French patrols doubled to tackle migrant crossings
The UK and France have agreed an enhanced action plan which will see patrols on French beaches doubled, as activity is stepped up to tackle migrants crossing the Channel in small boats.
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in Security G4S safe transportation recognised by BGC
Posted 16 October 2019
G4S has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to safe driving practices in Iraq by Basrah Gas Company (BGC), after reaching a key milestone of safely transporting BGC employees 15 million kilometres with no major incidents.
in Security Gallagher gives customers free audit tool
Posted 15 October 2019
Gallagher Security announced today that it has released a free cyber audit tool for its customers, in what it believes is an industry first.
in Security Crossword Cybersecurity and Leonardo sign MoU
Posted 15 October 2019
Crossword Cybersecurity Plc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Leonardo MW Ltd, enabling Leonardo’s National Cyber Security Centre’s certified cyber consultancy to use Rizikon Assurance to enhance its leading risk
in Defence / Security Typhon licenses its products with Combined Systems
Posted 10 October 2019
UK based Typhon Group Limited today announces the signing of a licensing and contract manufacturing agreement with Combined Systems Inc. (CSI) Jamestown, PA, USA.
in Defence / Security JFD partners with Armelsan
Posted 9 October 2019
JFD today announced a new partnership with Armelsan, a Turkey-based designer and supplier of sonar systems for the Turkish Navy.
in Security Tripwire survey finds 93% fear cyberattacks shutting down operations
Posted 9 October 2019
Tripwire has announced the results of a survey examining how organisations are addressing industrial control system (ICS) cyber threats.
in Security Gallagher releases enhanced Command Centre v8.10
Posted 9 October 2019
Gallagher Security has released Command Centre v8.10, the latest version of its access control and site management software, with a range of features and enhancements that simplify and improve operation.
in Security UK and US sign landmark Data Access Agreement
Posted 8 October 2019
Home Secretary Priti Patel last week signed an historic agreement that will enable British law enforcement agencies to directly demand electronic data relating to terrorists, child sexual abusers and other serious criminals from US tech
in Defence / Security Cambridge Pixel unveils enhanced HPx-346D
Posted 8 October 2019
Cambridge Pixel has expanded its range of radar interfacing hardware with the introduction of its dual redundant HPx-346D analogue to ASTERIX CAT-240 radar video converter.
in Aerospace / Security Vision-Box and TOGA partner on JFK T1 facial recognition boarding
Posted 8 October 2019
Vision-Box and TOGA partnered to successfully launch biometric boarding at JFK to upgrade the passenger experience.
in Security / Events Met Police on BBC One tonight
Posted 3 October 2019
The observational documentary, ‘The Met: Policing London’ will broadcast on BBC One tonight at 9pm and will run at the same time every Thursday night for seven weeks.
in Aerospace / Defence / Security Context identifies group behind aerospace supply chain cyber attacks
Posted 3 October 2019
The Threat Intelligence and Incident Response Team at Context Information Security has identified a new threat group behind a series of incidents targeted at the aerospace and defence industries in the UK and
in Security Zaun pushes CPD to specifiers
Posted 2 October 2019
Steel fencing manufacturer Zaun Limited is increasing its efforts to educate security consultants, specifiers and architects in the latest technologies available to design into buildings, venues and public spaces to protect the public.
in Security Home Office launches £25m theft prevention fund
Posted 2 October 2019
A new £25 million Safer Streets Fund to tackle burglary, theft and other offences in crime hotspots, has been launched by the Home Office.
in Security Sonardyne acoustics to track Alpha Crucis support vehicles
Posted 1 October 2019
Science equipment and underwater vehicles deployed from Brazil’s flagship oceanographic research vessel, Alpha Crucis, are to be tracked using Ultra-Short BaseLine (USBL) positioning technology supplied by Sonardyne
in Defence / Security SubSea Craft reveals VICTA build schedule
Posted 1 October 2019
The unveiling of the prototype for the VICTA Class Diver Delivery Unit gained global attention at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2019 and now the craft’s build timeline has been officially announced by its manufacturer,
in Security UK to help develop tech to prevent sharing of terrorist content
Posted 27 September 2019
The Home Office is providing funding and support for a new project that will help to stop violent videos being shared online after terrorist attacks.
