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Ranger Fire and Security announces the acquisition of Midlands-based MarkOne Safety Solutions, further expanding its presence in the West Midlands and strengthening its capacity to deliver comprehensive fire safety services across the UK. MarkOne Safety Solutions specializes in the design, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire safety and emergency lighting systems. Over its near 20-year history, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering tailored and high-st...

SMP Robotics begins shipments of the new Argus S5.4 autonomous mobile robot in March 2026. The platform features an onboard computer powered by NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ NX, designed for edge AI, deep video analytics, and real-time deployment of third-party software applications directly on the robot. With Argus S5.4, SMP Robotics is expanding beyond autonomous patrolling and opening a production-grade mobile robot platform for accredited third-party developers. Certified AI modules can be...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Sennco Solutions, a US provider of asset protection technology and solutions for retail security within primarily the health and beauty segment.  Growth opportunities "I am very pleased to welcome Sennco into ASSA ABLOY, an exciting technological addition that will reinforce our current offering within the Retail business area, and provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Providing anti-theft solutions...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has released the 2026 revision of the SIA DC-09 standard—the trusted standard for secure IP-based communication between intrusion systems and monitoring centers. SIA DC-09 is an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-approved standard for open and interoperable IP alarm transmission. The standard enables a secure, supervised connection between alarm systems and monitoring centre receivers. SIA DC-09 has become the globally recognized standard...

Inovonics, a provider of wireless solutions for life safety and security applications, is setting new benchmarks in wearable panic devices with the introduction of a new Duress Card. Featuring sleek and lightweight styling designed for user comfort, the EN2242 Duress Card incorporates a host of new features and capabilities along with Inovonics’ proven wireless technology.  “Our new Duress Card provides the best in wireless technology and user comfort, moving beyond bulky pani...

LVT, the pioneer in rapidly deployable security solutions, announces a strategic partnership for License Plate Recognition (LPR) capabilities powered by Insight LPR, to be generally available in May. This advanced solution, which can be seamlessly affixed to LVT’s mobile units, is purpose-built for private-sector customers across retail, transportation, construction, property management, and commercial environments. For data privacy, LPR data is securely confined to an individual customer...

Interface Systems, a foremost managed service provider delivering business security, networking and business intelligence solutions to multi-location enterprises, announced that it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® Certified™ workplace for the third consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback collected through the independent Great Place to Work Trust Index® survey.  Consistent strengths of the organization In the 2026 survey, 82% of Interface empl...

Deep Sentinel, the pioneer of AI-enhanced live-guard security surveillance, announced its integration with UniFi, giving thousands of UniFi Protect users instant access to Deep Sentinel’s real-time, human-verified crime prevention system. About UniFi UniFi, one of the world’s biggest and most recognized camera manufacturers, is now integrated with Deep Sentinel’s AI-enhanced monitoring platform. This milestone bridges trusted UniFi Protect infrastructure with Deep Sent...

Comelit-PAC returns to The Security Event 2026 to present the full breadth of its integrated security and fire safety portfolio, alongside an F1 simulator experience. On stand 5/F60, Comelit-PAC will showcase its door entry, access control, fire safety systems, CCTV and intruder technologies, reflecting how security and fire safety systems are increasingly delivered in practice. Fire safety systems By displaying its ranges side by side, Comelit-PAC will give installers, integrators and consul...

ABUS UK has strengthened its team with a series of strategic appointments, highlighting its commitment to sustainable growth and continued investment in people, structure and capability to deliver exceptional customer service. Julian Williams joins ABUS in a national role, working closely with key accounts to develop long-term partnerships. Bringing a wealth of experience across merchants and the wider hardware sector, Julian will spend time understanding customers’ priorities and helping...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched NexGate, a compact entrance control solution designed to support retailers with secure, efficient movement through self-checkout environments. NexGate has been engineered specifically for high-traffic retail checkout zones. Its sliding leaf mechanism creates a controlled physical barrier that remains closed until a valid receipt or barcode is presented, reinforcing exit validation without introducing friction into the customer journey. Robust loss preventi...

Centrios continues to expand its radically simplified access control platform with the introduction of the Centrios Exit Trim — purpose-built for doors that require an Exit Device. Exit Device openings are some of the most common in a commercial space. Front entrances. Rear exits. Stairwells. Employee-only corridors. They’re required for life safety, yet they’re often the last openings to be modernised because upgrading them feels complex. App-based management experience The...

Nedap, the pioneer in item-level inventory visibility, has partnered with European fashion retailer C&A to optimize omnichannel logistics through Nedap’s Inventory Engine. This strategic collaboration enables real-time tracking and status assignment of e-commerce items and establishes a foundation for a responsive and agile retail operation, by enhancing inventory accuracy and improving the Click & Collect (BOPIS) customer experience. With more than 1,300 stores, C&A is a Euro...

Insafe, the UK distributor for Chubbsafes, has launched a Lithium Ion Battery Safe range to provide reliable and tested solutions for the safe storage and charging of lithium batteries.  The range includes two models, the Lithium Ion Battery Safe Lite and the Lithium Ion Battery Safe Pro, designed to meet different levels of operational and safety requirements across commercial and industrial environments. Reducing risks Says Simon Arthur, Managing Director at Insafe: “With lithium...

Kingdom Security, one of the UK’s foremost security companies, is working in partnership with the S12 and urging others in the industry and the public to follow suit, as they back a new parliamentary petition to protect security workers. The UK, which has almost 250,000 security workers, does not currently have enough legal protections that truly protect security workers, and Kingdom Security are calling for change. The petition calls for assaulting a security worker to become a standalo...

