On today’s news round-up, SightLogix has appointed Jim Augustine as Sales Support Manager for the Western United States and Canada, thanks to his extensive experience in networked systems, security project management, systems integration and sales. Also in corporate news, Corps Security is collaborating with AlertSystems and 360 Vision Technology to provide state-of-the-art monitoring services. This year, Grandstream Networks is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its entry into the IP telephony marketplace. Grandstream is a leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions.

IMS Research has forecasted that despite police department budgets coming under increasing pressure across the USA, the HD camera market onboard police cars is set to grow at over 20% over the next four years. In events news, Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2012 has broken records with a total of 825 exhibitors and a registered attendance of 40,869 over the three show days in Amsterdam. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, IMS Research forecasts that the demand for CCTV and video surveillance equipment will remain strong through 2012; growth for network video surveillance equipment sales is expected to exceed 25%. Also in corporate news, IndigoVision has appointed Marcus Kneen as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Marcus joined IndigoVision in 2003 as Chief Financial Officer and has had a key role in the development and internationalisation of the business since then. SeeTec has extended its business arm to Cheshire in order to further develop the biggest European CCTV market for SeeTec and to meet the increasing demand in the English speaking regions.

In events news, CNL Software and Ingersoll Rand will be delivering free PSIM for Healthcare webinars on 13, 15 and 19 December 2011. Attendees will learn more about the security benefits of consolidating disparate systems such as access control, CCTV, fire and intruder alarms into one integrated system. Also in events news, a cutting edge MOBOTIX CCTV system stole the show at the George Orwell Festival as Stephen Barley delivered a candid presentation and demonstration on CCTV, how it has affected our lives, as well as the way in which it will shape our future for the better. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, the latest IMS Research report shows that the transition from analogue video surveillance equipment to network video surveillance is forecast to drive growth of over 7% for the mobile video surveillance equipment market in trains and trams, over the next five years. Over in Dallas, Videx has won the “Best Building System Security Product” award for its new CyberLock Flex System Door & I/O module at the Worship Facilities Conference & Expo (WFX).

In events news, PSIM software leader CNL Software has announced that it will attend IFSEC India 2011, this week in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Also in events news, ONVIF’s annual meeting was organised in conjunction with the CPSE 2011 trade show, where ONVIF also held two networking events to provide an update to the industry on its work in furthering IP interoperability standards. With an eye to upcoming events in the new year, Siqura B.V. has announced its intention to participate in the Intersec 2012 tradeshow in Dubai, UAE. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, IMS Research has forecasted growth in the European cloud-based video surveillance market as cloud-based services become more readily available to householders. In corporate news, SoleraTec and Hie Electronics have joined forces to provide product compatibility and interoperability. This integration delivers overarching video surveillance asset management to an entire surveillance infrastructure. Also looking to improve services, the BSIA has appointed Trevor Elliott as the new Director of Manpower and Membership Services, thanks to his expertise and successful track record in the security industry.

In application news, Raytec’s Infra-Red LED lighting technology has been deployed at Tunnel Dam in Missouri to ensure 24-hour CCTV surveillance. Also, Cassidian has announced that it will provide its award-winning cryptography products in the Middle East. It is a strategically important deal to Cassidian, as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) become the first members of the ECTOCRYP family beyond NATO. Read more security news…

On today’s round-up, we take a look at the top news stories of the week. We begin with Dallmeier, whose products have appeared in the blockbuster movie “Unknown” alongside the likes of Diane Kruger and Liam Neeson. Moving from the dizzy heights of the big screen to the small one, Arecont Vision has released a series of best practice training videos on their YouTube channel to help integrators and users get the most out of Arecont Vision’s megapixel cameras. At Citypoint, one of the City of London’s landmark buildings, Wavestore has been chosen to help upgrade the building’s CCTV system.

