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The move by OCS will save over 500 UK jobs in Silverdell OCS, the UK-based total facilities management provider with global revenues of £840m, has acquired certain business and assets of Euro Dismantling Services, EDS Plant Solutions and EDS Group Holdings (subsidiaries of Silverdell plc) from Joint Administrators at BDO. The acquired business units comprise the Decontamination, Access & Insulation and Nuclear trading divisions operated by EDS. The move by OCS will...

The PSIA is committed to providing integrators and security end users with specifications that deliver true interoperability. The recent upgrade of PSIA’s Area Control specification sets a high bar for vendors, which helps ensure plug-and-play compatibility among PSIA-compliant products. In December, the PSIA released Version 2.0 of the specification and made it open and publicly available to all industry manufacturers in addition to PSIA members. Area Control 2.0 incorporates PSIA’...

ASSA ABLOY Access Control has upgraded Aperio’s innovative wireless hub technology to facilitate faster wireless communications with any existing access control system. ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s Aperio enables the wireless integration of mechanical locks into existing access control systems, offering a cost effective and simple security upgrade, with minimal modification to doors and premises. The new Aperio IP communications hub connects up to eight separate secure doors, linkin...

NICE will mark its record achievement and communicate its 2014 sales initiatives at its global sales meetings NICE Systems recently announced that for 2013 it surpassed $1 billion in bookings for the first time in its history. The company will mark its record achievement and communicate its 2014 sales initiatives at its global sales meetings taking place this month in Asia and the U.S. Zeevi Bregman, President and CEO, NICE Systems, said, “At the beginning of 2013,...

The PSIA specifications deliver a wide range of security solutions based on easily integrated tools and systems “The New Year is still young, and the PSIA already has a variety of projects under way that build on our many accomplishments in 2013. We're planning a Plugfest for products and systems based on our Area Control specification, version 2.0 of which was released late last year. Our Recording and Content Management (RaCM) specification is being enhanced with t...

ISM recruited Ruaa using the Pareto graduate recruitment service ISM, the UK based pioneers of Genesys security control room management system have started 2014 bullishly forecasting 35% growth in 2014 on the basis of doubling their order book in 2013. Stephen Smith, Sales and Marketing Director attributes this exceptional growth to: “Our unflinching commitment to R&D coupled with the global demand for Genesys.” “We’ve become highly successful...

Nedap AVI has developed energetically and has expanded its portfolio Nedap AVI has announced that with immediate effect it will globally operate under the new name Nedap Identification Systems. The reason behind the name change is that over the past few years Nedap AVI (Automatic Vehicle Identification) has developed energetically and has expanded its portfolio. From specialist in long-range RFID solutions for vehicle and driver identification to a solution provider with...

This year will see Tavcom celebrate its 20th anniversary In a year that sees Tavcom celebrate its 20th anniversary, the Prospectus provides details on a new System Integration course and a Tavcom online Level 5 BTEC Diploma course. “End-users are understandably seeking to achieve the best possible return on investment from their electronic security systems. We expect therefore that our Systems Integration course will prove to be extremely popular with installers who are...

D3 Security, the award-winning compliance reporting and incident management software provider, has developed an incident, operations and compliance management platform for gaming establishments. D3 Casino ICM delivers strengthened internal controls, powerful documentation ability and anti-money laundering compliance to a gaming industry hit hard by historic enforcements and extreme fines. Called D3 Casino ICM—for incident and compliance management—the D3 system offers an all-in-one...

To commemorate the company’s 25th anniversary, O&C aims to pursue new revenues OPENERS & CLOSERS, one of the European leading manufacturers of secure locking solutions, is pleased to announce its first quarter of century in business in the 2014. Since its foundation in 1989, O&C has expanded its business in over 60 countries around the world with a wide portfolio that has never stopped growing. Always, working with its main values on top: innovation, quality...

SALTO Systems has added a new SALTO GEO electronic cylinder for cam locks to its model range, offering an easy way to boost security of these commonly used locks. Cam locks are typically used to secure cupboards, document cabinets, school lockers, electrical panels etc. and usually consist of a base, which contains a keyhole, and a long tailpiece or tongue known as a cam. Cam locks are one of the simplest of lock fastenings. The cam itself acts as a locking bolt and is directly operated when...

In his new role Malcolm is responsible for the upkeep of its UKAS accreditation to ISO/IEC 17021 2011 SSAIB, the UK’s leading fire, security and telecare certification body for organisations, has appointed Malcolm Craighead to its newly created post of Compliance and Scheme Manager. Malcolm has been a self-employed auditor and consultant for the past six years and previously had over 30 years’ service within the paper and packaging industry. In his new role with S...

Counter Terror Expo’s commitment is reflected in the impressive roster of distinguished speakers In January 2013, terrorists launched an attack in Algeria on the Tigantourine gas facility. April sees the detonation of two bombs near the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon. The savage killing of Drummer Lee Rigby takes place in Woolwich in May. In September, terrorists enter the Westgate Shopping Mall in Nairobi and cause multiple deaths and injuries in a sustained gu...

Geoff will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities for Wavestore’s open platform VMS Wavestore has announced a further expansion of its sales team with the appointment of Geoff Bowers to the role of Business Development Manager. Geoff has worked within the electronic security industry for over 15 years, eight of which as a Director of CBC (Europe) Ltd, whilst immediately prior to joining Wavestore, Geoff was Sales Director of Sicura Systems. Reporting...

HID Global’s World Headquarters will be the company’s largest facility worldwide HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced the opening of its new World Headquarters and North American Operations Center in Austin, Texas. HID Global has initiated its first phase of operations at the state-of-the-art facility ahead of schedule and expects it to be fully operational by Q3 2015. It features 250,000 square feet of manufacturing, offi...