in Defence / Security JFD awarded China Shipbuilding & Offshore International contract
Posted 27 September 2019
Underwater capability provider for commercial and defence diving markets, JFD, today announced it has been awarded a multimillion pound contract for the design and build of submarine rescue equipment, including
in Defence / Security PPM Systems teams up with Corry Micronics
Posted 24 September 2019
Swindon based PPM Systems has partnered with US manufacturer Corry Micronics to distribute its RF products in the UK.
in Defence / Security Kromek awarded two contracts for D3S products
Posted 24 September 2019
Detection technology specialist Kromek Group plc – which is headquartered in Sedgefield, County Durham – has been awarded two extension contracts relating to its D3S family of products and technologies designed to counter nuclear
in Security Bradbury Group and Liddle Doors join forces
Posted 23 September 2019
UK manufacturer of steel doors and physical security solutions, Bradbury Group, has announced an expansion of the service they offer with the addition of Liddle Doors to the Group, bringing together a wealth of specialist experience to offer a
in Defence / Security / Events Wanted: Gamers to keep us all safe online
Posted 20 September 2019
QinetiQ and the British Esports Association are teaming up to raise awareness of the common skills between cyber security professionals and esports players during a special event at the Science Museum in London on Wednesday 25th September from
in Aerospace / Security / Events ACI EUROPE urges EC to prioritise aviation security
Posted 19 September 2019
At the ACI EUROPE 2019 Aviation Security Summit taking place in Tel Aviv this week, Europe’s airports took the opportunity to call on the new European Commission (EC) to prioritise the development of an integrated risk-based aviation
in Security Building work begins on new Wellingborough jail
Posted 18 September 2019
Justice Secretary, Rt Hon Robert Buckland QC MP, attended a ceremonial groundbreaking event at the new prison site in Wellingborough yesterday to formally mark the construction which began earlier this year.
in Security Civil Service increases leave for special constables
Posted 18 September 2019
Civil servants volunteering as special constables will get up to 12 days paid special leave a year to spend more time supporting their local police force, following an initiative from the Home Office.
in Security Zaun looks to fence in Commonwealth Games opportunity
Posted 18 September 2019
London 2012 Olympics fencer Zaun Ltd is developing its patented protective fencing systems to avail itself of the opportunities being afforded by the 2022 Commonwealth Games coming to Birmingham in three years.
in Security / Events Smiths Detection opens Technology Studio
Posted 17 September 2019
Smiths Detection Inc. (SDI) has created a new Technology Studio at its Americas headquarters, located in Edgewood, Maryland.
in Security Thruvision's weapons detection tech trialled in London Underground
Posted 16 September 2019
New technology designed by British company Thruvision to spot hidden weapons, will be used by police officers in London for the first time today in a Home Office funded trial which will take place in Stratford station,
in Security Serco receives extension to Australian immigration services contract
Posted 16 September 2019
Serco Group plc, through its Australian subsidiary, has received notification of an initial two-year extension to its contract with the Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairs for the provision of
in Aerospace / Security Belcan acquires Lagoni Engineering
Posted 12 September 2019
Supplier of engineering, supply chain, technical recruiting and IT services to the aerospace, defence, automotive, industrial, and government services markets, Belcan, LLC, has announced the acquisition of Lagoni Engineering, a
in Defence / Security / Events Nasmyth Group teams up with MHD-ROCKLAND at DSEI
Posted 12 September 2019
At this week’s DSEI exhibition in London, Nasmyth Group is demonstrating its capabilities and working relationship with its key international partners, including MHD-ROCKLAND.
in Defence / Security / Events ADS hosts launch of Security Export Strategy by International Trade Secretary
Posted 11 September 2019
The UK security & resilience industry welcomed today’s launch of a new Security Export Strategy by International Trade Secretary Liz Truss at an event hosted by ADS at DSEI 2019 in London.
