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 ComNet's new sales people will handle demand for ComNet products in the French-language regions of Europe and AsiaComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has announced an its plans to add two additional sales people to handle demand for ComNet products in the French-language regions of Europe and Asia.Mick Issa has been appointed as Regional Sales Manager for France, Belgium, Luxemburg and the Francophone cou...

 HIkvision will continue offering their expertise in security for safe city construction in other parts of ChinaHikvision, a world's leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce that it has recently entered into contract renewal of Chongqing's safe city program with the total investment of the contracts reached to 1.2 billion US dollars (RMB 7.7 billion). Since last November Hikvision was appointed as general contractor of Chongqing's safe city progr...

 To enhance safety and security Armstrong International Airport employs numerous security systemsNICE Systems Ltd. recently announced that it has been recognised as an honorable mention winner in the Security Technology Executive (STE) Magazine Innovation Awards for its work on the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport PSIM implementation. NICE was recognised, along with Armstrong International Airport and system integrator Johnson Controls, for their innovative implementation o...

  VIVOTEK is dedicated to delivering high quality security solutionsSteve Ma, VIVOTEK's VP of Engineering and Operation, has won the Outstanding I.T. Elite award, presented by Taipei Computer Association as part of I.T. Month."I would like to thank Taipei Computer Association for this opportunity and the judges for their recognition," said Steve, "I would also like to congratulate my fellow winners and pay my deepest respect."Fresh out of National Taiwan Univer...

Hytera's digital products have been applied in areas like public security, utility, transportation etc.From18th to 21st October, 2011, the Milipol Paris 2011 will be held at the Porte de Versailles Exhibition Centre in Paris, France, gathering over 880 exhibitors across the world showcasing the latest security technology and equipment from state security to civil protection. Hytera will present at this grant event with expanded digital portfolio and innovative applications. In Milipol...

OmniPerception's success in a major FCO Services tender confirms its position as a leading player globallyUK-based OmniPerception have been chosen as a supplier to FCO Services, the Trading Fund of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.  The company's success was announced after the completion of a Europe-wide competitive tendering process and establishes OmniPerception as an approved provider under a framework agreement with FCO Services.The framework agreement makes OmniPerception's unique...

  The new video surveillance system incorporates Arecont Vision 5 and 3 megapixel IP network cameras Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces deployment of 50 Arecont Vision megapixel cameras to help ensure the security and safety of thousands of visitors to the Valletta cruise ship terminal in Malta, a group of islands in the central Mediterranean. The largest installation of megapixel cameras in the Maltese Islands to date,...

 Infinova's megapixel and IP cameras give excellent low-light performance at megapixel resolution Infinova today announced that Infinova's megapixel/IP cameras are certified and fully integrated with ipConfigure's Enterprise Surveillance Manager (ESM), an enterprise class video surveillance management and recording application. Through an HTML interface both users and administrators can access the system from any network computer through a secure SSL encrypted log-in."We are excit...

  Avigilon continues advancing state-of-the-art surveillance camerasAvigilon, a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, unveiled a number of new products at ASIS 2011 today including the 29 megapixel (MP) JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera, a powerful high-definition surveillance camera.Avigilon designed and developed the JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera series, which now starts at 8 MP and goes all the way up to 29 MP. The JPEG2000 HD Pro Camera's clarity, resolution, and...

Janet Napolitano will discuss the shared responsibility in homeland securityWHO:Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano will speak at the annual Law Enforcement/Military Appreciation Day Luncheon at noon on Wednesday, September 21. She will discuss the shared responsibility in homeland security, and will highlight the important role that public/private partnerships play in helping keep communities safe and secure. WHAT:The ASIS International 57th Annual Seminar and Exhibits (...

 OnSSI is creating a new era in video surveillance at ASIS 2011OnSSI, which is creating a new era in video surveillance with intuitive software that seamlessly improves and connects security processes and lowers operating costs, is showcasing its highly touted IP video and security management solutions at ASIS 2011(booth #1465) with a comprehensive display of leading edge video surveillance software solutions. Highlights of the exhibit include Ocularis v2.0, available in four different feat...

 OnSSI's Ocularis software platform controls large video surveillance and physical security systemsOrlando's Orange County Convention Centre, site of the 2011 ASIS International seminar and exhibits, is also the site of a state-of-the-art IP-based video surveillance system running Ocularis software by OnSSI. The system includes approximately 300 5 megapixel cameras to keep watch on the second largest convention facility in the United States. Orange County Convention Centre's IP-ba...

 Providing a seamless interface of manned security and technology, G4S leverages innovation to increase efficiency G4S, a global provider of comprehensive security solutions, is unveiling its newest proprietary technology, showcasing its comprehensive services and featuring its top-ranked officers and management at ASIS International (booth #3325). Visitors will experience the future of the security industry as G4S presents transformational and revolutionary security solutions combining man...

  EIM is a revolutionary and effective new approach to resolving risk challenges by analysing patterns and trendsG4S Compliance & Investigations, Inc. (G4S), a global leader in investigations, is showcasing its new Enterprise Investigation Management (EIM) solution at ASIS International in Orlando, Florida. EIM is a revolutionary and effective new approach to resolving risk challenges by analysing patterns and trends that impact claims across an entire organisation. EIM meets the u...

Cassidian's new contract is in line with the company's mission of defending world securityCassidian announces the contract win for an agreement with Emiraje Systems LLC for the provision of ECTOCRYP cryptography products for the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces Command and Control System (ECCS).  Cassidian will provide ECCS with a version of the award-winning UK developed product ECTOCRYP. Under the agreement Cassidian will also work with the Emirates to support the integration of the equ...

