Boeing has shared it's outlook for the Middle East defense sector, and reaffirmed its commitment to the region, ahead of the biennial International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX). “The Middle East is a very important market for Boeing and of strategic importance in terms of growth,...
As part of their COVID-19 response, Gallagher and Invixium have collaborated to develop an integrated, user-friendly solution to address the global market's immediate, health-oriented needs. IXM TITAN with Enhancement Kit is Invixium’s flagship biometric reader and hallmark of its COVID-19 solution, which delivers simultaneous face recognition...
Tawazun Economic Council and Al Fattan Holding Investment, a UAE leading shipbuilding group plan to upgrade three shipyards in Abu Dhabi and Fujairah to meet the operational requirement of the UAE Naval and Air Forces. A MOU was signed Tuesday by H.E. Tareq Abdulraheem Al Hosani,...
Honeywell and IDEMIA have announced a strategic alliance to create and cultivate an intelligent building ecosystem that provides a more seamless and enhanced experience for operators and occupants alike. The alliance will integrate Honeywell’s security and building management systems with IDEMIA’s biometric-based access control systems...
Jaguar Racing has recently announced that they have partnered with one of the world’s largest enterprise software providers, Micro Focus, ahead of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Joining as the team’s official digital transformation, business resiliency and analytics partner, Micro Focus will provide support...
ATLAS Telecom and Plextek have announced a strategic partnership on the next generation E-Passport programme to deliver an innovative marine tracker solution serving the evolving needs of the Critical Infrastructure and Coastal Protection Authority (CICPA) in the UAE. ATLAS Telecom has recently awarded Plextek an...
Tawazun Economic Council and Thales Emarat Technologies have announced the launch of a Radar Center of Excellence in accordance with the UAE Strategic Vision. The new Radar Center of Excellence will see the development, building, maintenance and support of Thales radars with specific focus on the...
Bosch's latest Autodome IP starlight 5100i now comes with enhanced image quality and built-in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help operators react before a potential situation occurs. Designed for outdoor surveillance applications when light levels vary, the Autodome IP starlight 5100i has a new ½ inch camera...
A survey has been commissioned by Honeywell and conducted by Wakefield Research has revealed the measures put in place for workers in the Middle East make them feel safer in the workplace, including enhanced cleaning procedures and new building management technology investment. The survey of 500...
TDSi's flagship Gardis range now includes Lift Control, Area Occupancy and ANPR features which are all designed to assist with not only security, but also ongoing safeguarding of health and social distancing requirements. Tina Baker, TDSi’s software project manager commented: “The new functions are available as...
Eagle Eye Networks and Sitasys have introduced what they describe as first of its kind automated alarm handling for operation centres. The Eagle Eye Cloud VMS and its analytics functionality has been integrated into the evalink Alarm Monitoring Platform allowing service operations centres to more efficiently...
Endorsed by Saudi Cloud Computing Association, World Cloud Show is gearing up to virtually connect the most influential voices in the Saudi’s cloud space this March. Notable speakers include the likes of Fahad A Alhamed, Dr Fatmah Ba Othman, Badar Khan & more. Having hosted multiple...
The new Compact Dome is Ava Security's answer to the ever increasing market demand for smaller cameras. “After listening to our customers and partners, we are ready to reveal an amazingly sleek camera that maintains Ava’s high quality and powerful analytics,” says Tormod Ree, CEO of...
SentinelOne has announced the acquisition of Scalyr. SentinelOne will now be able to correlate, search, and action data from any source. This will make them the industries most advanced XDR platform for reatime threats. SentinelOne has set the bar for the XDR market and solves one...
Odyssey Cybersecurity has proudly announced the long-anticipated rebranding of its award-winning ClearSkies™ line of cloud-based products and services, signifying its promise to constantly stay abreast of rapid technological advancements in addressing its customers’ evolving Information Security and Risk Management needs. ClearSkies™ offers fast, robust, flexible, scalable...
Since the pandemic, the number of cyber-attacks in the UAE and the region has seen a substantial increase, as the organisations have been forced to an immediate remote working scenario. As part of the efforts targeting the cyber security of the financial sector specifically, the Central...
