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Acre Security, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced the launch of the Aspire Partner programme, marking a significant step forward in enhancing and expanding its partner ecosystem. Initially available to strategic partners in the EMEA region, the programme aims to empower acre security partners by equipping them with the necessary resources and opportunities to explore new markets, create significant revenue streams, and enhance their technical and product kno...

HEINEKEN, the world's most international brewer, has selected Siemens as a partner for its global Net Zero Production roadmap. It is part of HEINEKEN’s ambitions to reach net zero in Scopes 1 and 2 across all production sites by 2030. Decarbonisation programme Siemens and HEINEKEN will work together on a long-term decarbonisation programme, which will see Siemens implementing solutions and services from its Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, to reduce energy usage at more than 15 HEINEKEN be...

Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), the largest meeting place in Southeast Asia for the global maritime value chain, will return for its 18th installment in Singapore from 13 to 15 March 2024 at the Marina Bay Sands.  The premier exhibition and conference is expected to bring together more than 14,000 shipowners, shipyards, ship management, and technical procurers to meet over 1,400 solutions providers.  Solutions and services “For the past few months, we have been reconnecting with...

A complete, end-to-end IDIS video solution has been deployed to support Mercedes-Benz’s ongoing investment in its Egyptian operations. The state-of-the-art solution, delivered by IDIS, in partnership with security integrator pioneer - G4S Egypt, is transforming both security and operational efficiency at the Mercedes-Benz showroom and warehouse in the Abo Rawash 6th October city industrial area. Mercedes-Benz investment With government support over several decades, Mercedes-Benz has inv...

Abacus Group, the Managed Services Provider (“MSP”) to alternative investment firms, announced the opening of a new office in central Edinburgh, to expand its research and development and customer support capabilities, while leveraging the rich local talent pool in the area. The strategic move follows the company’s 15% revenue growth in 2023, building on the 21% recorded in 2022. New office The new office is already being utilised by several employees, and Abacus expects to...

A pioneering security and access management specialist will be making its debut at Intersec 2024 in Dubai, UAE, as it showcases its two latest innovations to the worldwide market.  The Key Safe Company will join the world's pioneering event for emergency services, security, and safety from January 16-18, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Supra C500 product The company are pioneers in key safe technology, storing keys and critical information at the point of access for sectors r...

As Intersec 2024 approaches, Secure Logiq stands at the forefront of the surveillance industry, poised to showcase a fusion of innovation, strategic partnerships, and state-of-the-art solutions. Secure Logiq is thrilled to collaborate with esteemed technology partners at Intersec 2024, promising an engaging display of cutting-edge solutions. Technology at Intersec 2024 Explore the ground-breaking technology at the following partner stands: Axis – Stand S1-H11: Secure Logiq powers Axi...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the membership association for the security industry, have announced details for the 2024 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting, and empowering women in the security profession.  The second annual Security LeadHER conference will be held from Monday, June 24 – Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Security LeadHER Born of a need to e...

Everon, also known as ADT Commercial, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety in the U.S., announced the purchase of Apex Integrated Security Solutions, Inc., based out of Boise, Idaho, USA. Geographic expansion This is the third acquisition that Everon has completed since emerging as a standalone organisation in October 2023, and already the second in 2024, following the January 4 announcement that it had acquired Maine-based Portland Safe, Inc...

Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc. (Daikin), a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd., a manufacturer of heating, cooling, and refrigerant products, and XOi, the provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, are transforming the possibilities of field service technology through a new strategic relationship. AI- and data-driven solution Together, Daikin and XOi are working to revolutionise the way technicians interact with tech...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, will demonstrate the latest version of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center, as well as a range of cloud-ready solutions at Intersec 2024.   Taking place from 16 – 18 January, Intersec 2024 delegates can experience live demonstrations of the latest physical security products, and gain insights on Genetec's advanced technologies that ar...

Taglio, the globally renowned independent provider of smart card technologies, has announced that it has joined the PSIA. The company, based in Austin, Texas, was established in 2012, and its products and services have been integrated with many millions of smart cards, devices, and mobile phones worldwide. Physical access “Working with our OEM partners, Taglio’s products are deployed in identity and logical access projects, both large and small,” said GW Habraken, Co-Founder...

Melvin Bradley Kamcheff, better known as Brad, was a 35-year employee of Aiphone Corp. who led the company’s marketing team and was instrumental in developing the company’s strategic marketing plan. Sadly, Brad passed away unexpectedly on December 26th, 2023, at his home in Kirkland, Washington. He was 54 years old. Brad's role in Aiphone Brad was a dedicated employee of Aiphone, getting his start in the shipping department, before moving on to the technical support department, w...

Major provider of professional cloud-based security solutions for the UK and Ireland commercial, industrial and residential markets, RISCO, has announced a new partnership with top apprenticeship training provider, Skills for Security. The partnership aims to help address the national shortage of 30,000 security engineers and the sectoral skills gap.  LightSYS+ RISCO solutions including the hybrid intruder alarm system, LightSYS+, will be integrated into all six Skills for Security train...

Senstar, a provider of sensing and information management solutions for the protection of critical infrastructure, announces it has received additional LenelS2 factory certification as part of its long-standing membership in the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). Perimeter intrusion sensors Senstar's vast array of perimeter intrusion detection sensors, including FlexZone®, FiberPatrol® FP1150, FiberPatrol® FP400, Senstar LM100, OmniTrax®, UltraWave™, UltraLink&tr...

