on smart security and fire safety technologies. The show will take place alongside Fire & Safety Thailand, Thailand Smart City Expo, and EdTEX, featuring over 400 exhibitors from more than 10 countries and regions. This global cross-section offers visitors the opportunity to explore the latest industry-wide innovations across the 11,600 sqm fairground. A comprehensive fringe programme includes seminars where industry experts will share valuable insights on cutting-edge smart technologies, fostering both collaboration and education. Supported by robust government and public sector backing, the show acts as a key nexus for advancing Thailand’s smart city vision. Future of security and fire safety Ms Regina Tsai, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch, offered insights into the show’s smart product focus: “We recognise that the future of the security and fire safety industries lies in smarter, more integrated solutions." "Secutech Thailand has brought together the most innovative exhibitors, pioneering industry experts, and key government and public sector partners to create a dynamic hub where knowledge, technology, and collaboration intersect to shape the future of both industries.” Smart city transformation A new strategic partnership with N.C.C. Management and Development, organisers of the co-located Thailand Smart City Expo, significantly broadens visitors’ access to cross-sector business opportunities and reinforces Secutech Thailand’s position as the country’s pioneering platform for security and fire safety innovation. Ms Tsai explained: “Our partnership with N.C.C. Management and Development elevates the show’s strategic value by enabling deeper integration and unlocking substantial cross-sector business opportunities for both visitors and exhibitors.” This collaboration, especially when considered alongside the concurrent Fire & Safety Thailand and co-located EdTEX, will help accelerate Thailand’s smart city transformation while broadening the scope of opportunities for visitors. Latest smart security and fire safety applications To facilitate simpler sourcing, Secutech Thailand will feature five specialised solution categories that showcase the latest smart security and fire safety applications: Surveillance & Access Control, which includes AI cameras, biometric access, and visitor management platforms to enhance security and efficiency. Fire & Safety Systems, presenting detectors, alarms, and suppression technologies to protect lives and assets. Disaster Prevention & Critical Communication, offering seismic monitoring, gas detection, PA/evacuation systems, and anti-drone solutions crucial for urban resilience. Smart Technologies & Mobility, highlighting 5G, IoT, building automation, robotics, EV charging, and intelligent traffic management. Integrated Safety & Security Systems, demonstrating the integration of video analytics, cloud computing, and big data for comprehensive urban management. Fringe programme seminar highlights Complementing these solution categories is an extensive fringe programme where industry experts will share key insights on the smart technologies shaping the future of security, fire safety, and smart cities. Designed to encourage knowledge exchange, insightful seminars will equip attendees with the tools and understanding needed to navigate and stay ahead of emerging trends in the rapidly evolving industry landscape. Highlights include: AI Disruption and the Future of Smart Factories: Opportunities, Challenges, and Adaptation for Smart Cities: Mr Thammarat Arsasuwan, a lecturer at Siam Technology College, will reveal how AI is transforming smart factories and the implications for smart city development. Digital Futures of Urban Living: Shaping Smart Cities with IoT and AI: Dr Suthat Krongchon of the Thai IoT Association will explain how IoT and AI technologies are driving the evolution of future urban living and smart city planning. Safe and Smart Use of Drones in Security and Smart City Applications: Mr Kasitbhat Intuyos, from the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT), will talk about the best practices and safety considerations for drone use in security and smart city contexts. Development of the Thai AI platform model Other seminar topics will cover innovation in disaster prevention and mitigation, sustainable CCTV solutions, cybersecurity for smart infrastructure, and the development of the Thai AI platform model for smart city applications – highlighting the technologies and strategies driving the future of urban resilience, security, and sustainable development. This year’s show benefits from strong support by key government and public organisations driving the nation’s adoption of smarter security and fire safety technologies. This wide-ranging cross-sector backing highlights the event’s extensive industry representation and demonstrates its role in preparing visitors to capitalise on major government and industry initiatives like Thailand 4.0 and the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). Some of the key supporting organisations participating at Secutech 2025 include: Association of Municipalities and Cities Bangkok Fire and Rescue Department Drone Association of Thailand Fire and Rescue Association National Cyber Security Agency National Municipal League of Thailand Thai Chamber of Commerce Thai Generator Association Thai IoT Association Thai Intelligent CCTV Association Thai Mechanical and Electrical Consulting Engineer Association Thai Security Association The Building Inspectors Association The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand Thailand Convention Exhibition Bureau Thailand Information Security Association Thailand Productivity Institute Fire safety products There will be much for visitors to explore on the show floor, with highlights including pioneering security exhibitors such as HIP Global Co Ltd, Motorola Solutions, Vive Co Ltd, and many more, while featured fire safety products range from Dahua & Wisualarm’s smart fire detection systems to Sanlien Technology Corp’s expert structural and vibration monitoring solutions. The fair’s business matching programme facilitates strategic connections between exhibitors and key industry stakeholders. Buyers from the Thai government, local hospitals, hotels, law enforcement agencies, industrial sectors, and provincial fire stations are actively invited to participate. With over 115 sessions already scheduled, the programme seeks to maximise opportunities for exhibitors and buyers to forge successful partnerships within a rapidly evolving market increasingly focused on smarter, integrated solutions.