Honeywell has been awarded a major contract by SEPCO Electric Power Construction Corporation (SEPCO) to supply connected control, telecommunications, safety and security systems for the King Salman International Complex for Maritime Industries and Services shipyard being developed by Aramco in Ras Al-Khair, Saudi Arabia. When completed,...
Invixium, a leading global provider of innovative touchless biometric solutions has deployed its IXM TITAN with Enhancement Kit at Eastern Platinum Limited (Eastplats) Crocodile River Mine in South Africa. This deployment comes in response to a growing global need for touchless access control and temperature screening...
Remsdaq, a leading manufacturer of access control systems, has launched a new range of facial recognition camera terminals with artificial intelligence functions for body temperature and face mask screening. The camera terminals are ideal for organisations looking to make their buildings COVID-secure using contactless technologies and...
March 16, 2021| Hybrid Summit Driving Customer Experience through Technologies Currently, the Middle East is the biggest digital hub with massive technological transformation taking place. In past decade, the Middle Eastern market has completely migrated its infrastructure to a digital platform. The current pandemic has enabled a...
New research into the impact of COVID-19 on physical security purchasing decisions has revealed a sharp increase in the necessity/urgency for businesses to adopt hosted video surveillance (VSaaS) and access control (ACaaS) solutions in Europe. While 70% of 1000 senior decision makers in IT, security, FM...
Overall spending on information and communications technology (ICT) in Saudi Arabia is set to reach $32.9 billion this year, up 1.5% on 2020. That's according to the latest predictions revealed last week by International Data Corporation (IDC) as it hosted the region's most influential ICT industry figures...
Go Smart Solutions, a software development company in Saudi Arabia, has selected IBM Cloud for its operations to meet its critical need for infrastructure performance and enterprise-grade security. Founded in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Go Smart Solutions serves customers locally as well as in the UAE, Lebanon...
Outdoor video surveillance experts, NSGate has signed a distribution agreement with Topnet Distribution FZCO, a regional value added distributor of network infrastructure, ICT and security solutions in the Middle East. With this agreement, NSGate's full range of solutions for outdoor video surveillance systems and industrial networking...
Apstec Systems' Human Security Radar system has been purchased by Koelnmesse GmbH in Cologne for immediate deployment for high-throughput, low contact security screening at the entrances to the exhibition centre. The Cologne exhibition centre is the third-largest in Germany and one of the top ten in the world....
360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged PTZ and thermal imaging cameras, will be promoting the use of radar imaging in its new Technology Learning Webinar. Scheduled for Thursday 4 February, 10am-11am, the free-of-charge radar technology webinar explores basic principles, applications, design considerations and system...
Axis Communications has appointed Ettiene Van Der Watt to the role of regional director, Middle East & Africa, which includes United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Africa and Levant countries. Ettiene has been part of the Axis family for close to a decade and...
Over two thirds of the British population now own a smartphone, using it for nearly two hours every day to browse the internet, access social media, bank and shop online. Now, they can also check-in to a hotel and open their hotel room using their...
Johan Paulsson, CTO at Axis Communications gives his six top trends for the physical security sector in 2021 When the COVID-19 pandemic took hold, few would have predicted the enormous impact it would have across the world. In the physical security sector we have seen technology implemented...
Hanwha Techwin has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Benha Electronics, the Ministry of Military (MMP) in Egypt. Under the MOU, Hanwha Techwin and the MMP will cooperate in expanding the depth and reach of cutting-edge security solution applications, particularly in video surveillance, within the...
Forensic Access a leading provider of a broad range forensic science services to the criminal justice system has acquired digital forensics specialists IntaForensics which consolidates their position as an international market leader in the sector. Oxfordshire-based Forensic Access’ portfolio of expertise covers the spectrum of forensic...
Supporting installers and integrators to achieve optimum results for their IP camera installations, Clear Vision Technologies in conjunction with barox Kommunikation AG, the global technology leader and specialist manufacturer of ‘Switches made for video networks’, has launched a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certified training course. Aimed...