in Defence / Security / Events RAF selects Leonardo for counter-drone research programme
Posted 11 September 2019
At the DSEI 2019 exhibition, Leonardo has announced that it has been selected by the UK’s Royal Air Force (RAF) to support the next stage of their research and development programme.
in Defence / Security / Events Petards reveals eyeCraft360 at DSEI
Posted 11 September 2019
Petards has unveiled its ‘eyeCraft360’ to the world defence market at this week's DSEI event in London.
in Defence / Security Babcock launches iSupport 360 at DSEI
Posted 11 September 2019
Today at DSEI 2019, Babcock launched iSupport360, which is its own approach to the integration of next level technology to create valuable information for the management of critical assets.
in Security Masergy launches AIOps
Posted 11 September 2019
Provider of Managed SD-WAN, Cloud Communications, and Managed Security solutions, Masergy, today announced the introduction of Masergy AIOps, the industry’s first integrated AI-based, digital assistant for network, security and application optimisation.
in Security DOF Subsea increases its Sonardyne navigation tech fleet
Posted 10 September 2019
International subsea services provider DOF Subsea has equipped a further three of its Brazilian offshore vessel fleet with hybrid acoustic and inertial navigation technology from Sonardyne Brasil Ltda.
in Defence / Security / Events Mabey Bridge to demo LSB at DSEI
Posted 10 September 2019
Bridge and engineering services specialist Mabey Bridge will be demonstrating its military digital engineering capabilities in the UK Pavilion at Defence & Security Equipment International (DSEI), London (10th-13th September), including its
in Aerospace / Defence / Security / Events HAELO to launch Distributed Intelligence software at DSEI
Posted 5 September 2019
Glasgow based HAELO Consulting is launching its Distributed Intelligence software at DSEI next week (10th-13th September).
in Security National campaign to recruit 20,000 police officers launched
Posted 5 September 2019
A national campaign to recruit 20,000 new police officers is launched today – urging people to join the police and ‘Be a force for all’.
in Defence / Security / Events Durabook highlights UK and European expansion at DSEI
Posted 4 September 2019
Durabook will be at DSEI, ExCel, London, next week (10th-13th September), where it will be highlighting its expansion into the UK and Europe, whilst showcasing its full range of rugged mobile devices built specifically for the
in Defence / Security / Events Blighter to showcase enhanced A400 series radar at DSEI
Posted 4 September 2019
British designer and manufacturer of electronic-scanning (e-scan) radars and counter-drone solutions, Blighter Surveillance Systems, will showcase its radar technology DSEI next week, including its enhanced A400 series
in Security / Events Serica Energy first to digitise safety in North Sea with Restrata Platform
Posted 4 September 2019
Serica Energy has become the first operator to digitise safety in the North Sea after signing a deal to adopt the Restrata Platform – a piece of advanced tech which provides real-time monitoring of people and
in Aerospace / Defence / Security / Space AEB launches Risk Assessment software
Posted 3 September 2019
Global trade and logistics software provider, AEB, has launched its new global trade software – Risk Assessment – to protect businesses from global trade violations.
in Defence / Security / Events Babcock to showcase intelligent support partner capability at DSEI
Posted 3 September 2019
Babcock is gearing up to demonstrate its credentials as the defence sector’s intelligent support partner at next week's Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2019 event (10th-13th September), with a
in Aerospace / Defence / Security / Events Aerospace supply chain offered funded competitiveness improvement
Posted 2 September 2019
The award-winning UK productivity improvement programme, Sharing in Growth - which is tailored to the aerospace and advanced manufacturing sector - is offering ambitious aerospace suppliers the opportunity to
in Defence / Security / Events DASA launches Advanced Vision for 2020 and Beyond competition
Posted 30 August 2019
The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) has launched a competition seeking proposals in the area of Electro-Optics and Infrared, with an expected £2.5 million of funding available over two phases.
in Defence / Security / Events Captec to showcase its latest computer solutions at DSEI
Posted 29 August 2019
Captec has announced it will be showcasing its latest computer solutions at next month's DSEI (10th to 13th September at the ExCeL, London Docklands), including a new 4U industrial computer with support for Intel Xeon
in Aerospace / Security Ultra-fast bomb detection method could upgrade airport security
Posted 29 August 2019
Researchers from the University of Surrey have revealed a new ultra-fast method to detect materials that might be used to build explosives, which is able to analyse a wider range of materials than current thermal based
in Security Met appoints Commander Richard Smith as CTC Head
Posted 28 August 2019
Commander Richard Smith has been appointed as the new Head of the Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command (CTC).
