On today’s news round-up, President and CEO of SightLogix John Romanowich will moderate a panel discussion on critical infrastructure protection at the 2012 Government Summit, presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA). The upcoming St. Petersburg International Security and Fire (Sfitex) Exhibition will mark its 21st edition on 22nd – 25th October 2012. The event sectors include security technology, fire safety and emergency rescue equipment, road and traffic safety, and information security and counter surveillance.

Over in the US, NICE has announced that the City of Calgary Public Safety Communications (PSC) will be expanding its implementation of NICE solutions to its new emergency back-up facility, while adding enhanced NICE solutions for IP recording and multimedia incident information management. In Latin America, Senstar has begun delivery of integrated perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) for two high security prisons in Latin America. Lastly, Quadrant Security Group has launched a new look website designed to highlight the specific solutions available for key sectors. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has launched a dedicated webpage to provide businesses with safety and security updates fed directly by the Metropolitan Police during and after the Olympic and Paralympic Games. For those on the look-out for access control solutions, Nortech has launched a brand new website that is dedicated to its access control reader capabilities, offering installers and end-users an easy way to find the ideal solution for all their proximity and smart card projects.

Looking forward to this year’s IFSEC tradeshow, Bold has announced that it will be showcasing its version 1.3 of its integrated security software, Gemini. In application news, Compro network IP cameras have been deployed at the Mardan Palace Antalya hotel in the Turkish Riviera to help minimise the risk of cash register shortages and credit card frauds. Lastly, Pyronix is now collaborating with Corps Security to offer more customers support for its security product offering. Read more security news…

On today’s new round-up, we begin with application news. 116 Vivotek network cameras have been deployed to secure India’s oldest library, located in the State of Goa. In Morocco, Hikvision’s video surveillance solution has been installed in over 250 Total petrol stations to guarantee the safety of the customers and employees. Over in Colombia, local authorities in the Santander department have chosen QNAP Security’s network video recording solution to monitor crime and keep citizens safe.

In other news, MOBOTIX has announced a three-month programme of Technology Update Sessions at venues across the UK. During the sessions, the MOBOTIX UK team will be demonstrating some of the latest products and updates in the MOBOTIX portfolio to existing and prospective channel partners. Lastly, Opgal Optronic Industries has signed a reseller agreement with Celte SRL, a leading Italian distributor that specialises in electronic components for telecommunications, high-tech, industrial and security applications. Read more security news…

On today’s news round-up, Panasonic System Network Europe (PSNE) has announced that Giuseppe Cinquemani has been appointed as South East Area Sales Manager. Avigilon has announced the appointment of four new sales executive appointments in North and Latin America, to address the growing demand for the company’s award-winning HD surveillance solution in these regions. Also in corporate news, Easton network has integrated with Wilson Borough’s Firetide-based video surveillance system to allow both city police departments viewing access.

In event news, Integrated Security Solutions Exhibition (ISS Expo) will be a new annual exhibition focused on integrated security and will take place in October 2012 at Docklands ExCel London. “ISS Expo” aims to attract more than 120 exhibitors and over 2,500 senior security end-user decision-makers. Also, SightLogix has appointed Fiber Networks, Inc. to represent SightLogix’s intelligent video surveillance systems for perimeter security applications in New Jersey, New York City and Long Island. Read more security news…

On the mid-week round-up today, MOBOTIX has opened a new demonstration and meeting room at London’s iconic Gherkin office complex, which is fully bookable by any registered UK partner. In response to the increasing demand for network video and its impressive end-of-year results announced, Axis Communications has created a number of positions in its Northern Europe team, which covers the UK, Ireland and the Nordic countries. Verint Systems has been awarded the “Tomorrow’s Technology Today” award for its integrated security software solution. The award recognises security vendors with advanced, groundbreaking technologies and solutions that set the bar for innovation in all areas of information security.

In other news, Mission 500 has announced that Pelco by Schneider Electric will be recognised as the 2011 Mission 500 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award winner. And finally, at this year’s Counter Terror Expo taking place at Olympia in April 2011, Dr. Dave Sloggett will debate on the implications of political changes from transnational terrorism in the west. Read more security news…

To wrap up the week, we start off with news from Gallagher Security, who has been awarded the contract to provide an integrated security solution for Cambodia’s Phnom Penh International Airport. At the upcoming Intersec 2011 in Dubai, Surveon will be exhibiting its latest megapixel network cameras and network video recorders. SightLogix President and CEO John Romanowich is due to be a panel member at the Security Industry Association’s (SIA) webinar on Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS).

In other news, SANYO has recruited two new business development managers within their CCTV division. Lastly, Ingersoll Rand has granted Keyways Ltd. Approved Installer status for its PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System. Read more security news…

On this mid-week round-up, we focus on the latest in security applications. First up, Milestone has reported that its video management software solution has been installed in the Saxon Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa as part of an upgrade to the hotel’s security. In Germany, utility provider Stadftwerke Parchim has deployed Alvarion’s CCTV transmission system to help monitor their network of utilities substations at all times and in any weather conditions. Axis network cameras have been installed in the fashion store, Pulp, to improve the security and profitability of the store.

At Jaguar Land Rover’s site in Liverpool, Traka’s electronic access management system has been chosen to manage over 200 fork trucks and other material. Lastly, since its inception in 2008 the uptake of the ONVIF standard for network video has grown at a rapid rate. To help elaborate on the success and importance of this standard, ONVIF Chairman, Jonas Anderson gives us the lowdown. Read more security news…

In the mid-week round up, Gallagher has announced that it has won a major contract in the Middle East to provide an integrated security solution for the Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi. Also on a high is Basler, who has recorded an 85% increase in security camera sales in the third quarter of 2010. At Milestone Systems, Lars Larsen  has joined the company as the new Chief Financial Officer.

In other news, Samsung’s surveillance equipment has been deployed at APC Overnight, the UK’s largest next-day delivery network, to minimise shrinkage and protect its premises. Lastly, in an effort to expand its analyst and sales presence in all key global markets, IMS Research has opened a new office in Seoul, South Korea. Read more news…

On today’s weekly round-up, we bring you a mix of news stories. At the top of the pile, the British Security Industry Association brought news of optimism as it analysed how private and public sector security forces can work together to deliver essential services during times of crisis. For Hikvision, it was time to celebrate as its digital video recorder for mobile surveillance applications won the FSDays (Prague Fire & Security Days) Award at the FSDays 2010 international fair.

In corporate news, Siemens and SALTO both launched something new for the UK. Siemens introduced their Siveillance Command, Siveillance Vantage, and Siveillance SitelQ in the UK market and SALTO unveiled a new co.uk version of their main corporate website. Lastly, CBC’s Ganz CCTV cameras were deployed to undertake surveillance at the Heugh Gun Battery Museum. Read more security news…

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On today’s mid-week round-up, wireless video surveillance products are increasing in demand around the world, according to IMS Research findings. Senior analyst Niall Jenkins said: “…most integrators see the potential for wireless infrastructure in the commercial, transportation and education markets…” In application news, Siemens’ integrated fire safety and security system has been installed at its Beijing data centre.

Geutebruck has announced that it will be showcasing its latest security innovations at Security Essen next month. Also showcasing its integrated security solutions is Synectics, who will be exhibiting at this year’s Transport Security Expo 2010. And finally, Mayflex and Grandstream Networks are giving customers the opportunity to become Grandstream Networks IP Video Surveillance Certified with their new exclusive training courses. Read more security news…