IP security & surveillance news

 DHS Secretary Janet NapolitanoPhoto courtesy of FEMA Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano travelled to Mexico City at the invitation of her Mexican colleague, Interior Secretary Fernando Francisco Gómez-Mont, to meet with officials from North, Central and South American and Caribbean and the International Civil Aviation Organisation to discuss ways to bolster global aviation security measures and standards. "The international dimensions of the December 25...

The SIA has obtained guilty verdicts against Sabrewatch for supplying unlicensed security guardsAfter a series of court hearings, the SIA has obtained guilty verdicts against security company Sabrewatch Limited and its directors for supplying unlicensed security guards.The result comes after a lengthy court process concerning offences committed at the time licensing of the manned guarding sector came into force - confirming that the SIA has both the power and intent to prosecute.The East Grinste...

 Michael Hodor plans to advance Avigilon's leadership position in the high-definition surveillance marketAvigilon has announced the appointment of Michael Hodor as the company's senior sales director for Western North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific regions. A top performing sales executive and manager with sixteen years sales experience in the security industry, Hodor is responsible for driving sales and increasing awareness for Avigilon's award winning high definition (HD) survei...

 Martin has over 30 years of experience in the security industryThe Security Industry Association New Product Showcase (NPS) Planning Committee has selected Jennifer Martin of Pixim to be its new chairman.Martin, the manager of worldwide channel programs for Pixim, is a committee member who had served as a judge for the NPS for five years. She brings more than 30 years of experience in the security industry to the position."I'm very excited to have been chosen," Martin said. "...

 Visitors to Sicur will be invited by Nedap to take a look at integration possibilities with biometricsNedap will be well represented at the International Security, Safety & Fire Exhibition in Madrid. From 2 to 5 March 2010, the IFEMA Exhibition Centre in Madrid, Spain, will host the International Security, Safety & Fire Exhibition, Sicur. The trade fair will bring together leading companies in the security sector, including Nedap that will present a variety of its innovative p...

 Pinnacle Marketing is a manufacturer's representative with a successful history in security marketplaceSightLogix, the leading supplier of outdoor video analytics systems for area and perimeter security, has named Pinnacle Marketing Inc. of Plano, Texas, as SightLogix's newest manufacturers representative. Specifically, Pinnacle will cover the states of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas. Pinnacle Marketing is known as a premier manufacturer's representative with a long and successful...

 The briefings were arranged for security companies providing frontline security staff to guard crowded places Over 160 directors and managers from security companies in the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) enjoyed a series of industry briefings organised by the Government's Office for Security & Counter-Terrorism (OSCT) in London on Wednesday 10th February. The briefings were attended by representatives from the BSIA's Security Guarding, Cash and Valuables in Transit (CVIT)...

 The Middle East represents a significant growth opportunity for manufacturers of video surveillance equipmentIMS Research's "Middle East Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance - 2010 edition" report forecasts that the Middle East market for video surveillance equipment will grow by over 10% in 2010 and the region is forecast to continue to grow strongly towards 2013. When compared with other regional markets, the Middle East represents a significant growth opportunity for manufac...

DELOPT has integrated the iSecure Video Analytics Suite with XProtect™ IP video management software Milestone Systems, a leading developer of open platform XProtect IP video management software, has announced the successful integration of iSecure video analytics from Delopt. As an authorised Milestone Solution Partner, DELOPT has integrated their iSecure Video Analytics Suite with Milestone XProtect™ IP video management software to provide cost-effective, high-quality video analytica...

  The Panasonic stand at BETT 2010 was a buzz of activity with technology solutions aimed to help deliver better educationThe New Year saw Panasonic UK Systems Group unveil the 'Classroom of the Future' at BETT 2010, the world's largest ICT and education technology event. Despite the snow, the Panasonic stand was a buzz of activity for the entire show, with attendees intrigued by a groundbreaking array of technology solutions aimed to help deliver a better primary, secondary...

Attendees will gain a better understanding of current and future developments within the field of mobile surveillancePlustek Technology Inc., a provider of surveillance and imaging solutions, will host its third half-day seminar discussing network security and surveillance with network video specialists Axis Communications and others on Thursday 18th February at Birmingham University (9am - 1pm).Improvements in technologies for recording and transmission have opened up several revenue opportunit...

   The webcast will be an informative session on how outdoor security technology can boost security efficiency Automated outdoor surveillance with video analytics specifically designed for the outdoors can cost-effectively detect targets and security violations that would otherwise be missed. The technology is useful in a variety of perimeter and wide-area outdoor applications, including transportation, energy, utility, chemical, information technology, public safety, campuses, an...

 VSG Systems has gained accreditation from Honeywell as an installer of its Pro-Watch® rangeVSG Systems, one of Britain's fastest growing providers of security services, has broadened its product portfolio and laid the foundations for even greater future success by gaining accreditation from Honeywell as an installer of the highly regarded Pro-Watch® range of access control, CCTV and video analytics systems. The new accreditation builds on VSG's existing close relationship with Hone...

  Mobotix's revenue growth was due in particular to the successful launch of the Q24 camera line Mobotix AG, a system provider for high-resolution and network-based video security systems, has announced the achieved financial results for the first six months of the fiscal year 2009/10 ended December 31, 2009.Despite persisting difficulties in the general economic environment, Mobotix AG was able to increase its revenue by approximately 9% to €23.9m in the first six month...

 SAE 2010 will present hot-button issues through security technology expertsThe Security Asia-International Exhibition 2010 (SAE 2010) is set to start the new decade with a fresh approach to security trade exhibitions. Exhibitors attending the Singapore-based international event can look forward to more than just exhibiting and marketing new products and services at their booths. Event organiser Asian Professional Security Association Singapore (APSA Singapore) with the suppo...

