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This year the conference had impressive level of seniority and scale with over 170 unique visitors UDT Asia took place on 17 – 18 January 2017 in Singapore. To maximise engagement opportunities, the event ran in parallel with MilSim Asia, AOC Electronic Warfare Singapore and Remote Healthcare Asia. Enhancing technological innovations This year the conference had impressive level of seniority and scale with over 170 unique visitors and 17 VIPs and 22 speakers from 19 n...

Pelco’s Securika/MIPS 2017 display features strategic solutions for oil and gas, city and hospitality vertical markets Pelco by Schneider Electric, a global provider of surveillance and security products and technologies, will feature several of the company’s advanced security solutions at Securika/MIPS 2017, taking place at the Expocenter Fairgrounds in Moscow on March 21-14, 2017. Latest innovations Highlighted innovations on display include the powerful open p...

LAAD 2017 is the largest and most important defence and security event in Latin America The year 2017 will be intense for the defence sector in Brazil. The Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces delivered updated versions of the National Defence Policy (PND), the National Defence Strategy (PND) as well as a white paper on national defence for the consideration and approval of the National Congress. In addition, the Federal Government has already announced, for example, a R$ 450...

HENSOLDT will provide leading edge technology solutions to armed forces and security agencies Following the closing of the transaction between Airbus Group SE and KKR, an investment firm, a new European defence company headquartered in Germany, HENSOLDT, has been launched. The new company employs 4000 highly qualified staff, about 3400 in Germany and 600 in South Africa. The main industrial sites are Taufkirchen/Munich, Ulm, Friedrichshafen, and Oberkochen in Germany and Pret...

UK companies are looking for opportunities for industrial partnerships and long term joint ventures Innovation, Strategic Partnership and cooperation are the main UK themes as over 100 UK companies exhibit a range of world leading capabilities in the security sector at Intersec 2017. This significant UK presence reflects the strong commitment to future security cooperation and partnership between the UK and the UAE. UK companies are looking for opportunities for industrial pa...

Steven brings unparalleled expertise to the role, having held senior positions in both the UK and abroad International Airport Review Magazine introduces Steven Thompson to the Aviation Advisory Board. Steven, the Specialised Protective Services Development Manager, for Securitas UK, is responsible for development of the company’s offering within the aviation services sector.Unparalleled knowledgeSteven brings unparalleled expertise to the role, having held senior positi...

All new AXIS Q35 models offer remote zoom and focus capabilities The AXIS Q35 Series of fixed domes for critical video surveillance installations, with capabilities such as IK10+ vandal resistance, extended temperature range from -50 °C to 60 °C (-58 °F to 140 °F) and Electronic Image Stabilisation, now adds several new models. The latest additions include stainless steel models and offer extraordinary light sensitivity and enhanced Wide Dynamic Range—For...

Airbus Defence and Space will upgrade communications systems on UK vessels over the next four years Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded the Maritime Network Evolution contract with the UK Ministry of Defence. The contract value amounts to £36 million, and will cover the communications networks of 20 Royal Navy warships, including Type 45 Destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class carriers, upgraded over the next four years. Maritime architecture This solution creates t...

Jeff will continue to develop relationships with key stakeholders in the government sector Jeff Drews, a proven technical sales professional with over 15 years of security industry experience, has been appointed as Southwest Microwave’s new Sales Manager, U.S. Government and Military Systems.Perimeter intrusion detectionServing previously as one of Southwest Microwave’s Technical Sales Engineers, Jeff will continue to develop relationships with key stakeholders in...

In the Unmanned Systems & Solutions section of CeBIT, BUVUS will be discussing the latest legislative issues Drones can be used to locate earthquake victims, fight fire, save lives, assess the extent of agricultural damage, and take forest inventories. Almost every day new applications arise for them. But it is not just a matter of drones; in the future, unmanned systems will be changing the nature of transport on land and sea. Huge business potential CeBIT is greatly ex...

Indo Defence 2016 Tri Services Forum will be held on November 3, 2016 in Jakarta, Indonesia Defence IQ, a division of IQPC Asia, in conjunction with PT Napindo, is pleased to announce the official endorsement and support of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence for the upcoming Indo Defence 2016 Tri Services Forum on 3 November in Jakarta, Indonesia.Boosting maritime securityIn an official letter signed by Dr. Timbul Siahaan, Director General of Defence Potential at the Ministry...

There will be a series of specialist interactive breakout sessions on dual use technology, the Space Applications Centre and cyber security Companies in the Defence, Security, Space and Aerospace industries will have a unique opportunity to learn how innovation is shaping future customer needs and growth opportunities, from some of the UK’s leading experts in their sectors at an event next month. The NDI Annual Conference ‘Growth through Innovation’ is being...

By industry vertical, military and defence dominated the situation awareness system market in 2015 A new report published by Allied Market Research titled, "Situation Awareness System (SAS) Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2015 - 2022", states the situation awareness systems (SAS) market is projected to garner $32.6 billion by 2022, registering a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period of 2016 - 2022. North America dominates the global SAS market, ow...

MIFARE DESFire EV1 uses 128 AES encryption, the same as used by the U.S. federal government Farpointe Data, the access control industry's trusted partner for RFID solutions, announced that access control manufacturers, distributors, and integrators can now add a 13.56-MHz contactless smart card module with MIFARE Classic or today's benchmark, the DESFire EV1, to their customers' Ranger long range transmitters, making them compatible and interoperable with Farpointe D...