In its latest study, IMS Research asks: “How safe is your home with video surveillance?” and comments on the global growth of security cameras being sold through the retail channel in 2010. For those anticipating the upcoming IFSEC 2011 tradeshow, Fujinon will be introducing its new 60x, day/night 2 megapixel resolution HD telephoto CCTV zoom lens and SeeTec has announced that it will be showcasing its innovative IP video management software. Lastly, Siqura has announced that its newest cameras will use Pixim’s Seawolf image sensor. Read more security news…

In today’s weekly round-up, for those looking forward to the ISC West 2011 show next week, check out our ISC West 2011 Preview. Another event taking place next month is the annual Manchester Security event, which is set to focus on how investing in security solutions during an economic downturn can help reduce losses associated with threats such as theft and vandalism. In application news, Milestone’s open platform IP video management software is being used by Coastalwatch to monitor coastlines around the globe. In the UK, Mul-T-Lock’s innovative Smartair standalone system has been supplied to the BMW showroom in Wollaston.

In corporate news, SALTO Systems has appointed Andy D’Urso as the new integration manager and ACT has also recruited Richard Money as sales executive for the UK Southern Region. Lastly, IMS Research reported that innovative video door phones are enabling residents to see who is at their apartment complex or front door from anywhere in the world. Read more security news…

To end the working week, we begin with Hikvision, who recently hosted ONVIF Technical Committee and Technical Services Committee meetings. At the meetings, ONVIF working groups advanced their efforts in developing specification of the global standard for interoperability of IP-based physical security products. Looking ahead to Counter Terror Expo 2011, CBC has announced that it will be showcasing its range of advanced CCTV systems and Procter Fencing Systems will also be at the show, demonstrating its high-security perimeter fencing and gates.

In the UK, Mul-T-Lock’s innovative Smartair standalone system has been supplied to the BMW showroom in Wollaston. At this year’s Luxury Motor Show in Nottinghamshire, Octavian will be providing complete security at the mega event. To monitor a number of custody suites, West Midlands Police has deployed an integrated surveillance solution from Visimetrics. Lastly, IMS Research reports that innovative video door phones are enabling residents to see who is at their apartment complex or front door from anywhere in the world. Read more security news…

Looking back at the top stories of the week, we begin with some events news. At the much-anticipated IFSEC 2011, Samsung will be showing off its ‘Samsung City’ concept on its largest booth ever. Basler announced that it will be featuring its new fixed IP domes with audio functionality at the upcoming ISC West 2011. The ISE 2011 show proved to be a great success this year as it attracted a record 34,870 industry professionals. Pivot3 has joined forces with Genetec and Arecont Vision to host a series of one-day educational events throughout Europe to provide an opportunity to learn about the benefits of an integrated IP solution.

In other news, ADT’s electronic fire and security solutions were installed at Dublin Airport’s new Terminal 2 (T2) to enable visitors to stay safe and have a pleasant experience travelling through the airport. IMS Research reported that local companies would dominate the Chinese security systems integration market within the next few years. Lastly, according to GB Monitoring’s Operations Director, Tom Smith, many councils across the UK are facing the prospect of having their manned CCTV monitoring stopped due to budget cuts. Read more security news…

To kick-start the working week, we start with news of a partnership between Lumidigm and i-Evo, who have joined forces to introduce a line of extremely versatile fingerprint readers that can be used both indoors and outdoors, including harsh environments that render most biometric readers inoperable. Avigilon has been named on the 2010 Red Herring 100 Global list, a prestigious list honouring the year’s most promising private ventures that are leading innovations around the world. Also receiving praise is VideoIQ, whose high definition dome camera has been selected as the 2011 Product of The Year at this year’s International Consumer Electronics show (CES).

In other news, IMS Research is soon to release a report on “World Market for Video Door Phones 2011 Edition”, focusing on the potential uptake of IP video door phones over the next 5 years. Lastly, Bruce Dawson & Associates and Monfort Electronics have merged to form a new company. The new organisation will cover a territory of six states with 11 employees located in five branch office locations. Read more news…

On today’s news round-up, the National Bank of Kuwait was fitted with an ATM surveillance solution from Dedicated Micros. The system comprised of an advanced NetVu Connected CCTV solution is focused on the centralised monitoring of all of the bank’s branches and critical ATM infrastructure. Samsung has released new dates for its “Technology Days“, where industry professionals will be able to get an insight on Samsung’s new security systems and prospects in the surveillance market.

In other news, Cassidian has announced its successful role out of Sweden’s radio communication network ‘RAKEL’. The network will give user organisations the possibility to cooperate fully on a national scale. Wavestore has appointed Bryan Osborne as the new UK Sales Manager responsible for developing relationships with consultants. Lastly, IMS Research examines the real potential of the video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) market. Read more security news…