 With over 1,300 exhibitors, DSEi is the world's largest integrated defence and security expoThe Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEi 2011) is the world's largest fully integrated defence and security exhibition. DSEi provides a unique platform to present your latest equipment and systems to the world's defence and security industry. DSEi provides you with the opportunity to develop international relationships and generate new business opportunities with companies of all sizes...

  Cassidian's technology guaranteed the safety of the Pope and more than 1.5 million visitors• SIRDEE system ensured network availability in all sensitive locations despite demanding requirements. • Number of SIRDEE network users more than doubled during peak times. • Cassidian and Telefónica provided network maintenance services for the user organisations and 24/24 hour emergency support. During the World Youth Day (WYD) in Madrid, the Spanish Police forces relie...

 Sukhi was elected to the board after receiving a majority vote and following an extensive review process Security entrepreneur Sukhi Ghuman has been appointed to the board of directors of the Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA). Sukhi, the owner and founder of Octavian Security in the UK and Octavian Security USA, gained the position after being recommended to the board for his extensive industry experience, achievements and knowledge. The HSFA is a not-for-profit organisation t...

 A key element of the passport is the polycarbonate datapage with embedded chip supplied by Trub Since 2006, Trüb supplies the Czech Republic with highly secure polycarbonate datapages with embedded chip. In the beginning based on the BAC standard (basic access control), the second generation of biometric passports implementing the EAC standard (extended access control) was launched in April 2009. The quality of the polycarbonate datapages and the services provided from Trüb...

 Thales is merging the activities of Thales Communications and Thales Security Solutions & ServicesThales announces the creation of Thales Communications & Security, a company combining the joint skills of Thales Communications and Thales Security Solutions & Services in the fields of defence, security and ground transportation. This merger reflects the growing convergence of information management issues in these areas. By combining these globally recognised skills, this compan...

 Tranport Security Expo and Conference  focuses on public transportation security withstanding acts of terrorismThe security of airfreight, whether carried on passenger or cargo flights, has been brought into sharp focus with the discovery Friday of two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in cargo destined for the United States of America. One of the devices was discovered in the cargo facility at East Midlands Airport and the other at Dubai International. Both of them w...

 Since the introduction of the first OSM-based Green Card, digital security has never been comprised HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced that the U.S. Permanent Resident ("Green") Card that is manufactured by HID Global under its LaserCard brand has won the ACT Canada "International Innovation Award" for Identity Management. The U.S. Green Card is issued to all legal foreign residents of the U.S. under the Unit...

British Security Industry Association appoints chairmen for membership sectionsThe British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has appointed chairmen for most of its sections of membership, following its Annual General Meeting, which was held on Wednesday the 13th of July.BSIA Chief Executive, James Kelly, comments: "The success of the BSIA is not only achieved by the work of its staff but also the ongoing dedication from members who are willing to serve on the various committees. Eve...

Security Alliance sets up working groups in  accordance with future regulatory frameworkThe Security Alliance recently released details of the working groups that would be created to review the recommendations for a future regulatory framework shortly to be published by the Security Industry Authority. The working groups will have two key functions: A number of Process Groups established to look in detail at the proposed operating modelA number of Sector groups that will review th...

 The Public Safety & Security Summit takes place in Doha, Qatar on the 22nd -23rd of June The eagerly awaited Public Safety and Security Summit is hosting an array of leading international and regional security experts in Doha this week.Among the high-profile speakers at the initiative being held on June 22nd - 23rd are Chris Eaton, Head of Security for FIFA; Stephen Cooper OBE, Head of Security for the Olympic Delivery Authority and Wayne Harris, HSE and Security Director for Qata...

NICE Situator, industry-leading open situation management platform, can help public safety operations enhance emergency preparedness, improve situational awareness and streamline incident response NICE Systems Ltd. today introduced NICE Situator for public safety. The solution builds on NICE's leading Situation Management capabilities in the security sector to help public safety operations enhance emergency preparedness, improve situational awareness and streamline incident response. NICE will d...

Bosch Security Systems has expanded its AutoDome Junior HD series with a new fixed camera model. The AutoDome Junior HD Fixed Camera provides the same 1080p or 720p resolutions, 10x optical zoom and compact design as the rest of the series, making it an ideal indoor fixed camera choice for applications where both highly-detailed imaging and aesthetics are important.Banking, retail, casino, and government or commercial building applications will benefit from the camera's crisp, clear images that...

  A number of educational sessions were held at ISC West to provide knowledge to the security industry about their field ISC West opened with the debut of the revamped ISC Premier Education SeriesSM featuring sessions on the IP Technology Advancement Center & Certificate (IP-TAC2), the Master Security program, Remote Video Surveillance, Dataveillance, Workplace Violence and the CSO Forum. The ISC Premier Education Series is a revamped curriculum developed by the ISC Ed...

 Fujinon's D60x16.7 telephoto zoom lens: from IFSEC 2011 to the London Olympic Games 2012 Fujinon introduces new 60x, day/night 2 megapixel resolution HD telephoto CCTV zoom lens at IFSEC 2011 on Fujifilm (Europe) GmbH Stand 5/E25 Hall 5Now available from UK/Ireland distributor Pyser-SGI Limited is the new Fujinon 2 megapixel D60x16.7SR4DE-V21 telephoto CCTV zoom lens designed to meet the most up to date, high resolution long range surveillance needs of law enforcement organisatio...

  Surveon will showcase their new IP surveillance solutions at ISC West 2011This year at ISC West, Las Vegas, Surveon will be highlighting its end-to-end megapixel solutions with the introduction of its line of WDR 3-megapixel IP cameras, Hardware-RAID Megapixel NVR, as well as Enterprise VMS 2.4 to the US market. Surveon's new 3 megapixel cameras, feature Sony high-sensitivity sensors. These WDR capable box, bullet and dome models provide unprecedented contrast and detail to the Surve...