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Darren Seed is responsible for leading capital markets and investor relations efforts, and corporate communications Avigilon Corporation, provider of trusted security solutions, announced the appointment of Darren Seed to the position of Vice President, Capital Markets & Communications. Mr. Seed's primary responsibilities are to build and maintain strategic relationships with the investment community and to expand Avigilon's institutional shareholder base. In addition to...

Aviation and Airports Security Seminar will be an essential event for those involved in public safety & security at airports and airlines The increasingly complex challenges of aviation and airport security will be the subject of a timely and highly informative seminar at CIVSEC 2016. The event, presented by aviation industry security experts, will highlight recent developments and future issues that are unique to the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. The moderator will be the C...

MIA’s solid customer-base and in-depth knowledge of the market is vital as Zwipe enters the Turkish market Zwipe recently announced a distribution agreement with MIA Teknoloji, a highly innovative solution provider focused on public and private organisational needs for secure infrastructures. Specialising in a range of biometric identification technologies, including solutions for banking, payment, identification and access control, MIA has a proven track record in intro...

Avigilon’s year over year sales growth outpaced that of the security industry Avigilon Corporation, provider of trusted security solutions, reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2016. All figures are in United States ("US") dollars unless otherwise stated. First quarter 2016 financial highlights Revenue was $69.9 million, an increase of 15% over Q1 2015 revenue of $60.6 million Gross margin was 57%, down from 59% a year earlier Adjusted EB...

VCA’s highly acclaimed video analytics engine has been successfully deployed worldwide in over 350,000 video channels VCA, the little known but highly successful OEM analytics solutions provider, is poised to substantially raise its profile within the electronic security sector with the launch of Bridge, an appliance that instantly adds video analytics capability to new or existing IP video surveillance systems. Video analytics for IP cameras VCA’s highly acclaim...

Escalating demand for highly detailed 24/7 video images produces colossal amounts of data, which needs extensive storage capacity as well as time-consuming monitoring and assessment. With this in mind, Bosch will be the first to offer video analytics at the edge as a standard, rather than an optional feature. It will require no additional investment or license fees from the customer. Bosch video analytics adds sense and structure to video data at the point of capture (at the edge), enabling user...

The U.S. Pavilion will feature industry leading companies such as Boeing, FLIR, Lockheed Martin, Pratt & Whitney, and more When the biennial International Marrakech Air Show 2016 (IMAS) opens on April 27 at the Menara Airport, RMAF Military Base, the United States of America will be among the show’s largest international exhibitors. With 15 participating companies, the size of the American contingent is a strong indicator of how important the region is to the U.S. ae...

ASSA ABLOY appoints Steven Cunningham as new Trade Sales Manager for South & Julian Knipe as the new Head of Trade Department ASSA ABLOY Security Doors, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has appointed a new Trade Sales Manager for the South and a new Head of Trade Department. Wealth of experience with ASSA ABLOY In his new role as Trade Sale Manager, Steven Cunningham will be tasked with generating sales in the South of England and...

Scan-X new x-ray machines are NUCTECH CX6040BI - a dual-energy x-ray inspection system Scan-X Security, specialists in security screening, security x-ray machines and metal detection archways, has invested in an additional five new x-ray machines from leading manufacturer Nuctech to cater for a surge in demand for their products. Suitable for security and customs The Midlands based security firm operates globally and has invested over £250,000 over the last twelve...

FiberPatrol detects and locates intrusions over a distance of up to 24 km (14.9 mi) per processor Senstar, the world’s largest manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) is pleased to announce extended range capability for its FiberPatrol™-PR fence-mounted fibre optic intrusion detection system. The system now detects and locates intrusions over a distance of up to 24 km (14.9 mi) per processor, a 50 percent increase from the previous capability o...

MOBOTIX will also display IP video door station with the newly developed MxBaseBoard and MxDoorSecure At ISC West 2016, MOBOTIX presents professional video security, smart home automation and access control solutions, including: The latest version of MOBOTIX’s professional MxMC video management software with high-speed playback and easy-to-use time-lapse function, allowing 24 hour analysis of high-resolution video recordings in less than a minute. The newly developed...

Bosch starlight cameras deliver the highest quality of relevant video surveillance, even in extremely low light conditions. From June, the starlight portfolio will be even further enhanced with improved light sensitivity, superb front and backlight compensation; higher frames rates as well as a wider choice of resolutions and form factors. Another compelling enrichment is that all Bosch IP 6000, 7000 and 8000 starlight cameras will feature Bosch video analytics at the edge as standard, instead o...

SRI Identity™ IOM Walk-Through Identity Reader, a flexible biometric reader provides identity authentication in high-throughput applications using the free flow and proven performance of iris authentication. It easily integrates with existing turnstiles and entrances for access control, and the reader can process up to 30 people per minute, making it ideal for airport terminals, corporate lobbies and similar applications. Features of the IOM Walk-Through Identity Reader Integrates eas...

Identiv Hirsch physical access solutions include Velocity and Mx Controllers Identiv, Inc., recently announced that it will present its Hirsch and ICPAM physical access solutions in booth 8053 at ISC West 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 6 - 8, 2016. ISC West is the leading physical security event and aims to unite the entire security channel, including dealers, installers, integrators, specifiers, consultants, and end-users of physical, network, and IT products. Hirsch phy...

The Chinese airport industry is growing rapidly and to keep up with demand, airports are looking at automated self-service solutions to optimise both capacity and the passenger experience. As the leading provider of information technology in the Chinese aviation market, TravelSky plays an important role in the promotion and acceptance of self-service solutions for the industry. The TravelSky certification reassures airports working with TravelSky information services that Boon Edam’s Airp...

