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Next-gen access control: dormakaba expands portfolio

dormakaba has acquired the operating businesses of Azure Access Technology Inc. (Azure Access), a supplier of innovative, adaptable electronic access control hardware, and ADME, Inc. (Apollo Security), a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of access control and integrated security systems. Founded in 2019 in Newport Beach, California (USA), Azure Access develops next-generation, adaptable electronic access control hardware for the US commercial market. Its open architecture controller...

Zenitel expands communication solutions in SW USA

Zenitel, the supplier of unified critical communication solutions, announced the hiring of a key sales executive in its Americas Onshore Business Unit. David Douglas has been named Regional Sales Leader for the Southwest region, which encompasses the US states of Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Nevada. David has a demonstrated history of working in the security, public safety, emergency management, and public education industries. Before transitioning into the private sector, he served for 31...

Mariah Rimbert Joins Gallagher for US Federal Growth

Gallagher Security is pleased to welcome Mariah Rimbert as Federal Business Development Manager for the Americas, strengthening the company’s continued investment in the U.S. federal market. Role and responsibility Based in Alburquerque, NM, Mariah will support the growth of Gallagher’s Government Programs team, with a focus on expanding relationships across the West Coast and Midwest. In her role, she will work closely with federal agencies and partners to help deliver high-assu...

Security 101 joins Morgan Stanley for expansion

Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP), the middle market private equity buyout team within Morgan Stanley Investment Management, announced the acquisition of Security 101, a foremost provider of commercial security integration services. About Security 101 Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, Security 101 provides mission-critical security integration services for organisations spanning a diverse customer base including healthcare, education, government, manuf...

Colt expands US-East Coast to Europe network routes

Colt Technology Services (Colt), the global digital infrastructure company, announces new high-bandwidth network routes connecting the East Coast of the US to Europe, supercharging capacity for customers as AI traffic surges across the world’s busiest data pathway. Colt’s expanded infrastructure widens choice for organisations needing secure, powerful, low latency routes along the US East Coast and between the US East Coast and Europe. The expansion - which includes a new transatlan...

SOS Technologies appoints new CRO Jonathan Fischer

SOS Technologies, a fast-growing pioneer in threat detection and emergency response, today announced the appointment of Jonathan Fischer as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). A veteran enterprise and public safety technology executive and former first responder, Fischer brings more than two decades of experience building scalable revenue engines, partner ecosystems, and go-to-market strategies for mission-critical technologies deployed in high-stakes environments. Experience and responsibilities F...

Ranger Fire and Security confirms first acquisition of 2026 with South West based Partnership Fire and Security

Ranger Fire and Security has completed its first acquisition of 2026 with Dorset-based based alarm and security experts Partnership Fire and Security. Partnership Fire and Security was established in 1999 and has grown to cover more than 3,000 customers across Shaftesbury, Dorset and the South Coast. The team, which consists of both engineers and administrative staff, has adapted over time to meet ever-changing customer demands, and now includes teams specialising in installation, as well...

LOOKOUT marine AI camera with navigation light

LOOKOUT, a pioneering provider of marine AI systems for safety, announced the expansion of its product line by introducing a new camera featuring an integrated navigation light. This new camera system offers enhanced safety and greater installation flexibility and is available in LOOKOUT's classic blue and white, matte black with carbon accents and custom colours by request, to complement a wider range of vessel designs. Advanced AI vision cameras LOOKOUT has solved a common installation dile...

Magenta Security takes over with 87.5% SIA ACS score

Magenta Security Services, one of the UK’s pioneer security firms, has achieved an exceptional score of 87.5% in its most recent SIA Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) audit - placing the company firmly within the top 5% of security companies nationwide. With only the top 10% of security firms scoring above 75%, Magenta’s remarkable result reflects the company’s consistent dedication to quality, compliance, and operational excellence across every area of its business. Exceeding...

Smiths Detection advances AI in security with NeuralGuard

Smiths Detection, a global pioneer in threat detection and security screening and a business of Smiths Group, has announced a new partnership with NeuralGuard to advance AI-driven threat detection in security screening. NeuralGuard’s AI technology is undergoing integration and certification for use with Smiths Detection’s HI SCAN 6040 2-is. This collaboration was undertaken as part of Smiths Detection’s Ada Initiative, the company’s structured framework for accelerating...