    Just months before the Counter Terror Expo 2010, the government has been accused of institutional inertia over terrorismUnited Kingdom counter terrorism strategy has been called into question, just two months before London plays host to a high level gathering of counter terrorism officials and specialists from around the world. In a damning report published by the influential Home Affairs Committee, the government has been accused of institutional inertia over terrorism. "...

IFSEC is the world's leading global annual security event With representation from 112 countries at IFSEC 2009 and 31% of the 25,427 attendance (ABC Audited) coming to the UK from overseas, IFSEC has cemented its position as the key event in the international security industry calendar. 2010 is set to build on this reputation with several countries benefitting from dedicated pavilions to house leading manufacturers and suppliers from the respective countries. Supported by the...

 OnSSI, leader in surveillance software, has announced the addition of a new manufacturers' representativeOn-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI), the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP-based video surveillance software, has announced the addition of a new manufacturers' representative, International W,  to promote the sale of their suite of Video Management Solutions in Florida and the Caribbean. "OnSSI is leading the industry in IP management and control p...

 Mr. Law's experience will greatly contribute to Lumenera's success in the surveillance industryLumenera Corporation, a leading manufacturer and developer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions for surveillance, scientific and industrial markets, is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Scott Law to its sales force.Joining Lumenera as Director of Worldwide Sales for security markets, Scott brings over 20 years of experience in sales/business development...

 The Vicon white paper identifies some of the key benefits of megapixel camera technology Vicon has published a white paper, which provides a realistic overview of the benefits and applications for megapixel technology. "There is a significant and growing body of users and integrators who are seriously considering CCTV cameras capable of delivering very high quality images," said Richard Allen-Miles, Vicon's Sales Director for the UK and Ireland. "There is no doubt that megap...

Dr. Banerjee will support NICE's security industry outreach effortsNICE Systems has announced that Dr. Bob Banerjee has joined NICE Systems' Security Division. Banerjee will develop programmes and initiatives to educate, train and support NICE's extensive network of security system integrators and dealers, and provide thought leadership for NICE's security industry outreach efforts. Banerjee comes to NICE Systems from Bosch Security Systems, where he had served as product marketing manager for I...

 IP video surveillance software provider Milestone has expanded its teamMilestone Systems, the leading open platform company in IP video management software, sustains its forward path by hiring industry experts to strengthen support of its authorised partner network.2009 proved to be a challenging year for every industry due to the financial downturn, yet a well-managed growth in balance with the times was accomplished by Milestone Systems, the security industry's global leader for open pla...

 Deatherage will aid in the design of HD surveillance systemsAvigilon announced the appointment of Drew Deatherage as the company's business development director, responsible for expanding awareness for Avigilon's award winning high definition (HD) surveillance solutions within the security consultant community. A seasoned security technology consultant, Deatherage has managed security installations at hundreds of sites including Dallas Love Field airport, Southwest Airlines Gener...

 The Milestone Partner Open Days demonstrated the benefits of an open platform solution Open platform IP video management specialist Milestone Systems kicked off 2010 with its Milestone Partner Open Platform Days (MPOP) event, held January 27 and 28, gathering system integrators, resellers and consultants from eight countries to share with them the benefits of an open platform solution and how it can help improve business over the long-term.An enthusiastic crowd of some 70 participants...

 The trade fair will take place from 15 - 17 September at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition CentreIntersec Thailand, Asia's professional security and safety trade fair will take place from 15 - 17 September 2010 at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre. This biennial event is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd and IPEX - International Promotion & Exhibition Co Ltd. Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd is the newly formed...

  Arecont Vision is planning to drive megapixel products in Europe Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology has announced the addition of Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to further expand on its sales growth in Europe. Both Mr. Cooke and Mr. Cowley bring years of technology and industry sales experience to Arecont Vision, further strengthening the company's presence in Europe and a stronger emphasis on the security market in the...

 Milestone will provide XProtect software support for Honeywell's IP product offeringsMilestone Systems, a leading developer of open platform XProtect IP video management software, has announced it has signed a Milestone Manufacturer Alliance Partner (MAP) agreement with Honeywell. Milestone will provide XProtect software support for Honeywell's IP product offerings to fulfil the growing market demand for IP surveillance solutions.Honeywell is an established leader in the security indu...

 The theme of the Technology Road Show will be ‘Complete IP Solution' Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, is teaming up with alliance partners Arecont Vision and Pivot3 for a travelling Technology Road Show to be held across the country this year. Arecont Vision is a leading manufacturer of megapixel cameras and Pivot3 produces powerful storage solutions for optimal surveillance systems. Coupled with the Milestone XProtect™ software, the...

The new members will aim at driving sales across Xtralis' ADPRO range and management technologiesXtralis, a leading provider of intelligent fire detection and security solutions, has announced two new key appointments to strengthen its UK sales team.Richard Lee has joined as Business Development Manager for the UK, while Steve Wilbraham has returned to Xtralis as Regional Sales Manager for the South. In addition to raising the profile of Xtralis within the UK Security Industr...

  Axis reports 17 percent growth of net sales in surveillance products in 2009President Ray Mauritsson comments:The year ended with high activity on the market for installation of network video products, which resulted in a strong close to the year for Axis. Axis reported net sales of SEK 2,301 M (1,975) for 2009, which delivered growth of 17 percent for the year.All regions showed positive growth of over 30 percent in the fourth quarter. The strong close to the year is...