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Camelot Secure, a revolutionary cybersecurity company, now announced that Stan Oliver, President/CEO of Camelot Secure, Phoenix, and DigiFlight, has been selected as a board member to the Duke University Cybersecurity Master of Engineering Program’s Industry Advisory Board. The Board’s mission is to provide expert guidance that supports and fosters innovation and excellence in curriculum, student internships, entrepreneurship, graduate outcomes, and related areas. Evolvin...

ASIS International, the world's largest association for security management professionals, is pleased to announce the opening of its Call for Proposals for the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026, inviting industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners to submit cutting-edge presentations across critical security domains.  Additionally, the association is seeking distinguished security professionals to serve as proposal reviewers, furthering the conference's...

Magenta Security Services marked its 30th anniversary in style last night at the Security & Fire Excellence Awards, where the company was named Security & Fire Sustainability Champion for the third year running. The Security & Fire Awards for Excellence are recognised across the sector as a benchmark for outstanding performance, innovation and best practice in both security and fire. The Sustainability Champion category honours organisations that demonstrate leadership in environmen...

Skills for Security is proud to announce Toby Moulder from APM Fire and Security Ltd, trained by SGS College, has won the Electronic Fire & Security competition at the WorldSkills UK National Finals. WorldSkills UK brings together the most talented apprentices and learners from across the country to compete in industry-standard technical challenges. Future of the fire and security workforce The Electronic Fire & Security competition, judged by NSI and SSAIB, is designed in partnership...

Immersive, the pioneer in cyber resilience, announced the general availability of Dynamic Threat Range, a groundbreaking new capability within its Immersive One platform that transforms how organisations validate and improve cyber readiness. Dynamic Threat Range runs authentic, full-chain live-fire attacks within supported enterprise environments, delivering a level of realism that traditional log replays cannot match. Powered by a new Infrastructure-as-Code foundation, it enables complex, real...

SoSafe, Europe's pioneer in security awareness training and human risk management, announced the appointment of Daniel Farkas as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) effective immediately and Peter Grausgruber as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective 1 January 2026. The new hires join the executive leadership team as the company enters its next phase of growth and scale.  As CRO, Daniel Farkas will lead all revenue-generating functions, including sales, partnerships, marketing, and customer succe...

Immersive, the pioneer in cyber resilience, is revealing a widening gap between confidence and capability in cybersecurity. Despite record investment, heightened board oversight, and nonstop training, measurable readiness has flatlined. While nearly every organisation believes it can handle a major incident, the data tells a different story. According to Immersive’s analysis, average decision accuracy is just 22%, and the average containment time is 29 hours. Meanwhile, Resilience Scores...

Allied Universal, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, announced that it has been honoured with the 2025 OnCon Icon “Top 50 Learning and Development Team” Award. The OnCon Icon awards are presented by OnConferences to recognise high performing teams and individuals in various fields of business. “Consistent growth, innovation and improvement are important to the success of our company. That’s why we have invested time in creating advance...

Skills for Security, the UK’s major fire and security apprenticeship training provider, is proud to welcome Axis Communications as its latest Platinum Sponsor, with an aim to focus on practical skills development and raising professional standards. This new partnership highlights Axis’ commitment to raising the bar in training, skills development and career progression for security professionals across the UK. Working closely with Skills for Security, Axis will support high-quality...

OPSWAT Academy, a premier provider of critical infrastructure protection (CIP) cybersecurity training, announced it was named a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Submitter Partner by ISC2.   The collaboration enables cybersecurity professionals worldwide to grow their expertise while meeting maintenance requirements for their ISC2 certifications, including CISSP, CCSP, and additional globally recognised credentials. “Partnering with ISC2, the world’s leading member...

Gallagher Security is pleased to announce the official opening of its new office in Southport on the Gold Coast, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth across Australia and the broader APAC and IMEA regions. This new location is Gallagher’s second office in Australia, following the establishment of the Gallagher Customer Service Centre in Epping, Victoria in 2016. Ribbon-cutting ceremony  The Gold Coast office was officially opened on Tuesday, 4 Nov...

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology, has announced plans to open two new international offices — one in Cologne, Germany, and another in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The expansion strengthens Blackline’s operations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), bringing the company closer to its rapidly-growing customer base in these regions. Blackline’s Cologne office adds to its established network in the U.K. and France, providing...

With its new Architects & Engineers (A&E) Partner Program, Dallmeier offers architects, consultants, and engineers comprehensive support for the design and implementation of state-of-the-art video security systems – through in-depth expertise, specialised tools, and exclusive digital resources. Support across all project phases With the A&E Partner Program, planners and engineers gain direct access to field-proven tools, resources, and expert know-how to design resilient and...

Skills for Security is attending the inaugural Security Event Asia to highlight its commitment to building a skilled, professional security workforce through apprenticeships, technical qualifications and continuing professional education. As the UK’s foremost provider of training and skills development for the security industry, on stand 1525, Skills for Security will share practical and digital ways the sector can attract new talent, upskill existing staff, and respond to changing techno...

Skills for Security has opened its seventh dedicated training site nationwide. The new facility, based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire has welcomed its first fire and security apprentices on site. The new centre has been fully renovated to create a modern and practical learning environment, with updated resources and facilities designed specifically for apprentices in the fire and security sector. Learners the hands-on experience Purpose-built classrooms and workshop areas mirror real-world wor...