in Security G4S protects a Highland treasure
Posted 23 August 2019
To secure its best-selling single malt whisky and production facilities, the famous Glenmorangie company is working closely with G4S on appropriate security solutions for its various sites.
in Defence / Security PPM Systems reveals Crossbow decoder
Posted 22 August 2019
Swindon based PPM Systems has unveiled its new scanning/decoding system, Crossbow, a multirole unit which uses the latest software defined radio (SDR) technology.
in Security Smiths Detection opens training centre in India
Posted 22 August 2019
Smiths Detection today announced the opening of its state-of-the-art service, training and experience centre in Gurugram, India.
in Defence / Security / Events DSEI hosts DESC
Posted 21 August 2019
DSEI 2019’s Defence Engineering Skills Conference (DESC) will take place on Thursday 12th September at ExCel, London, providing an opportunity for those interested in engineering education and industry to explore the challenges faced by the defence sector and innovative
in Defence / Security / Events Getac highlighting its 30 year heritage at DSEI
Posted 21 August 2019
Getac will be highlighting its 30 year heritage in providing customisable defence solutions at next month's DSEI event in London's Docklands (ExCel, 10th-13th September).
in Defence / Security DASA seeks autonomous solutions for a dynamic world
Posted 20 August 2019
The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) is launching a new competition to seek ideas and innovations that could improve autonomous systems across defence.
in Aerospace / Security Cobham selected by Home Office to provide ESN ACS
Posted 20 August 2019
Cobham has been selected by the UK Home Office to provide the full Emergency Services Network Aircraft Communications System (ESN ACS) as part of the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP), in a contract worth
in Defence / Security Innovate UK invests in commercialising quantum technologies
Posted 19 August 2019
Innovate UK as part of the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF) has up to £12 million to invest in innovative projects exploiting new quantum technologies and is seeking private investment partners to join it.
in Defence / Security BAE Systems releases XTS Guard 7
Posted 19 August 2019
BAE Systems has launched its next-generation XTS Guard 7, which provides US intelligence organisations with secure access to geospatial imagery and data through multidirectional transfer of different data types across classified and unclassified
in Security Police Scotland makes £3.9m tech investment
Posted 16 August 2019
Police Scotland is investing £3.9m in a faster computer network to improve service and efficiency across the country.
in Defence / Security JFD acquires Ortega Submersibles
Posted 15 August 2019
JFD, part of James Fisher and Sons plc, has today announced its acquisition of all the assets, IP and designs rights of Ortega Submersibles BV, the Netherlands-based submersible boat designer and manufacturer.
in Aerospace / Defence / Security / Space Validair launches android app for VMS
Posted 15 August 2019
Validair Monitoring Solutions Ltd (VMSL) announces the introduction of a brand new Android smartphone app for users of VMS systems incorporating the ViGIE software that offers comprehensive remote functionality as well as live monitoring of
in Aerospace / Defence / Security AdaCore expands UK presence to support aerospace and defence sectors
Posted 14 August 2019
AdaCore, a provider of software development and verification tools, today announced the opening of AdaCore Ltd, which will serve as the company’s UK centre-of-excellence for the development of safety- and
in Defence / Security DASA launches new metasurfaces competition
Posted 14 August 2019
To remain at the forefront of electromagnetic developments, the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Metasurfaces competition is reaching out to the private sector and academia, as it seeks to transform frontline electromagnetic defence
in Security Government boosts prison security by £100m
Posted 13 August 2019
Prison security will be boosted by a £100 million investment, helping introduce airport-style security technology to UK gaols, as part of a crackdown on crime behind bars announced by the government today.
in Security PM announces £2.5bn to fund 10,000 extra prison places
Posted 12 August 2019
Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday announced a programme of up to £2.5 billion to fund modern and efficient prisons - as part of a wider crackdown on crime - which will create 10,000 additional prison places.