With safe, secure smart city initiatives central to Thailand’s economic ambitions, Secutech Thailand – the country’s pioneering platform for security and fire safety technologies – will return from 5 – 7 November 2025 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC). At a press conference held at the same venue, fair organisers, government officials, industry pioneers, and suppliers and service providers came together to discuss the products and solutions that will play a major role in guiding the nation’s vision for safe, connected, and smart urban living. Functionality of smarter urban systems During the press conference, representatives from the Bangkok Fire and Rescue Department, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa), and the Thai IoT Association, alongside pioneering brands such as HIP, Hitachi, and TOA Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd., reinforced their support for the show by highlighting how security and fire safety are inseparably paired with Thailand’s smart city ambitions. They further emphasised how safety enables the functionality of smarter urban systems, reinforcing the fair’s role as a catalyst for innovation and improved quality of life. Ms Regina Tsai, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch, elaborated: “Our vision is simple: you cannot build a truly smart city without first building a safe city. Secutech Thailand 2025 will showcase critical security and fire safety solutions that ensure future cities are both intelligent and protected.” New collaboration with N.C.C. Backed by key public and private partners, Secutech Thailand 2025 will leverage the rapid growth of the nation’s smart city sector, which continues to receive strong support from the Thai government as part of its Thailand 4.0 and Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) initiatives. The industry’s continued development is directly reflected in increased interest surrounding the upcoming fair, which is set to host over 400 exhibitors from 10 countries and regions including Australia, China, India, Korea, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and the UAE, alongside an anticipated 14,000 visitors – with both figures more than double last year’s totals. This year marks an exciting new collaboration with N.C.C. Management and Development, who not only manage the 11,600 sqm fairground, but also organise the co-located Thailand Smart City Expo. The synergy between both shows promises to enhance the visitor and exhibitor experience, delivering a business environment that brings the key players of both industries under one roof. New business possibilities “Our new partnership with N.C.C. and the rapidly growing scale of the exhibition reflects the tremendous momentum and interest in safe smart city development across the region,” continued Ms Tsai. “Secutech Thailand not only spotlights critical technologies but also offers immense business potential for exhibitors and buyers looking to pave the way to the future of Thailand’s expanding smart city market. This collaboration with the Thailand Smart City Expo amplifies opportunities for stakeholders to explore integrated solutions and accelerate the country’s smart urban transformation.” In addition, the concurrent Fire & Safety Thailand and co-located EdTEX, allow for even deeper cross-sector synergies, opening up new business possibilities across all major industry verticals and strengthening international cooperation in urban safety and innovation. Five key solution categories With the industry’s future in mind, Secutech Thailand 2025 has also pinpointed five key solution categories essential for smarter cities: Surveillance & Access Control: featuring AI and panoramic cameras, advanced video management systems, biometric access, smart locks, and visitor management platforms to enhance security and operational efficiency. Fire & Safety Systems: showcasing detectors, alarms, aspirating smoke detection, wireless panels, and suppression systems designed to protect lives and assets. Disaster Prevention & Critical Communication: including seismic warning and structural monitoring, gas detection, PA/evacuation systems, and anti-drone solutions vital for urban resilience. Smart Technologies & Mobility: presenting 5G and IoT solutions, building automation, smart home systems, robotics, EV charging infrastructure, and intelligent traffic management. Integrated Safety & Security Systems: demonstrating the convergence of video analytics, cloud computing, and big data for comprehensive urban management. Security exhibitor highlights Pioneering security exhibitors at this year’s fair will showcase a wide array of advanced technologies spanning the five categories designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of smart cities. Highlights include: HIP Global Co Ltd, offering cutting-edge AI CCTV cameras capable of tracking driver behaviour and sleep detection, as well as smart biometric systems. The company also provides fire extinguishing drones, combining security monitoring with innovative safety responses. Innodep Inc specialises in intelligent video security management, integrating AI-powered analytics, big data, cloud computing, and IoT technologies. Solutions are tailored to support complex smart city environments with real-time data and seamless urban safety integration. Motorola Solutions provides comprehensive video surveillance and access control technologies designed to enable rapid response, helping to protect people