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PACOM, the provider of access control and security management solutions, will welcome visitors to ISC West to view its next-generation, cutting-edge cloud-based platform. The company can be found at Booth 22075 between March 29th-31st at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, where its team of technical experts will be on hand to show visitors how this next-generation software solution offers the flexibility, scalability, affordability, and functionality demanded by organisations. User-friendly and c...

Identiv, Inc., a global digital security and identification pioneer in the Internet of Things (IoT) announced, in partnership with Scale Computing, a market pioneer in edge computing, virtualisation, and hyper-converged solutions, the launch of Identiv Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) Powered by Scale Computing. The solution delivers Identiv applications, including Hirsch Velocity visitor management software and its Velocity Vision video management system (VMS) for total situational awarenes...

One of HENSOLDT’s core competences is detecting threats and protecting end users. At IDEX 2023, HENSOLDT presents its broad range of sensor solutions for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations as well as sensors to improve the safety and operational effectiveness. “We are interconnecting all essential sensor technologies to provide our customers with information superiority at any time,” said Russell Gould, Head of International Business Development at HENSOL...

iDter’s intelligent Niō Guardian deterrence solution features Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) output for easy integration of video streams into multi-vendor Network Video Recorders (NVR) and Video Management Systems (VMS). Intelligent Niō Guardians The combination of iDter’s support for RTSP output with previously announced Niō Guardians powered by PoE++ opens new opportunities for security dealers to easily integrate iDter’s active deterrence system into new or existing...

Ava Security is emerging from stealth mode to disrupt the physical security market by embedding the power of artificial intelligence (AI) into its complete video surveillance solution. Ava Security's product line includes high-quality security cameras, a video management system, and other intelligent solutions, premiers at IFSEC International. This event takes place between June 18-June 20 in London, U.K. AI-based video and audio analytics As a global company with office...

The Monitoring Association (TMA) Standards Committee has received confirmation that its TMA-AVS-01 Alarm Validation Standard has received official ANSI accreditation. Initiated in 2020, the standard provides a method of creating an alarm scoring or classification metric for unauthorised human activity detected by alarm systems. The alarm scoring will assist law enforcement with resource allocation and Call-for-Service prioritisation. Game-changing standard “I am extremely proud of the C...

LenelS2, a pioneer in advanced security systems and services, has released its browser-based, access control, and event monitoring system, NetBox™ version 5.6. This new version adds reporting and event management capabilities, enhanced third-party integrations, and a new employee mobile app interface to the platform. LenelS2 is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, intelligent building and cold chain solutions. NetBox software v5.6 featu...

3xLOGIC, a provider of integrated and intelligent security solutions, has announced details of its 2023 Experience Days. Bringing together a wealth of expertise and insight from some of the industry’s most esteemed thought leaders, these three 2023 Experience Days are designed to give end users and installers insight into the 3xLOGIC security product ecosystem, analyse market trends and provide an opportunity to network with peers and experts. Taking place in Harrogate on 16th February, D...

OPTEX and FiberSensys, both OPTEX Group companies, will showcase their latest innovations in advanced perimeter security and asset protection at Intersec Dubai. REDSCAN LiDAR series OPTEX will demonstrate live its multi-award-winning REDSCAN LiDAR series, including the REDSCAN Pro Series, which has been selected among the finalists for the Intersec Dubai Awards 2023. The REDSCAN Pro sensors use time-of-flight to provide highly accurate detection outdoor and indoors up to 100m, without any &lsq...

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...