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Siqura video surveillance solutions set to grab the spotlight at ISC West 2011

  Siqura video surveillance solutions will be showcased at ISC West 2011 Optelecom-NKF Inc., manufacturer of advanced Siqura and Optelecom video surveillance solutions and a member of TKH Group, today announced its intention to participate in the ISC West 2011 trade show in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, from April 6th through the 8th.Complete video security and surveillance solutionsWith over 35 years of experience, Optelecom-NKF offers global solutions for the video security and survei...

Latest technological solutions in homeland security to get unveiled at GSA 2011

 GSA 2011 will showcase latest security screening, biometrics, surveillance and security risk management solutionsReinforcing GSA 2011's position as the premier "must attend" event in the Asia Pacific region, major technology vendors and specialists will be showcasing the latest in Homeland Security solutions and concepts. Some of the industry giants participating at the event, to be held from 15 -17 March at the iconic Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre, Singapore, include global...

BAPCO 2011 to showcase lower cost incident management and emergency planning

 The Annual BAPCO 2011 Conference and Exhibition will take the centre stage on 13th - 14th April 2011Arguably, the range and scale of present threats to business continuity and public safety has never been greater on the domestic and international level. At the more extreme level, the last few months alone have seen a range of extraordinary situations, with both national and global impact, from the rescue of the Chilean miners to the appalling devastation caused by the terrorist b...

RapidKL adopts NUUO total solution to ensure 4 million passengers’ security

 RapidKL public transportation has made its passengers even more secure by using NUUO surveillance solutionsNUUO, Inc. Central Management System takes care of high-end projects.With its integrated rail and bus network, RapidKL is Malaysia's largest public transport provider in the Klang Valley.  The service transports approximately 4.8million passengers every week, with 992 buses operating between 48 stations daily. Ensuring the safety of their huge passenger base during transit must b...

Salford City Council receives the Public Sector Security Award sponsored by NSI

 David Walsh, Salford Council's Operational Services Manager received the AwardThe Government Business Awards recognise local authorities and central government departments that have demonstrated sound business judgement  in a range of disciplines including outsourcing, environmental innovation, safety and, security.The ‘Public Sector Security Award' is given to the Local Authority or Central Government project that gives due consideration to security in the enhancement of the sa...

Protex Arabia 2011 to focus on fire, safety and protection markets in Saudi Arabia

 Protex Arabia 2011 will provide the platform for safety and security market in Saudi Arabia which is growing fast thereSaudi Arabia is the second largest market in the world, with a $97 billion forecast spend on homeland security alone over the next 8 years; equating to a massive $12 billion per year on projects in a rapidly evolving market. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has 24 separate agencies and organisations employing more than a quarter of a million people; there is priority for instal...

Security Industry expert Guy Walker appointed as Northeast Director of Sales by SightLogix

 Security Industry veteran Guy Walker has been appointed Northeast Director of Sales by SightLogix SightLogix the leading supplier of intelligent video systems for outdoor areas and perimeter security, announces the appointment of Guy Walker as its new Director of Sales for the Northeast United States and Canada. Mr. Walker comes to SightLogix with extensive experience as a consultative salesperson in the security industry. For the past eight years, he has managed the same territo...

ADT announces top security strategies to protect hospitals and care homes

 ADT offers an insight into enhancing security at public healthcare organisationsADT, Europe's leading provider of electronic fire and security solutions, published a whitepaper outlining strategies to enhance security at public healthcare organisations that need to protect patients and employees from ongoing threats. According to the NHS National Violence Against Staff statistics, there were 54,758 physical assaults against NHS staff from 2008-2009. The resulting cost to NHS trusts amounts...

Secutech 2011 Thailand set to attract major players from the security and safety industry

  Secutech Thailand is part of Messe Frankfurt's global network of security trade fairs involving many companiesSecutech Thailand, set to become the leading trading platform for the security, fire and safety industries in Thailand, is attracting leading industry players to its upcoming show which will be held 30 June - 2 July 2011 at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre.The annual show is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd. and IPEX - International...

Berkeley County to get equipped with high resolution security solution from MOBOTIX

 Buildings and complexes in Berkeley County, West Virginia will get security surveillance infrastructure from MOBOTIX    MOBOTIX, a technology leader and system provider of digital high-resolution network-based video security systems announced an extensive installation agreement with Berkeley County, West Virginia, in which the company will be integrating a highly advanced surveillance infrastructure across multiple municipal buildings and complexes.Adding more than 25 Hemispheric...

Radio communication network extended on the Bulgarian border jointly by CASSIDIAN and Ericsson

  Ivan Dimitrov, Director of Department Communication and Information Systems Ministry of Interior A consortium of Cassidian and Ericsson successfully completed the Schengen project for development of the TETRA radio network in Bulgaria. Following this latest extension, the secure radio communication network now includes a further 50 fixed and three mobile TETRA base stations. This has doubled the size of the network to 111 TETRA base stations.The Bulgarian public safety forces, partic...

CASSIDIAN showcased IED component & simulation software at the annual congress of the German BKA

Cassidian will also introduce its updated training simulation software for the heavyweight EOD robot tEODorCASSIDIAN presents new training simulation software for EOD Robots Telemax and tEODor. New IED Component Catalogue and Circuit Constructor to simplify Explosive Ordnance Disposal operations. CASSIDIAN is the new name of EADS Defence & Security.CASSIDIAN showcased its expertise and innovative ability in terms of Holistic Explosives & Ammunition Training (HEAT) at the Annual Cong...

Gallagher to sign Memorandum of Understanding with Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security

The Memorandum will strengthen Gallagher's position in a growing Asian marketGallagher Security Management Systems is to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security strengthening the company's position in a growing Asian market. GSMS representatives recently met with Institute of Professional Electronics & Mechanical Engineering Director, Mr Nguyen Thanh Bien, to discuss future security projects throughout Vietnam's government divisions. Mr Bien express...

Upcoming BSIA event focuses on enhancing public security in the face of police budget cuts

Effective working partnerships between police and private security companies result in budgetary savingsWith budget cuts across the public sector recently announced by the Coalition government, police forces across the country will be faced with increased pressure to cut costs while maintaining an excellent level of service to local communities. The private security industry can do much to help police forces overcome this challenge, especially when it comes to protecting national and regional in...

Lieutenant General Kenneth A. Minihan to keynote at Public Security & Safety Expo at ISC West

 Lieutenant General Kenneth A. Minihan, former NSA director to discuss the Comprehensive National CyberSecurity initiative at ISC West 2009Lieutenant General Kenneth A. Minihan, former director of the National Security Agency and the Defense Intelligence Agency, will deliver the keynote address at Public Security & Safety Expo at ISC West on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 11:00 am in the Sands Expo Center Room 602 in Las Vegas. Lt. Gen. Minihan will present on the challenges and opportuniti...