Sielox announces 2024 integrator award recipients

Sielox LLC President and CEO Karen Evans announced its annual Certified Sielox Integrators Award recipients for 2024. For the 30th time overall, MCM Integrated Systems of Van Nuys, California, was awarded National Certified Sielox Integrator of the Year. Sielox access control software “MCM Integrated has a remarkable 26 consecutive years of commitment to Sielox access control software and controllers,” said Evans. “Rich McMillan and his team define what experts are when it...

Enhancing KYC Compliance for Coast on PulseChain at ISC West 2025

iDenfy, a global pioneer in identity verification and fraud prevention, announced a new partnership with Coast, an innovative blockchain platform simplifying crypto-to-fiat transactions on PulseChain. This partnership will focus on enhancing security and streamlining KYC/AML compliance processes while boosting the platform’s security and addressing critical challenges in the blockchain ecosystem. Securing decentralised finance This partnership represents a crucial step forward, equippin...

Eplan data portal: 4 million device data sets

Data isn’t just the driver for project planning and design. The Eplan Data Portal offers users access to high-quality product catalogues from a continually growing pool of renowned component manufacturers.  The portal has now passed the mark of more than two-million sets of static device data from around five hundred manufacturers! By using integrated configurators, users have far more than four million data sets at their fingertips.  It’s a nearly limitless and ever-incr...

L.A. wildfires: Security's collaborative recovery role

In a powerful show of solidarity, the U.S. security industry gathered for a crucial information-sharing webcast concerning recovery efforts for the Los Angeles-area wildfires disaster. Hosted by the Security Industry Association (SIA) and coordinated by Elite Interactive Solutions Marketing Director Scott Goldfine — with official endorsements from the Electronic Security Association (ESA), The Monitoring Association (TMA) and PSA Security Network (PSA)  Collaborating for wildfire re...

Phil Jensen joins ISS as director of sales for UVSS

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Phil Jensen as its new Director of Sales for Under Vehicle Surveillance Systems (UVSS). Jensen brings a wealth of experience and expertise to ISS, particularly in government sales, technical security solutions, and growth-focused strategies. Prior to joining ISS, he held the position of Director of Government Business Development and Sales at A...

Allied Universal names Taylor Carr senior vice president of operations

Allied Universal® today announced that Taylor Carr has joined its Technology Services business unit as senior vice president of operations.  In this role, Carr will oversee operations and drive growth across all revenue segments of the business. Experienced industry leader Carr has more than 25 years of experience in the technology and security industriesCarr has more than 25 years of experience in the technology and security industries. Most recently he served as president for Visi...

Security industry's RISE community gains new leadership

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named new members and leadership of the steering committee for SIA RISE, a community that fosters the careers of young professionals and emerging pioneers in the security industry. Dakota Mackie of Northland Controls serves as chair, with Kelly Ann Christensen of BCD now serving as vice chair. In these roles, Mackie and Christensen ensure that RISE delivers educational content and networking opportunities to young professional...

RAD introduces high-tech cameras at Playhouse Square

Playhouse Square is a jewel of Northeast Ohio. Thousands of people live, work, and visit the area. “We want to make sure whoever the resident is, whoever the visitor is, they’re having the same great experience day in and day out,” said Nathan Kelly, President of Playhouse Square Real Estate. ROSA Safety is part of that experience. Last October, ROSA, a remote observation security agent, moved into Public Square. Equipped with AI technology, ROSA never blinks and can issue v...

Sentrycs advances in C-UAS for public safety

Sentrycs, a technology pioneer in the Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) industry, announced its continued progress globally within the public safety market. The company recently closed agreements with two new law enforcement organisations, including one in North America. These new agreements will deliver core protocol manipulation sensor solutions across a wide variety of scenarios, from fixed sites to vehicle-mounted (mobile) operations. Drone sightings The company has seen a noticeabl...

DoorBird revolutionises smart door intercom systems

Not far from Kurfürstendamm, Berlin's number 1 shopping boulevard, a handful of people are working high up on the 13th floor to conquer the global market for smart door intercom systems with a compact and ultra-modern and above all high-quality and affordable product: DoorBird. The goal was to make it possible for residents all over the world to speak to their visitors at the door and even open the door for them, no matter where they may be at that moment.   HD camera In autumn...