The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), the organiser of the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) which is being held from 21-25 February, has received approval from the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre for all badge holders to...
The electronic security industry has never experienced a more difficult time. The pandemic has created stresses and strains throughout the supply chain, with system integrators, distributors and manufacturers all having to adapt the way they operate, to ensure colleagues, as well as customers, are kept...
Customers are asking for the cloud; Advanced analytics will transform video surveillance systems into even more valuable business solutions; Compliance requirements are constantly evolving; IT departments are engaging with, and in many cases owning video surveillance; and, Customers are expecting systems to be open and...
Designers of smart electronic perimeter detection and LED illumination equipment GJD has launched a high-performance illuminator that combines infra-red and white light for day and night vision. The Clarius Hybrid IP also incorporates the latest surface mount LED technology with enhanced optical output and outstanding reliability, delivering...
Saab has received a follow on contract with the United Arab Emirates regarding the sale of two GlobalEye systems, Saab’s advanced airborne surveillance system. The order value is USD 1.018 billion and the contract period is 2020-2025. The original contract with the United Arab Emirates for...
ITS Products has released its latest version of an anti-ligature non-grip corner custodial camera, specifically developed for prisons, secure mental hospitals, custody suites and immigration detention centres. The CMD4 has been designed to offer an extremely wide field of view minimising room blind spots. High-resolution recordings...
Rapiscan has launched its most advanced metal detection system to date with the Orion Metor 900M, which will be the first offering in a new line-up of advanced metal detection systems. The Metor 900M is weatherproof with IP65 protection and uses include visitor screening at stadiums, critical...
Canadian security company, Genetec has released the results of a state of the industry report based on insights from over 1,000 physical security leaders. The report looks at how the physical security industry is reacting to the threat of COVID-19, how security professionals are coping,...
The International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021), held from 21 – 25 February 2021 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, have signed a strategic agreement with the Tawazun Economic Council (Tawazun). A key enabler of the...
Airbus has been selected by the largest oil and gas company in Saudi Arabia, to upgrade its mission-critical communication network. Airbus will deploy its Tactilon Agnet solution and latest Tetra technology. The renewed communication system will help the company better optimize resources, and fast-track decision-making processes....
Heald Ltd, a leading designer and manufacturer of hostile vehicle mitigation security products, has announced a partnership with German security firm truckBloc GmbH. The partnership will see truckBloc hold exclusivity in Germany to supply a range of Heald’s patent-protected security bollards including shallow and surface mount...
Fiera Milano has scheduled a new date for Italian security show Sicurezza. The show will be postponed by just one week and will take place from 23 to 25 November 2021, again at the same time as Smart Building Expo. The exhibition formula remains unchanged, aimed...
Finnish Security Awards has presented its Innovation Award 2020 to Idesco’s new mobile access solution: Idesco Mobile Lite, which lets users enter locked doors using credentials stored in their phones. Traditional RFID access control systems allow secure access only to users carrying, for example, an authorized card...
ATG Access has teamed up with Singapore baed ESCO Ptr Ltd to strengthen its position as a leading supplier of hostile vehicle mitigation solutions across Asia. The three-year agreement will grant exclusive rights to ESCO to manufacture, supply, install and maintain ATG Access equipment. ESCO has extensive...
Nedap, leading specialist in advanced vehicle identification solutions, has upgraded its ANPR Lumo license plate reader for vehicle access control with Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) ensuring a greater site security. The ANPR Lumo is one of the world’s first all-in-one license plate recognition system...
Suprema has announced that its BioStar 2 platform acquired ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications, internationally recognized privacy information and security standard. ISO 27001 ensures that appropriate measures are in place for data protection and management of information. ISO 27701, first established in August last year,...
Moro Hub (Data Hub Integrated Solutions LLC), a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) as a part of Dubai 10X initiative, announced the launch of end-to-end managed security services in the region. Customers can now avail Moro...
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Intersec Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s largest trade fair for security, safety, and fire protection, will take place in September 2021. The 4th edition of the three-day event, licensed by Dubai-headquartered Messe Frankfurt Middle East, will take place from 19 –21 September 2021 at...