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Intellian announces the expansion of its XEO Series, a Ku/Ka electronically switching dual-band multi-orbit VSAT antennas, with the addition of the X100D and X150D. The XEO Series has seen great traction with the X130D and X130D PM across commercial and military markets since they were first unveiled in March 2022 at the Satellite Show causing Intellian’s design of the X100D, available shortly, and the X150D, launching in early Q3 2023. XEO Series The XEO Series is the world’s fir...

Alarm.com announces Smart Arming, a new feature that intelligently auto-arms and disarms Alarm.com powered home security systems based on user activity. The first-to-market feature, which was named a CES® 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree, goes beyond scheduled arming and disarming to intelligently adapt to daily routines. Smart Arming is quick and intuitive to set up; users choose the time of day they typically want their system armed at night (e.g., after 11 p.m.) and disarmed in the morning...

There were 192,060 residential burglaries in the last year, meaning on average around 526 burglaries occur every day. With so many Brits falling victim to home break-ins, and the rise in home renovations over lockdowns, many now feel less safe in their homes and are opting to install increased home security measures. Smart burglar alarms The boom in popularity of home CCTV and smart burglar alarms means there are now more ways than ever to increase and monitor the home security. They wanted...

Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that SureWave™ CM-336 Series (battery-powered wireless switches) and CM-333 Series (battery-powered relay output touchless switches) can now be surface mounted utilising Camden’s new CM-23DSER narrow surface box. This mounting box features a two-piece flame and impact-resistant ABS construction. Surface mounting boxes Extra deep narrow surface mounting boxes can be purchased separately or as part of Camden’s SureWave™ CM-336...

The Secretary of Homeland Security, Alejandro N. Mayorkas has released the following statement announcing that the Department of Homeland Security has approved a temporary and targeted Jones Act Waiver, in order to address Puerto Rico’s needs as recovery efforts from Hurricane Fiona continue. The Secretary of Homeland Security’s statement - “In support of the Puerto Rican people, as they continue to recover from Hurricane Fiona, I have approved a temporary and targeted Jones A...

Oak View Group (OVG), the global venue development, advisory, and investment company for the sports and live entertainment industry, is introducing new patron screening technology to multiple properties as the result of a new partnership with Patriot One Technologies. Patriot One's SmartGateway system The partnership will enable OVG properties to utilise Patriot One's SmartGateway system to enhance the customer experience and increase safety and security. Patriot One’s flagshi...

ACRE, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, has completed its acquisition of Security Identification Systems Corporation (SISCO.) The combination of ACRE's comprehensive security technology portfolio with SISCO's solutions for credentialing and visitor management fortifies the ability to deliver a wide range of complementary technology options to ACRE's customer base.  SISCO Founded in 1994 in South Florida, SISCO has been dedicated to developing best-in-class vis...

With over 35 years of experience in the video surveillance sector, Videotec has actively spent the last 10 of those sharing in the ONVIF alliance mission to provide and promote standardised interfaces for effective interoperability of IP-based products. ONVIF open standard Adopting the ONVIF open standard guarantees optimum compatibility between IP products of different brands and makes integration into a security system easier and more secure.Over the past 10 years, the specialist engineers o...

Arrow Labs, the UAE-based technology company uniting deskless, frontline workers with digital workflow solutions announces its entry into the Greek market via a significant new contract with one of the world’s largest industrial gas manufacturing companies.  SaaS software solutions The market entry and contract are the latest steps in Arrow Labs’ expansion of its flagship enterprise SaaS software solutions to improve remote employee workflow to the wider European market, havin...

Sensor solution provider HENSOLDT has completed extensive ground and field tests with its "Kalaetron Attack" jamming system, confirming its effectiveness against enemy air defence radars of various types. Measurements in various operationally relevant scenarios show that "Kalaetron Attack" can detect even the latest air defence radars and interfere with them using precisely directed jamming signals. Artificial intelligence techniques The effectiveness and responsiveness of the system are also...

thyssenkrupp Marine Systems held the first Hydrogen Day at the shipyard in Kiel. The occasion was the topping-out ceremony for the hall in which fuel cell production will be located in the near future. thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has invited various players from the world of hydrogen to the H2 Forum to get to know their visions, present the technologies and innovative projects together with the project partners, and discuss the opportunities of hydrogen in the industry. Hydrogen economy centre...