and property by improving situational awareness and streamlining security operations. Synology Inc produces highly optimised network-attached storage (NAS) devices that support efficient data management and IP surveillance. The company’s solutions help cities handle the increasing data demands of urban security infrastructures. Viva Co Ltd focuses on AI-powered facial recognition and licence plate recognition (LPR) systems. These advanced technologies enhance identification, monitoring, and traffic management capabilities in smart urban settings. Fire safety exhibitor highlights In the fire safety sector, pioneering companies will also present innovative products across the five key categories that are crucial for safeguarding people and infrastructure in Thailand’s evolving smart cities. Highlights include: Dahua & Wisualarm, set to showcase smart fire detection systems that integrate intelligent video analytics, enhancing early warning capabilities and improving response accuracy in fire safety management. Lubi Industries LLP manufactures reliable and advanced industrial pumping solutions key to effective fire safety systems, ensuring consistent performance in emergency scenarios. NAFFCO showcases a comprehensive range of firefighting equipment and protection systems, from extinguishers to emergency response vehicles, supporting urban resilience and public safety. RKH Engineering & Service (Thailand) Co Ltd specialises in gas detection and flame detection technologies, alongside integrated safety solutions that prevent hazards and ensure safe industrial and urban environments. Sanlien Technology Corp delivers expert structural and vibration monitoring systems that help maintain infrastructure integrity and safety, critical for sustainable urban development. EV safety innovations Secutech Thailand 2025 will also offer a comprehensive fringe programme featuring forums on AI disruption in smart factories, AI security and data centres, cybersecurity for smart cities, drone applications for the future of security, digital urban futures with IoT and AI, as well as electric vehicle (EV) safety innovations.  These sessions will provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of urban environments.

Security solutions today do more than merely observe and prevent criminal activity. Systems are increasingly tasked with making sense of the world around us. At Intersec 2018, which took place 21st - 23rd January in Dubai, manufacturers set out to show how predictive analytics and artificial intelligence are already being used in real world applications: predicting criminal behaviour, managing traffic, and streamlining smart city operations. Dubai smart city initiatives Dubai is a particularly appropriate location to showcase how artificial intelligence and smart city projects have become intrinsically linked. Under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, authorities in Dubai have set out to “make Dubai the happiest city on Earth” by adopting cutting-edge smart city initiatives. Dubai Police, a longstanding partner of Intersec, has launched a range of public safety initiatives including Smart Police IOS apps, traffic accident and location systems, and SOS apps for wearable devices. At the show, Dubai Police showcased how artificial intelligence can power new Robocop prototypes – unarmed, life-sized patrolling robots carrying facial recognition software and automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) technology for evidence collection.Dubai Police, a longstanding partner of Intersec, has launched a range of public safety initiatives including Smart Police IOS apps Hikvision AI+ forum At the busy Hikvision stand, visitors were presented with the company’s latest AI-powered products, including DeepinView Series IP cameras and DeepinMind Series NVRs. Hikvision demonstrated its commitment to artificial intelligence with the global launch of its AI+ strategy, giving partners an exclusive insight into the company’s latest solutions. The event proved popular, with over 250 guests showing an interest in the latest surveillance applications for deep learning technology. Key figures in attendance were Hikvision President Mr. Yangzhong Hu, and Hikvision General Manager of MENA Mr. Binson Xu, who outlined how the company is leveraging AI and cloud technology to move beyond traditional surveillance systems and make sense of video data. Hikvision compounded its commitment to artificial intelligence with the global launch of its AI+ strategy Artificial Intelligence at the edge The key question, according to Hikvision, is whether cloud-based AI is the ultimate solution, and how we can solve the intrinsic problems of cloud-based analytics. For Hikvision, the answer is a multi-layered solution bringing AI-powered analytics from the cloud to the edge device. In the AI-Cloud framework, data is collected and analysed at the edge using deep learning technology, before target information is transmitted to the network and ultimately deployed to the cloud. According to Hikvision, the system classifies and recognises features more accurately than traditional analytics, making it perfect for facial recognition, people counting and traffic management. This is because raw data is analysed before compression occurs, preventing data loss and providing more essential detail. The framework ultimately reduces the burden placed on the data centre, as only relevant target information is transmitted via the network.The framework ultimately reduces