Synectics, a pioneer in advanced security and surveillance solutions, has expanded its global Partner Program, introducing enhanced benefits across all tiers and launching a new premium status for top-performing channel partners. Premium Partners will receive greater discounts, priority support, exclusive product previews, qualified lead access, and a place on the Partner Advisory Board with a chance to influence product development and strategy. Benefits for partners Partners will also benef...

Every event is unique, and so are its security needs. Factors such as the type of event, the number of guests, the layout of the venue, and the location can all affect the kind and extent of security users will need. Thoroughly assess these factors to determine their specific security requirements. When planning an event, one of the most important considerations is the security of the venue. Ensuring the safety and well-being of their guests, staff, and property is a responsibility that should...

Allied Universal, the globally renowned security and facility services provider, announced that its security professional Nate Meininger has received an honorable mention for the 2024 Ralph Day Memorial Security Officer Heroism Award in recognition of his actions during an active shooter incident. In June 2024, while on duty at the Harford Mall in Bel Air, Maryland, Security Professional Meininger heard gunshots erupt at the Harford Bounce Party Place, a popular children’s entertainment c...

The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) is pleased to announce its participation in two of the UK’s most significant security and safety industry events this October: Fencex 2025 and MLA Expo 2025.  On 15th October 2025, DHF will exhibit at Fencex, the UK’s only exhibition dedicated to perimeter security, fencing, and access control.  Taking place at NAEC Stoneleigh Exhibition Park in Warwickshire, the biennial event brings together professionals, contractors, specifier...

In today’s technologically advanced and interconnected world, security measures are advancing at an unprecedented rate.   While basic security measures such as alarms and locks serve a purpose, there is a growing demand for more comprehensive and holistic approaches to security. This is where premium security services come into the spotlight, offering tailored solutions that address an individual’s or an organisation’s unique security needs. Changing face of threa...

Espria, a major UK managed services provider, announced it will be hosting "SOC vs The Clock," a high-intensity, immersive simulation event in partnership with Sophos. This experience is designed to provide IT and finance/operational leaders with a first-hand experience of the speed, impact and financial ramifications of a cybersecurity breach. "SOC vs The Clock" is a first-of-its-kind event that brings together the IT and finance/data functions to tackle a simulated cyber-attack, providing...

Teleport, the Infrastructure Identity company, announced AI Session Summaries, a new capability in Teleport Identity Security that enables customers to summarise insights from thousands of hours of session recordings in minutes. Teleport generates session recordings of SSH, Kubernetes, and database access events, capturing a granular record of who did what in infrastructure. Teleport’s new AI Session Security and compliance teams often invest substantial time reviewing session logs...

Gallagher Security Africa’s inaugural Command the Future 2025 event has wrapped up with resounding success, reinforcing Gallagher’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and long-term growth in Africa’s rapidly evolving security industry. With over 160 attendees, the event brought together industry pioneers, Channel Partners, Consultants, and End Users from across the continent to explore the future of security through hands-on experiences and expert presentations. Morne...

OPSWAT, a global pioneer in critical infrastructure protection (CIP), announced the opening of its international briefing centre and state-of-the-art cybersecurity lab in London, marking a significant expansion of its UK presence.  The investment underscores OPSWAT’s commitment to protecting finance, defence, and operational technology in manufacturing and energy to strengthen the UK’s economic and national security. As Europe’s financial capital, London is both a centre...

DigiFlight and its subsidiary, Camelot Secure, a revolutionary cybersecurity company, announced that Loilette Loderick, Network Forensics Analyst, has been named a finalist for the prestigious TechWomen100’s Global Award for Achievement. This recognition celebrates her outstanding contributions to cybersecurity, including driving the successful remediation of thousands of vulnerabilities and her profound impact as a mentor and leader. The public can help Loilette secure the top honour f...

Immersive, the pioneer in cyber resilience, announced the appointment of Aniket Menon as Chief Product Officer (CPO) and Thanos Karpouzis as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to its executive leadership team.  These critical additions will support innovation in Immersive One, the company’s unified cyber readiness platform, and reinforce Immersive’s mission to help organisations be ready for cyber threats through its AI-powered, evidence based Prove, Improve, Benchmark, and Report...

Argon Electronics, global pioneer in the development and manufacture of CBRN and hazardous material (HazMat) detector simulators, has been awarded a contract with Military University of Land Forces in Wroclaw, Poland. The UK-based training and simulation expert will support the military university to enhance their chemical warfare training capabilities through the provision of simulation tools for both localised and large-scale area training.  AP4C chemical detector simulator AP4C chem...

International SOS, the world’s pioneering health and security risk management services firm, announced a strategic partnership with Exlog Global (Exlog), a boutique, veteran-owned risk solutions provider. Together, they will deliver a seamless, intelligence-led executive services solution that integrates security and protective intelligence in one unified program. Intelligence and threat monitoring The joint solution will feature executive exposure assessments, protective in...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the global body for security professionals in Higher and Further Education, has announced a new partnership with Stamp Out Spiking, the UK’s major charity dedicated to ending drink spiking. Recent figures from Anglia Ruskin University (2024) highlight the scale of the problem, with: 90% of people don’t contact the police after being spiked and around half of those said it’s because they ‘don’t see th...

Through their strategic partnership, 360 Vision Technology and Northwood Technology are setting new standards of excellence in high-security surveillance across Ireland.  Sharing the same commitment to quality in visual surveillance, the partnership offers end-to-end camera solutions engineered to deliver advanced situational awareness across a broad range of specialist applications in demanding environments. With a reputation as being Ireland’s most progressive distributor, Northwo...