The European Life-PIAQUO project aims to reduce the impact of maritime traffic noise on marine ecosystems. It aims to develop concrete solutions for maritime transport, some of which will be tested on a Grimaldi ship. Since September 2019, Naval Group has been leading the European Life-PIAQUO project, which aims to reduce the impact of maritime traffic noise on marine ecosystems. Noise generated by maritime traffic has indeed increased over the last fifty years, due in particular to the increas...

On the 15th of June 2022, Naval Group and the Hellenic company MEVACO signed a framework agreement related to mechanical systems for the FDI HN (Hellenic Navy) frigates. Metalwork equipment supplier  Following the intensive preliminary phase launched a few years ago for the localisation of production activities in Greece, Naval Group has identified MEVACO as a key supplier for mechanical systems and metalwork equipment. Within the scope of the framework agreement, MEVACO will...

Naval Group has laid the keel for the second of the twelve mine countermeasure platforms of the Belgian-Dutch rMCM program, the HNLMS Vlissingen, intended for the Royal Netherlands Navy. The keel laying ceremony took place in Lanester, in the presence of Vice Admiral René Tas, Commander of the Royal Netherlands Navy, Commodore Harold Boekholt, Director of Projects of the Netherlands Defence Material Organisation, Lieutenant General Marc Thys, Belgian Deputy Chief of Defence and Major...

thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkMS) takes over the location of the MV shipyards in Wismar. The employees were informed about this at a meeting by the insolvency administrator Dr. Christoph Morgen in the presence of Economics Minister Reinhard Meyer, CEO Oliver Burkhard, and IG Metall District Manager Daniel Friedrich. This means that one of the most traditional shipbuilding locations in Germany once again has long-term prospects. Submarines In the future, thyssenkrupp Marine Systems could prod...

ISS, a supplier of intelligent video solutions, announces the appointment of Matt Powell as Managing Director, Transportation. Powell joins directly from systems integrator Convergint Technologies where he was Principal-Infrastructure Markets. He has enjoyed over two decades of experience in transportation technologies. Prior to Convergint, Powell developed ITS/DoT market strategies for Videolarm and Moog. Reflecting the importance of the appointment and the major potential the transportation s...

On the occasion of its sixth participation in the International Cybersecurity Forum (FIC) on June 7, 8, and 9, 2022 at the Grand Palais in Lille, Naval Group will present its latest innovations in the cyber field and its recruitment ambitions. Meet on stand F35 to learn more about cyber defense offer as well as their job offers. Cybersecurity Cybersecurity is a leading field of struggle with a constant increase in the number of cybernetic operations conducted in theaters of operati...

Al Emarat, the second Gowind® corvette ordered by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Naval Group, has been launched in Lorient in presence of an official delegation from the United Arab Emirates Navy. In 2019, the United Arab Emirates ordered two Gowind® corvettes to be built in France. The first corvette, Bani Yas, was launched in December 2021. The second one, Al Emarat, has been launched on May 13th in the Naval Group Lorient shipyard. Naval Group, as a turn-key solution provider, wi...

After several weeks in Toulon, the nuclear attack submarine (SSN) Suffren is back at sea after its first ‘intense’ Mid Cycle Docking (IE01). At just 30 years of age, Nicolas is a Work Package Manager (WPM) for Propulsion on this first of series. He calls Suffren his ‘baby’. And for a good reason. This Naval Architect joined Naval Group at the age of 22. After an internship in Lorient, he learned his trade in Cherbourg on the Barracuda submarine class, continuing to work...

Intellian, a pioneering provider of future-proof satellite communications solutions, has announced the upcoming launch of another factory in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, marking an expansion of the company’s HQ base. The new factory, operational from August 2022, is situated 4 km from the existing factory, providing seamless expansion. The additional factory will serve increasing customer and partner demand and further power Intellian’s growth trajectory. With 1,702 satellites launched...