the burden placed on the data centre, as only relevant target information is transmitted The Chinese manufacturer was keen to stress that Hikvision’s AI technology is already proving effective in real-world applications, citing use cases in law enforcement, traffic management and smart cities. The AI+ cloud solution takes this technology to the next stage. Video data for smarter cities Hikvision was not the only video manufacturer to focus on intelligent city surveillance. For Stuart Rawling, Pelco’s Director of Global Business Development, the big question for smart cities is how we can capture as much data as possible – from weather information to traffic data – to provide wholistic surveillance that allows for truly actionable insights. Pelco’s stand demonstrated how this vision is fast becoming a reality. The IP video manufacturer showcased its latest Optera™ Panoramic multi-sensor camera offering, targeting large outdoor areas such as parks and traffic intersections. According to Rawling, the solution is already improving response times for police departments in cities like Fresno, California, where 24/7 real-time monitoring and event management have contributed to increased public and officer safety. Genetec Security Center integrates video surveillance footage, ANPR data, record management systems and gunshot detection Automated intelligence for law enforcement Pelco partners Genetec placed a similar emphasis on actionable video intelligence. Genetec's intelligent automation means moving beyond image capture to make sense of video data and provide critical insights to security professionals.Genetec’s Citigraf technology has already been deployed by Chicago Police Department to predict potential criminal activity Key technologies on display included the latest version of Genetec Security Center. The solution integrates video surveillance footage, ANPR data, record management systems and gunshot detection to provide actionable insights to law enforcement professionals. Genetec’s Citigraf technology, built on the Security Center interface, has already been deployed by Chicago Police Department to predict potential criminal activity, improving response times and reducing gun crime in the city. Intersec 2018 was an opportunity for manufacturers and authorities to demonstrate that intelligent analytics and AI can no longer be considered concepts for the distant future: In the Middle East and globally, public safety is getting smarter.

In the past year, ONVIF prepared the release of two new profiles, Profiles Q and A, which are currently in Release Candidate status, being fine-tuned by developers from member organisations. They are ONVIF’s fourth and fifth profiles, with Profile Q addressing easy set-up and advanced security features and Profile A encompassing daily tasks for access control. ONVIF also hit major milestones in 2015, reaching the 5,000-conformant product mark and maintaining a membership of more than 500 members, which include manufacturers, consultants, integrators and media members.  In addition, ONVIF held two successful Plugfests in 2015: one in June hosted by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. in Durham, N.C. and a second hosted by Dahua Technology in Hangzhou, China, in November. Both events included multiple testings of ONVIF conformant video, access control and edge devices ONVIF Profiles Q and A 2016 final release In looking ahead to 2016, ONVIF is excited about its work on developing a new video profile that will incorporate recent technological developments. The final release for Profiles Q and A are also slated for 2016. ONVIF will be an exhibitor at trade shows such as Intersec 2016 in Dubai, ISC West and at specifier- and consultant-centric gatherings such as the International Association of Security Professionals 2016 conference in April. We will continue to work hard at engaging our existing members and will reach out to potential members who can offer valuable contributions to the development of future ONVIF profiles. Interoperability demand to rise in 2016 At a broader level, 2016 will likely see a rise of the smart city, which will bring interoperability to new heights. We may also see other industries enter the physical security industry, as our industry’s potential role in IoT becomes more apparent across markets. Though I am obviously biased, I think interoperability will be the major trend of 2016 in the security industry. There is so much unrealised potential in integrated systems that I think the power of multiple integrations will be exploited more fully in the coming year. The call for all physical security systems to share one interface will remain strong in the coming year, which is an idea that is at the very centre of ONVIF’s mission and work. In the world of international standards, this year the ONVIF specification was officially adopted by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The IEC is a non-profit, non-governmental international standards organisation that creates and publishes international standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies. That means the ONVIF specification is now part of a world-wide, internationally recognised global standard, which likely will be significant as the Internet of Things grows in strength and industries use IEC standards in their manufacturing to facilitate interoperability across industries. This is “kind of a big deal,” as the saying goes.  See the full coverage of 2015/2016 Review and Forecast articles here