Speakers Dr. Paul Johnson and Todd Smithson will speak on science, technology and high risk situations in national security CIVSEC’s Protection and Security Seminar will highlight the largely unheralded contribution of the Department of Defence’s Science and Technology Group (DST Group). The Group makes a significant contribution to Australia’s national security through the specialist R&D it undertakes for its Defence and other Government stakeholders. C...

Event attendees will learn about current and future national OPV platforms and how they enhance maritime security, from leading experts Royal Norwegian Navy and Italian Navy confirmed speakers at Offshore Patrol Vessel Technology 2016 in London this June. SMi Group is delighted to announce new additions to the Offshore Patrol Vessel Technology’s expert speaker line-up: Lieutenant Commander Bard Hess, Navigation Systems Branch of the Royal Norwegian Navy and Commander Ma...

Her Excellency Menna Rawlings CMG, British High Commissioner to Australia opened the facility on the May 16th A brand new purpose built satellite ground station has been established in Adelaide, to land Airbus Defence and Space’s Skynet secure military satellite communications. Extending an existing teleport network The Australian facility extends an existing chain of teleports in France, Germany, Norway, the UK and the USA, providing global coverage in both fixed and...

International Port Security returns to London with its best ever speaker line-up featuring international ports SMi are delighted to announce that Port of New Orleans will be speaking at International Port Security 2016 which takes places in London on the 1-2 June. Protection of ports from modern threats In its 7th successful year, International Port Security returns to London with its best ever speaker line-up featuring international ports from across the globe. This year&rs...

The conference will address detailed risk management and planning strategies for times of crisis ACI’s 6th Maritime Security Management Asia on 11th-12th May 2016 in Singapore will be a comprehensive update on the evolving security threats that exist at sea. The conference will address detailed risk management and planning strategies that can be put in place in accordance with major regulations, so that in a time of crisis, the crew and vessel are well-equipped and prep...

BAE Systems' presence will enable security professionals in the transport arena to source solutions to protect business BAE Systems has announced that it will be exhibiting at Security & Counter Terror Expo 2016 in London this April.  BAE's Maritime Services division will be showcasing its comprehensive range of design and manufacturing capabilities at the event for the first time on stand I41.  Modules for high integrity applications The company will focus on...

David Galt, Port Security Officer, Port Security Authority, Liverpool & Manchester will discuss the weaknesses of the ISPS code SMi’s 7th annual International Port Security will return to London on the 1st and 2nd June, 2016. With continued migration into the EU through sea borders and the serious threat of terrorism, there is a pressing need for the maritime security community to collaborate and further strengthen relations in order to boost security. Internationa...

Acquisition brings state-of-the-industry capability to McRoberts’ clients and adds expertise in certain specialised vertical niches to USA portfolio U.S. Security Associates (USA) announced the acquisition of McRoberts Protective Agency, Inc., the oldest security firm in America and a venerable brand synonymous with quality and innovation. The acquisition brings state-of-the-industry capability to McRoberts’ valued clients and adds expertise in certain specialised...

Captain Attilio Montalto, Italian Coastguard will give a presentation entitled ‘Maritime Security and Security Controls’ SMi are delighted to announce the Italian Coastguard will join the speaker line-up at SMi’s 7th annual International Port Security conference which returns to London on the 1st and 2nd June 2016 International Port Security 2016 will bring together key decision makers in the industry to discuss current issues surrounding port security and h...

International Port Security 2016 will bring together key decision makers in the industry to discuss modern methods of port security SMi’s 7th annual International Port Security conference will return to London on the 1st and 2nd June 2016 "The port environment is constantly changing with new technologies and procedures in all areas of port operations, but security will always remain a core part of a ports operations. Security has always been needed for protecti...

International Port Security 2016 will provide effective learning experiences for all delegates on maritime security Registration is now open for SMi’s 7th annual International Port Security conference which will take place on the 1st and 2nd June 2016 in London, UK. As the last line of defence, port security teams play a critical role in ensuring that the nation is protected from external harm. Therefore, it is essential for ports to boast the most stringent security me...

Genie has extended their camera range by introducing its latest analogue high definition stainless steel bullet and vandal dome cameras. Robust camera housing for harsh environments Designed and developed with maritime applications in mind, the robust cameras are housed in 316 graded stainless steel material providing great protection especially when placed in harsh and corrosive environments. This camera range uses analogue high definition technology offering reliable high quality images up...

The MR&ST event will present leading Maritime ISR leaders as they share current and future Maritime ISR capabilities Leading Maritime ISR experts will gather in Rome this February at SMi’s Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology Conference Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology 2016 will present a unique opportunity to meet and network with leading Maritime ISR leaders, project decision makers and technical experts from across the globe...

Representatives from Government, national associations and organisations will be part of the delegations at the Transport Security Expo Transport Security Expo is unique in providing a UK Stakeholder Delegations service. Arranged through the show’s expert Advisory Board, key representatives from Government departments and agencies as well as national associations and other organisations with critical security responsibilities will attend. These representatives are to be...

Transport Security Expo have brought together speaker and opinion leaders from government, industry and academia Transport Security Expo will this year be delivering more learning opportunities than ever before – and all of them will be free-to-attend for all delegates on a first-come, first-served basis. The conference and seminar sessions will cover the full range of transport security sectors – Aviation, Maritime, Rail & Public Transport, Secure Transpor...

The Surveillance segment revenue saw an increase of 5% over the prior year, and the Security segment saw an increase of 22% over Q3 last year FLIR Systems, Inc. recently announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2015. Revenue was $381.9 million, up 2% compared to third quarter 2014 revenue of $375.4 million. On a constant-currency basis, revenue for the third quarter was up 6% compared to the prior year, as foreign currency exchange fluctuations neg...