SIA tackles security licence fraud across UK

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) mounted a series of coordinated, surprise operations across England to tackle suspected security licence fraud, labour exploitation and immigration offences. SIA investigators launched the day of action on 31 October in partnership with Home Office Immigration Enforcement targeting 11 locations spanning the length and breadth of the country. Section 22 of PSIA Two people were arrested by Home Office Immigration Enforcement (HOIE) officers for ov...

Evolv Technology joins Boston Golf for TGL security

Evolv Technology, a security technology company pioneering AI-based solutions designed to help create safer experiences, announces a new partnership with Boston Common Golf, one of six teams in TGL presented by SoFi, the new golf league created by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy in conjunction with the PGA TOUR. Evolv is now an ‘Official Partner of Boston Common Golf,’ who will use the Evolv Express® systems to screen guests upon entry to SoFi Center, the new purpose-built venue at...

Military and Law Enforcement Day at GSX 2024

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, celebrated Military and Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 on 25 Wednesday. All law enforcement, military, and first responders received a free one-day pass to attend GSX. To honour those who serve and protect, ASIS began the day with a special breakfast event. This gathering celebrated the dedication of active duty and retired professionals from law enforcement,...

UK Coastguard enhances response with Telent partnership

A £175 million communications network connecting 163 remote radio sites across 11,000 miles of UK coastline is now operational ensuring His Majesty’s (HM) Coastguard’s effective frontline emergency response continues for thousands of distress calls from the UK’s waters. Stretching from the Shetland Islands to the Isles of Scilly, it is one of the UK’s largest private broadband networks, with technology partner Telent helping to install 1,220km of new infrastructure...

Allied Universal's Jim Lantrip appointed to the FAST board

The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named Jim Lantrip of Allied Universal Technology Services to the FAST Board of Directors. The FAST Board of Directors, drawn from the membership of the Electronic Security Association (ESA) and the Security Industry Association (SIA), defines and refines FAST’s strategic plan, as well as the foundation’s annual goals. Jim Lantrip Jim Lantrip is a seasoned security industry veteran with over 30 years of experience. Currently s...

Speco Technologies expands sales and marketing teams

In August 2024, Speco Technologies announced the addition of five new teammates to their roster, expanding their product management, marketing, and sales teams. Speco’s newest employees include Mike Martin, National Sales Director; Adrian Tameguia, West Coast Regional Sales Manager; Andrew Escoto, Marketing Manager; Jordan Gaffney, Inside Sales; and Vinod Moorjani, Product Manager.  Welcoming new members “We’re very excited to welcome this group of talented professional...

MEIS and Field Ready join forces for annual Mozambican youth empowerment event

The Generation Ready conference is set to return for its third edition on 2nd July at the Avani Pemba Beach Hotel, Cabo Delgado, hosted as a prelude to the 3rd Mozambique Energy & Industry Summit (MEIS 2024), in a first-time unique collaboration between Field Ready and GEP.  Youth employability Gilberto Botas, Chairman of Field Ready Mozambique explained, “Bringing together a community of like-minded people devoted to youth employability is central to the Field Ready’s wor...

UK implements groundbreaking cybersecurity laws, smart devices fortified against hackers

New Government regulations mandate that all internet-connected smart devices, spanning from phones to TVs to smart doorbells, adhere to minimum-security standards by law. Groundbreaking legislation is in effect in the UK, aimed at shielding consumers and businesses from cyber threats. Cyber laws This initiative, spearheaded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, the National Cyber Security Centre, and the Office for Product Safety and Standards, along with the efforts of Ju...

SONITROL celebrates 60 years of protecting what matters

SONITROL, the pioneering provider of integrated business security solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by reaching 60 years in business. The company will commemorate its six decades of achievements over the coming months and to mark the occasion has joined the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) in order to work with the education community to better secure schools and create safer learning environments. In 1963 Robert Baxter met Al Cronk in Anderson, Indiana. Baxter was an inv...

Allied Universal client - Port of Baltimore receives top U.S. Coast Guard security assessment

Allied Universal®, the world’s renowned security and facility services company, is proud to announce that its client, the Helen Delich Bently Port of Baltimore has received a top U.S. Coast Guard security assessment for the 15th consecutive year. Security assessment The assessment which included a detailed review of all security protocols and procedures is for the six state-owned, public marine terminals that are managed by the Maryland Port Administration (MPA). The U.S. Coast Guar...