Vismo, the market-leading iPhone tracking app, is now available through the Apple App Store for iPhone and iPad running iOS7. Vismo uses GPS and other technologies to provide tracking updates, even indoors. Vismo’s Geo-fence and Panic Button alerts allow security teams to track, protect and respond to employees as they travel to high-risk areas. The App Store launch now allows even easier access to the Vismo platform and offers a free seven day trial. The free trial enables users to test...

Surveon, the complete megapixel solutions provider, recently introduces the Surveon Control Center (SCC), a powerful add-on suite for advanced security projects. Upgraded from Surveon’s VMS, the SCC has more to offer, including interactive video walls, matrix screen displays, centralised alarm management, and scalability with thousands of cameras and multiple clients. Supporting interactive video walls and matrix screen displays, the SCC provides scalable and cost-effective solutions to h...

INSIDE Secure, a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices, recently introduces a new approach to embedding a robust security platform in mobile devices to fortify and protect them against system integrity attacks. The first of its kind, the power-optimised INSIDE Secure VaultIP solution provides a set of certification-ready hardware IP modules. Chip makers can use this stand-alone or in ARM TrustZone(R) architecture to quickly and cost effectively embed hardware se...

VidSys Vice President EMEA Darren Chalmers-Stevens will be demonstrating next-generation PSIM from VidSys VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, today announced details of its participation at the Intersec Expo, taking place 19-21 January 2014 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre on the Sony stand #SA-316C. Together with Sony, Darren Chalmers-Stevens, Vice President EMEA, VidSys will demonstrate next gene...

CBRNe Summit is just over 2 months away and is the only event that is officially endorsed by the JCBRN Defence Centre of Excellence in Europe. With more detection techniques now being widely used across Europe this is a great opportunity to meet with senior first responders and emergency service personnel to discuss the latest detection techniques used in their respective country. With more frequent threats happening to major European cities all first responder units and comm...

Dominic and Daren’s appointments will form part of a strategic move to strengthen Axis’ regional sales and marketing provision The global market leader in the network video market, Axis Communications, is gearing up for continued growth in 2014, with a key new appointment and a promotion to its senior management team in Northern Europe. Dominic Jones joins Axis as Regional Marketing Manager and will be based in Watford. Prior to joining Axis, he spent two years wi...

The expansion will enhance the availability of Teleste’s IP-based video surveillance solutions in the Middle East Teleste, an international technology group specialised in broadband video and data communication systems and services, recently announced the opening of a new sales office in Dubai. The office will be operational in January 2014. The expansion follows Teleste’s strategy of providing its world-class video surveillance solutions to customers on a global s...

IVS is an excellent solution for use in public places such as airports, stadiums, border crossings, offices, shopping mall, and buildings AirLive, one of the most advanced international IP Surveillance Networking products and solutions provider is announced its participation at INTERSEC Dubai 2014 (SAEED ARENA HALL, Booth: 1004C). AirLive will showcase its latest Surveillance Networking Solutions, and innovative products: Speed Dome Smart Tracking, Face Detection by IVS IP...

Kim Loy is responsible for all global marketing, product strategy and implementation activities DVTEL, INC., the leading video surveillance solutions provider, has appointed Kim Loy as Vice President, Global Marketing and Chief Product Officer. In her new role, Loy is responsible for all global marketing, product strategy and implementation activities. She will work closely with the company’s R&D team and global sales to closely align marketing goals with strate...

IHS expects electromagnetic locks and electric strikes will grow at CAGRs of 6.9% and 7.8% respectively The increased popularity of electronic access control systems is contributing to the market growth of electric strikes and electromagnetic locks, each of which is forecast to outperform mechanical locks through 2017. IHS expects from 2012 to 2017, global revenues for electromagnetic locks and electric strikes will grow at compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) of 6.9% and 7.8%...

IHS report provides qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify where the market opportunities are for Safe City projects  FirstNet, a high-speed broadband data network dedicated to public safety using a nationwide spectrum licence, is expected to increase collaboration between emergency responders, a new report from the IHS Security & Fire division has found. Revenues in the American market for electronic security equipment in city surveillance applications to...

The BSIA continues to play a pivotal role forging productive links between UK security companies and overseas buyers Members of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council are planning to demonstrate their latest state-of-the-art security innovations to visitors at the forthcoming Intersec 2014 show in Dubai (January 19-21). This year the high profile exhibition is playing host to a multitude of BSIA member companies, with many concentrated on the BSIA-organ...

MOBOTIX currently has around 150 active partners in the UK MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has signed a new UK distribution agreement with NBM Distribution Limited, a specialist supplier of data network cabling architecture solutions and security products which came into effect on December the 1st. Established in 1988, NBM Distribution services the growing demands of the computer networking market. Based from...

Video Insight will donate the software and equipment necessary to implement a video surveillance solution In an effort to help campuses prevent and combat violence, Video Insight – a leading developer of enterprise IP video surveillance software – will donate over $250,000 in video surveillance software and hardware to schools and colleges nationwide in 2014 via a new Video Insight School Security Grant. “In this day and age of continued violent acts and thr...

The combined KIPS/NCT CBRNe EurAsia show will welcome a representation of Ukrainian government officials In 2014 the Non-Conventional Threat event series joins the 4th edition of the Kiev International Protection, Security and Fire Safety (KIPS)event which will take place from the 3rd to the 6th of March in Kiev, Ukraine. The highly successful KIPS exhibition is Ukraine’s most important Homeland Security show and welcomed more than 4500 trade visitors in 2013. The co...