Verkada, a pioneer in AI-powered physical security technology, announces the availability of AI-powered deterrence, a novel solution that proactively helps prevent crime by detecting and warning potential intruders before raising an alarm. This innovation from Verkada addresses a critical gap in traditional security systems, which only react after a break-in has occurred. Incorporate scene context Leveraging the latest large vision, audio, and language models, Verkada's AI-powered deterrence...

As cloud connectivity becomes essential for physical security and business operations alike, Axis Communications—the industry leader in network video—announced it has achieved SOC 2® Type 2 attestation. This independent assurance validates the long-term effectiveness of Axis’ cloud security and operational controls.  The audit spans Axis Cloud Connect, the company’s open cloud platform, as well as multiple cloud-enabled solutions built with it, including AXIS D...

Nanodems Corporation is pleased to announce its latest technology interface with LenelS2, a foremost brand in access control systems. Through this new interface, Nanodems Integration Server now seamlessly connects with the LenelS2 OnGuard® access control system to deliver centralized security operations, real-time alerts, and AI-enhanced automation. New interface With this interface, users can manage LenelS2 OnGuard events directly through NDIS, Nanodems’ AI-powered PSIM software. Se...

Ranger Fire and Security has acquired its 15th company since launch, with Huddersfield-based Centurion Fire & Security.   The announcement marks Ranger’s second acquisition in 2026 and will enable the company to expand its operations into Yorkshire, reaching more customers and expanding its overall footprint in the North of England.   About Centurion Fire & Security Centurion Fire &...

Checkpoint Systems introduces SFERO™ RFID Checkout, the first RFID Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) antenna directly integrated into the checkout lane.  This innovation expands the SFERO™ portfolio and marks a new milestone in store protection by extending security directly to the POS. Designed primarily for grocery and CPG retailers, SFERO™ RFID Checkout illustrates the rapid evolution of RFID applications beyond apparel toward increasingly diverse and complex retai...

Veeam Software, the #1 pioneer by market share in Data Resilience, announces the appointment of Piero Gallucci as Regional Vice President for UK and Ireland. With more than 25 years of experience in sales, channel management, and enterprise technology, Piero will lead Veeam’s UK&I operations, supporting customers in achieving data resilience, security, and business continuity.  Customer success initiatives Prior to joining Veeam, Piero served as Area Vice President and General Manag...

VIVOTEK, the global security solution provider, announces major enhancements to its VORTEX cloud platform, introducing the generative AI-Powered “Think Alert” feature alongside advanced personal safety detection capabilities. These upgrades are designed to enable enterprises and public-sector organizations to strengthen operational resilience, improve risk response, and elevate overall security efficiency. Cloud security ecosystem To further expand its cloud security ecosystem, VO...

For large retailers with hundreds of branches, operational challenges often feel familiar. Rising crime, staff shortages, tight margins and ageing infrastructure dominate boardroom conversations. Yet while many organizations focus on headline issues, smaller structural inefficiencies quietly drain budgets year after year. One of the most overlooked is keyholding and access management. The financial impact of traditional keyholding models is significant. Across large retail estates, annual costs...

Quorum Cyber reveals the extensive, but alarming findings of its 2026 Global Cyber Risk Outlook report. AI automation and Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) platforms have fundamentally altered the threat landscape, enabling nation-state actors to automate up to 90% of intrusions, and pushing vulnerability disclosures past 35,000 for the first time. Attackers abandon slow-encryption tactics, as evidenced by ransom demands in financial services exploding by 179%. Organizations face a stark reality:...

Pro-Vigil, a provider of AI-enabled remote video monitoring (RVM), management and crime deterrence solutions, today published The State of Physical Security Entering 2026 research report. The sixth annual study shows that physical security incidents remain persistent: 88% of respondents reported incidents at their business either increased or stayed the same in 2025, on par with the 91% who reported the same in 2024. Physical security strategies The survey polled business leaders across indus...

Verkada, a pioneer in AI-powered physical security technology, announces its expansion into the Middle East with the establishment of a Dubai-based office and the appointment of Fred Crehan as Head of Middle East. This expansion reflects Verkada's continued global growth, driven by the region's rapid urban development, large-scale infrastructure projects, and rising demand for modern, cloud-based security solutions. "The Middle East is experiencing rapid urban development, large-scale infrastru...

Elite Interactive Solutions, the industry pioneer in remote video guarding and real-time crime prevention, announces that its final 2025 year-end results have established new benchmarks in operational excellence and effectiveness. The data shows how Elite’s market-leading remote guarding solution is continuing to have a revolutionary impact on preventing crimes. This is impressively demonstrated by achieving more than twice the number of direct voice-down command center interventions sin...

Salto, a pioneer in electronic access control solutions, continues to advance smart access innovation with Salto XS4 Face, a face recognition access control solution designed to deliver fast, secure, and hands-free access while prioritising privacy, flexibility, and user experience. Salto XS4 Face’s face recognition technology is engineered to provide convenient, secure access to Salto access points, requiring only a face as a credential and granting access in under a second. Each user ga...

DigiCert, a pioneer in intelligent trust, announces the availability of a locally-hosted version of DigiCert ONE in India, delivering secure, compliant, and high-performance digital trust services entirely within the country’s borders. The new deployment reinforces DigiCert’s long-term investment in India and supports the country’s digital transformation and data sovereignty priorities as enterprises scale increasingly complex digital ecosystems. Evolving regulatory expectati...

Video monitoring standards play a key role in the development of the industry. Last year, the well-known DORI framework, which was introduced in 2014, was replaced by OODPCVS, a new, more sophisticated classification which better reflects the needs of modern technologies. In response to this shift, Hikvision is actively aligning its products and design resources to support our partners in navigating this transition to higher industry standards. As technology advances, so the relevant industry s...