Dr. Rolf Wirtz handed over the CEO position of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems to Oliver Burkhard on May 01 as planned. Wirtz had informed the segment's Supervisory Board early on in December 2021 of his decision not to extend his expiring contract any further, thus enabling thyssenkrupp to ensure a structured and orderly handover. In an extraordinary meeting on March 18, 2022 the Supervisory Board of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems had appointed its former Chairman Oliver Burkhard as the new CEO of th...

The first of the four force replenishment vessels (BRF - Bâtiments Ravitailleurs de Force in French) of the FLOTLOG program was launched in Saint-Nazaire. The Bâtiment Ravitailleur de Forces (BRF) Jacques Chevallier is the first of a series of four ships intended for the French Navy. The contract was awarded in January 2019 to Chantiers de l'Atlantique and Naval Group. The four vessels will be delivered successively until 2029. FlotLog program The FlotLog program is pa...

Evolution, the integrated fire and security systems business, has appointed Richard de Graaf as the new Country Manager in the Netherlands, to further service and grow increasing business opportunities in the country and across Europe. In this newly created role, Richard will be responsible for leading Evolution’s sales and growth strategy in the region, with a particular focus on the data centre sector, as well as building and developing relationships with local service providers and sup...

Intellian, a pioneering provider of future-proof satellite communications solutions, has announced the opening of its London office, marking a long-term commitment to and investment in Europe and the UK. The office will also be home to their ‘L-band Centre of Excellence’, a best-in-class facility to enhance L-band product development and customer experience globally. Inmarsat’s ELERA network London base is focused on building the next generation of L-band terminals for exist...

Resideo Technologies Inc. announced new capabilities for its security and home automation solutions at ISC West 2022 (exhibitor stand #16025). During the annual industry event, the company will spend valuable time with customers and supplier partners and will highlight the latest technologies and offerings. Safe and secure home security systems "Resideo is a pioneer in the home security and life-safety industry, and we continue to develop our next wave of connected home technology to help home...

Intellian Technologies, Inc. and SES, the pioneer in global satellite content connectivity solutions, have announced the unveiling of two new user terminals approved for O3b mPOWER, the mP130 (for fixed enterprise) and the X130D PM (for government vessels), at Satellite 2022 in Washington D.C. Multi-year agreement This follows on from the multi-year agreement that was signed in October 2021, to supply user terminals for SES's high-performance O3b mPOWER communications system.  These...

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI), a pioneer in enterprise computing, storage, networking solutions, and green computing technology, announces a revolutionary technology that simplifies large scale GPU deployments and is a future proof design that supports yet to be announced technologies. The Universal GPU server provides the ultimate flexibility in a resource-saving server. The Universal GPU system architecture combines the latest technologies supporting multiple GPU form factors, CPU choices...

If DIMDEX 2022 is Qatar’s most prominent maritime defence and security trade event, in its region, the U.S. contingent at the 2022 show leaves no doubt that America intends to expand its role, as one of the region’s leading suppliers. With a majority of U.S. exhibitors within the USA Partnership Pavilion, 11 of 15 U.S. exhibitors, the pavilion is a destination for buyers looking for an efficient way to meet a critical mass of U.S. suppliers. USA Partnership Pavilion at DIMDEX 2022...

In an extraordinary meeting, the Supervisory Board of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems appointed its former Chairman Oliver Burkhard as the new CEO of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems. Oliver Burkhard will take up the role on May 1, 2022 and perform it from his position as Executive Board member of thyssenkrupp AG. Further development of the company Oliver Burkhard said: "I am very much looking forward to this task and working with the employees of Marine Systems. Discussions on the further development...

Nice/Nortek Control is set to demonstrate new products and reveal new ways to integrate their brands and solutions together and demonstrate new products at ISC West 2022, March 22-25, in Las Vegas, Nevada.   This event will be the first where dealer and distributor partners will be able to see a majority of the Nice/Nortek Control brands like 2GIG® security systems, Linear® access control, HySecurity® gate products, Proficient® audio, ELAN® control systems and Numera&re...