in Security Durabook launches its most rugged and most customisable laptop
Posted 30 July 2019
Z14I laptop delivers unmatched durability and boundless customisation for military, public safety and critical national infrastructure workers
in Defence / Security / Space SMEs and first-time exhibitors join DSEI’s newly created Space Hub
Posted 29 July 2019
The debut of the DSEI Space Hub at DSEI 2019 will represent a unique opportunity for industry specialists, delegates and the MoD to look to the future and discuss the capabilities and challenges offered through the
in Defence / Security Anita Friend appointed new Head of DASA
Posted 26 July 2019
The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) has announced the appointment of Anita Friend as its new Head.
in Security Prime Minister Boris Johnson launches police recruitment drive
Posted 26 July 2019
The recruitment of 20,000 new police officers will begin within weeks, confirming the commitment made by the Prime Minister as he entered Downing Street.
in Defence / Security NMiTE launches Defence & Security CPD series with 3CDSG
Posted 23 July 2019
NMiTE (New Model in Technology and Engineering), which aims to deliver a new age of engineering-related education, has launched Defence & Security CPD (Continual Professional Development) series with 3CDSG (Three
in Security Home Office funds innovative policing tech
Posted 22 July 2019
The Home Office has pledged £5 million to support the development of innovative technology to help police forces prevent crime.
in Security / Events Vision of Midland's Cyber Quarter unveiled at 3CDSE
Posted 18 July 2019
Herefordshire will be home to the UK’s leading centre of excellence in cyber security – a £9 million state-of-the-art hub supporting innovation and industry in the sector.
in Security Pioneering tools rolled out against child abusers
Posted 17 July 2019
New 'game-changing' innovations to improve the capability of the Child Abuse Image Database will speed up investigations and automatically categorise indecent images.
in Security NCSC releases 2019 Active Cyber Defence report
Posted 17 July 2019
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) released its Active Cyber Defence (ACD) report yesterday, revealing that a scam to defraud thousands of UK citizens using a fake email address spoofing a UK airport, was one of a wide range of cyber
in Aerospace / Security US Ambassador highlights special security relationship at Heathrow
Posted 17 July 2019
Heathrow hosted US Ambassador to the UK yesterday, who heralded Heathrow’s strong security partnership with US authorities, thanking the airport for its efforts to keep the skies safe for transatlantic passengers
in Security Glen Scholes to manage Australia’s largest correctional centre
Posted 15 July 2019
Clarence Correctional Centre operator, Serco, has appointed former NSW North Director for Custodial Corrections, Glen Scholes, as General Manager of Australia’s largest correctional centre.
in Defence / Security / Events Science Museum exhibition reveals GCHQ secrets for the first time
Posted 11 July 2019
Artefacts from the 100-year history of the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) are being displayed at the 'Top Secret' Science Museum exhibition in London, helping to mark this year's GCHQ Centenary.
in Defence / Security NCSC-partnered tech start-ups raise £35m in investments
Posted 11 July 2019
It was revealed yesterday that tech entrepreneurs who are developing cutting-edge cybersecurity products with the help of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Cyber Accelerator initiative, have raised £35 million
in Defence / Security / Events British covert tech providers eye US market
Posted 11 July 2019
This October, British covert technology manufacturers will travel to Quantico, Virginia for the inaugural ‘CTE-Q’ Covert Technology Exhibition, designed to provide US Federal agencies, law enforcement, homeland security and military
in Aerospace / Defence / Security ODU creates new compact rectangular connector
Posted 10 July 2019
ODU UK Ltd have announced the release of a newly created hybrid rectangular connector.
in Security 63% of UK companies admit to never testing their security
Posted 10 July 2019
Almost two-thirds (63%) of UK companies have admitted to never testing their physical security according to 'Setting the Standard for Security', a report from security expert Jacksons Fencing.
in Defence / Security / Events QinetiQ reveals role in internet's birth
Posted 10 July 2019
Today saw the opening to the public of the Science Museum’s new exhibition, Top Secret: From ciphers to cyber security, celebrating 100 years of GCHQ.