GET Group NA now offers a biometric live capture solution in the U.S. through its partnership with Speed Identity GET Group North America, a provider of high-assurance security solutions that enhance Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) operations, will be showcasing its latest identification and verification solutions at Connect: ID 2016 in booth 113. GET Group North America now offers a biometric live capture solution in the U.S. through its partnership with Sp...

The participants will receive the Promise Certified Professional logo to use on their website, email signatures and business cards Promise Technology Inc., a leading developer of open platform storage solutions for video surveillance, announced it has certified over 60 system integrators and security professionals as part of its IP Video Surveillance Training Course in Dubai and Abu Dhabi with its partner Business Automation And Security Systems (BASS). The new Promise Certifi...

Qognify, formerly NICE Security, recently announced the release of Situator 8.0 with the introduction of the new Operational Intelligence Center (OIC). The latest version of the market leading PSIM and Situation Management solution provides a platform for leveraging the massive amounts of big data. Situator captures, monitors and correlates and turns it into actionable intelligence. Increases operational efficiency The Operational Intelligence Center, with its new advanced rules engine, monito...

New airport technology is required in the air and on ground to improve runways, taxiways and other parts of airports Africa is home to 12% of the world’s population, but it accounts for less than 3% of the global air traffic. However African airports are very important for many international airlines due to their high profit and stable growth. Growing affluence across Africa has definitely generated greater demand for air travel. By 2034, eight of the ten fastest growing...

Pelco will also be exhibiting its Optera Series 12MP ‘panomersive’ cameras with panoramic viewing Pelco will exhibit at Securika MIPS at ExpoCentre Moscow on Stand B415 from 13th March to 16th March 2016. Pelco will showcase VideoXpert™, the company’s award-winning video management software (VMS) platform launched in 2015 and Optera™, the multi-sensor, panoramic cameras, which provide seamless video images over 180°, 270° or 360° views...

Ms. Carroll recommended measures of biometric identity authentication and liveness detection Representing the Security Industry Association (SIA) on Wednesday, Feb. 3, Kathleen Carroll, Vice President, Government Affairs, HID Global Corp., made recommendations to Congress to strengthen security credentials at U.S. airports. Use of biometric authentication In testimony before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s Subcommittee on Transportation and Public...

Honeywell has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Xtralis, a leading global provider of aspirating smoke detection along with advanced perimeter security technologies and video analytics software, for $480 million from funds advised by Pacific Equity Partners and Blum Capital Partners. Xtralis smoke detection solutions for facility security and incident management Xtralis aspirating smoke detection solutions protect many Fortune 500 companies, iconic sites and cr...

Jemez received the award for integration of Eagle-i Edge software built upon the Axis Camera Application Platform Jemez Technology was named 2015 Technology Integration Partner of the Year by Axis Communications at its 10th annual Axis Connect & Converge Conference (ACCC). Axis, the global leader in network video, presented these annual awards to top channel, software and technology partners. Axis and Jemez collaboration Jemez Technology received this award for the innov...

AXIS P1435-E and AXIS P1435-LE offer high image quality with full HDTV 1080p resolution at frame rates up to 60 fps, and feature Axis’ Lightfinder technology as well as Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) - Forensic Capture, allowing them to master even the most complex and challenging light conditions. The new cameras are ideal for video surveillance of city squares, railway platforms, cargo loading bays, airport terminals and retail showrooms with large window fronts. Masters difficult light condi...

Once operational these scanners will be able to check both clients, visitors and staff for contraband Netherlands based security manufacturer, OD Security announced that they have been awarded another contract to install 2 SOTER RS Through Body Scanners, this time in Kentucky County Jails. Measures to prevent contraband The contract is to supply 1 each SOTOR RS Through Body Scanners to Puleski County Detention Center and Boyle County Detention Center in Kentucky . Once opera...

Global providers will showcase latest aviation and airport security solutions at the event With the Middle East, and in particular the GCC, emerging as major international air travel hub, aviation security will be a key point of interest at Intersec 2016, the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety, and fire protection. Rise in airport security market investments Investment in the airport security market continues to rise; a March 2015 report titled ‘Glob...

BCDVideo announced the BCD228 video server as the newest edition to its SuperNova Series. Capable of supporting up to 224TB in a mere 2U of rack space, the BCD228 is the highest-density video storage server in the world. But this is so much more than how many drives bays can fit in a chassis. This is a superior-performing machine, capable of supporting hundreds of camera streams, with built-in intelligent power management capabilities at both the CPU and chassis level. The BCD228 is built with e...

During the four days, a total of 12,706 trade visitors from 110 countries came to the show to find out about latest trends in airport industry The 20th anniversary edition of inter airport Europe, International Exhibition for Airport Equipment, Technology, Design & Services, ended with very positive results. During the four exhibition days, a total of 12,706 trade visitors from 110 countries came to the Munich Trade Fair Centre to find out about the latest trends in the ai...

Videotec has extended their ready-to-use range of RADICAL PTZ cameras, with the new ULISSE RADICAL THERMAL PTZ. With P/T positioning capability and advanced thermal imaging, this camera is able to detect people and objects across a wide visual range in even the most difficult environmental conditions, such as total darkness, rain, storms, dust, extreme temperatures or thick smoke. ULISSE RADICAL THERMAL PTZ combines the best thermal imaging cameras and lenses in a pre-configured, hassle-free P...

The official signing of agreement took place at the GATE stand during the tour of exhibition on the opening day of the event At this year’s 20th anniversary edition of inter airport Europe, Mack Brooks Exhibitions has renewed the partnership agreement with GATE, German Airport Technology and Equipment. In the agreement both parties declare to continue their cooperation and mutual support. “Mack Brooks has worked in partnership with GATE since the very early days o...