Ipsotek, an Eviden Business, and a pioneering provider of AI Computer Vision analytics solutions, has announced the appointment of Fraser Larcombe as its new Sales Manager for Australia and New Zealand (“ANZ”). Fraser brings a wealth of experience from his 14 years in the security and surveillance industry in ANZ selling cameras, video management systems and video analytics. His proven track record in driving sales and developing long-term client relationships, coupled with his...

Aqua Security, the pioneer in cloud-native security announced it has secured $60M in funding, led by new investor Evolution Equity Partners, with participation from existing investors Insight Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and StepStone Group. The funding, an extension of the company’s Series E round, places Aqua’s valuation above $1B.   Cloud-native security provider Aqua has raised $325 million since its founding in 2015. During that time, more than 5...

Knightscope announced that it has received its Authority to Operate (“ATO”) from the Federal Risk and Authorisation Management Program (“FedRAMP”), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Security assessment, authorisation FedRAMP is a government-wide program that provides a standardised approach to security assessment, authorisation, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. This achievement means that Knightscope will eventually be list...

Suprema, a pioneer in access control solutions, proudly announces the addition of Travis Sizer as its new Field Sales Engineer.  With a rich history in the security industry since 1999, Travis brings a wealth of experience to his new role at Suprema. His appointment is a strategic move by Suprema to fortify and extend its influence in the US market.   Utilising cutting-edge technologies On his enthusiasm for joining Suprema, Travis Sizer commented, “Suprema is a glob...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Renee Thompson – Director of Global Sustainability and Environmental Compliance at Wesco International as the first-ever Chair of SIA’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Advisory Board. Renee's experience Thompson has led the global Sustainability and Environmental Compliance team at Wesco since 2020, helping evolve the company’s approach to compliance, sustainable practices, and corporate citizenship. Since joining...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions announces that Axis Communications, an industry pioneer in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems, has completed the integration of ASSA ABLOY Aperio® wireless lock technology into the AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry all-in-one video and access control management system.  The Aperio integration offers Axis Communications customers an easy way to connect additional openings to their new and existing AXIS Camera Station Secure E...

HMS Networks acquires Red Lion Controls (Red Lion) and significantly expands its presence in North America. HMS Networks (HMS) has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Red Lion Controls, a distinguished provider of industrial automation and networking solutions. This strategic move underscores HMS’s commitment to expanding its global presence and enhancing its position as an industry leader in the rapidly evolving field of industrial automation. HMS Networks acquires Red Lion...

Motorola Solutions has acquired IPVideo, the creator of the HALO Smart Sensor, an all-in-one intelligent sensor that detects real-time health and safety threats. The company is based in Bay Shore, New York, USA.  HALO Smart Sensor The HALO Smart Sensor is a multifunctional safety and security device with built-in vape detection and air quality monitoring, gunshot detection, abnormal noise and motion detection, and emergency keyword detection. In areas where cameras and video security sol...

March Networks®, a global pioneer in video surveillance and video-based business intelligence solutions, is thrilled to announce a historic partnership with Garanti BBVA, one of Türkiye’s pioneering banks. This agreement marks a significant shift for Garanti BBVA from analogue to digital video surveillance and involves the deployment of over 22,000 IP cameras and 5,000 Network Video Recorders (NVRs) across their extensive network of 883 branches and over 4,000 ATMs. Technology-d...

Telaeris, Inc., a major provider of handheld solutions for Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), announces its new XPressEntry Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) Emergency Evacuation Mustering with HID’s Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Beacons and Gateways. XPressEntry RTLS Emergency Mustering adds an automatic method to quickly account for workers and visitors in an emergency evacuation at designated assembly areas/muster points and helps provide first responders with a precise, last known l...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified and forecasted the 2024 Security Megatrends, which form the basis of SIA’s signature annual Security Megatrends report defining the top 10 factors influencing both short- and long-term change in the global security industry. 2024 Security Megatrends SIA’s 2024 Security Megatrends were selected based on fall 2023 survey data and focus group input received from hundreds of top security industry business pionee...

Global card manufacturer - Tag Systems (part of AUSTRIACARD Holdings AG) has achieved Mastercard certification for its biometric card based on Fingerprint Cards’ sensor and STMicroelectronics STPay-Topaz-Bio solution. Banks and fintechs can issue Mastercard-branded biometric payment cards to enhance convenience and security for cardholders. Differentiate, retain, and acquire Roger Carrico, Vice President, Head of Sales & Business Development, Payment & Access at Fingerprints com...

Fime France has become the first European lab and the third worldwide to be accredited by the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) for biometric testing (NVLAP Lab Code 600365-0). Quality and reliability With this accreditation, Fime can help biometric solution providers demonstrate the quality and reliability of their solutions. It will also support solution buyers, integrators, and platform brand owners to evalu...

Cyberbit, a provider of the world's cybersecurity skills development and readiness platform, announced that it has been named a Pioneer in 'The Forrester Wave™: Cybersecurity Skills and Training Platforms, Q4 2023'. Forrester evaluated nine vendors for their Current Offering, Strategy, and Market Presence, and Cyberbit achieved the highest score, above all other vendors, in the current offering and strategy categories. Evaluation criteria Forrester scored the vendors in 21 criteria for...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and TXOne Networks Inc. announced that they have signed a long-term cooperation agreement covering technology development and marketing, aiming at expanding the operational-technology (OT) security businesses of both companies. Emergence of IoT and DX OT and industrial control systems in manufacturing sites are often operated in closed environments, with IT and OT systems separated from each other. However, the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) an...