in Aerospace / Security / Events Stanley Security showcasing integrated systems at Airport IT & Security
Posted 9 July 2019
Stanley Security will be showcasing its integrated security systems at Airport IT & Security 2019 conference, 25-26th September at the Hilton London Bankside in London.
in Security Getac launches lightweight UX10 rugged tablet
Posted 5 July 2019
Getac has launch its UX10 rugged tablet, providing reliability, powerful performance and lightweight portability to professionals operating in challenging field and manufacturing environments, offering greater mobility and robust
in Defence / Security / Events 7TG to offer glimpse into the future at 3CDSE
Posted 2 July 2019
UK defence manufacturer, Seven Technologies Group (7TG), will be providing what it is calling a 'glimpse into the future' at the forthcoming Three Counties Defence & Security Expo (3CDSE), being held at the Three Counties Showground,
in Defence / Security Sonardyne’s Sentinel to protect Eastern European CNI facility
Posted 2 July 2019
Underwater intruder detection technology from maritime security specialist Sonardyne International Ltd. has been chosen to secure the coastal perimeter of a critical national energy infrastructure (CNI) facility in
in Security Zaun partners with Rimal Global Group in Oman
Posted 2 July 2019
One of the world’s premier high security perimeter protection integrators has struck a partnership agreement to better access growth markets in oil, gas and military in the Middle East.
in Security SEA appoints Ian Gamble as UK Business Development Manager for Transport
Posted 2 July 2019
SEA has appointed Ian Gamble as Business Development Manager responsible for Technical Solutions in the UK to further develop its place as a leader in the transport market.
in Defence / Security Cambridge Pixel supplies radar tracking & display tech to Marico Marine for Dover
Posted 2 July 2019
Cambridge Pixel, a developer of radar display, tracking and recording sub-systems, has supplied its radar video trackers and display technology to Marico Marine as part of a major investment by the
in Defence / Security Kromek wins D3S nuclear detection platform contracts
Posted 1 July 2019
County Durham based detection technology supplier, Kromek, has been awarded three contracts, in the UK, US and Europe, for its D3S platform for nuclear radiation detecti
in Security / Events US President protected by RDS
Posted 26 June 2019
US President Donald Trump slept secure behind a ring of steel on his recent State visit to the United Kingdom – thanks to a premier British fencing systems manufacturer.
in Aerospace / Defence / Security AEB launches world’s first digital customs broker network
Posted 25 June 2019
Global trade and logistics software provider, AEB, has launched Customs Heroes, a first-of-its-kind digital customs broker network.
in Defence / Security JFD sign teaming agreement with Malin React
Posted 25 June 2019
JFD has signed a teaming agreement with Malin React to provide the submarine rescue market with a rapid vessel mobilisation capability, providing added assurance that submarine rescue systems can be installed quickly on board Vessels of
in Security LOCKEN access control is certified by ATEX
Posted 20 June 2019
LOCKEN’s latest innovation in cable free access control, powered by contactless technology, has won certification from health & safety regulator ATEX, in accordance with new explosive atmosphere requirements.
in Security Smiths Detection to screen cargo at Ghana's Tema Port Expansion
Posted 19 June 2019
Smiths Detection has won a contract with Meridian Port Services Limited (MPS) to provide cargo inspection technology for the major Tema Port Expansion project in Ghana – designed to accommodate the world’s largest
in Security Home Office allocates £35m to police for violence reduction units
Posted 19 June 2019
Sajid Javid today announced he has provisionally allocated £35 million to Police and Crime Commissioners in 18 local areas, to set up violence reduction units.
in Defence / Security / Events DSEI launches podcast series
Posted 19 June 2019
To mark its 20th anniversary, the organisers of Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) are today launching a podcast series entitled 'Defence and Security Debates'.
in Defence / Security Defence and Subsea sectors join forces
Posted 18 June 2019
Subsea UK and its technology arm, the National Subsea Research Initiative (NSRI), have joined forces with the UK Defence Solutions Centre (UKDSC), in a first of its kind collaboration to accelerate the development of underwater robotics, unmanned
