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SICUREZZA 2019: THE POSITIVE TREND CONTINUES.

THE SHOW AT FIERA MILANO FROM 13 TO 15 NOVEMBER
With security an ever more pervasive concern, the challenges for professionals, on which the exhibition will focus, are continuing to grow. And in the run up to the event, the international roadshow will be making its next stopover at London.

Milan, 15 April 2019 – SICUREZZA 2019, to be held at Fiera Milano on 13 to 15 November this year, is continuing to grow. Seven months before the exhibition, the leading one of its kind in Italy and one of the main events in Europe, the leading brands in the security industry have already booked their participation.

The exhibition will feature two major novelties: a more organic layout, with 4 adjoining pavilions, and exhibition areas divided by product type.

Video surveillance and burglar protection will occupy parts of pavilions 5 and 7, with separate areas in the same pavilions dedicated to fire equipment (pav. 5) and drones (pav. 7).
Pavilion 10, on the other hand, will be focusing on passive security and access control, showcasing solutions for every area of application: residential, urban, industrial and commercial. Pavilion 6, finally, in line with the mission of SECURITY, will be hosting the Smart Building Expo, with an expanded focus on the smart city and alternative energy solutions in addition to the smart building itself.

MISSION INTERNATIONALISATION
Meanwhile, the European roadshow showcasing SICUREZZA 2019 to professionals, along with the opportunities offered by the Italian market, continues its journey.

The next stop is at London, where on 19 June, SICUREZZA 2019 will be presenting itself to security professionals and the international press at an informal cocktail evening.

To multiply business opportunities for exhibitors at SICUREZZA 2019, the scouting initiative which will bring top hosted buyers, selected for their spending potential and geographical origin (Europe, Balkans; Mediterranean basin, Middle East, Maghreb, Russia and ex-CSI countries), has also started. Thanks to My Matching, Fiera Milano’s online match-making service, exhibitors and buyers will be able to select and assess business profiles before the event starts, and set up a schedule of appointments for the exhibition itself.

TRAINING: THE KEY TO MEETING SECURITY CHALLENGES
SICUREZZA 2019 will be the showcase for the most innovative solutions currently available on the market, but also an opportunity for updating professional competencies.

This need is increasingly being expressed by industry professionals, faced with a market which never stands still. The convergence between physical and logical security, the integration between technologies, the transition from standalone products to integrated solutions, and the new regulations resulting from the application of the GDPR have completely revolutionised the world of security, demanding new competencies not only from system designers, but also installers.

The technological revolution is ongoing, and while on the one hand it has kept the market alive, keeping turnover up despite the persistence of downpricing, on the other is demands constant training and professional qualification, especially for installers, who have not yet fully understood the combination of opportunities and risks that are emerging in this new scenario.

The use of artificial intelligence and advanced tracking and recognition solutions, based on biometric and other identification data, is making security systems ever more powerful and adaptable to any application, but also more vulnerable, open doors to what is now the true value of any company: its data, its information. And this is not true only of video surveillance, in which the matter of privacy has long been dealt with, but also for residential solutions, from intelligent door panels to domotics, which may become back doors into the home network.

The training programme at SICUREZZA 2019 will be making cyber security and privacy among its main areas of focus. The exhibition’s training programme will deal with topical issues, and in many cases offer training credits issued by the associations of engineers and technical experts.

 

Join the cutting-edge names of the security industry at IFSEC International 2019

IFSEC International is Europe’s leading security event. Taking place 18-20 June at ExCeL London, it brings over 27,000 visitors together with 500+ exhibitors.

Registration is open – get your free ticket.

Experience the latest security technology, learn from an expert-led education programme, catch up with old colleagues and connect with the biggest names in the security industry. Source the smartest security products on the market across:

– Video Surveillance
– Cyber Security
– Physical & Perimeter Security
– Intruder Detection
– Access Control
– Fire Detection & Security

IFSEC International is one of Europe’s largest and most influential integrated security events. It’s the place to experience over 10,000 security products under one roof, showcased over three days.

Security solutions put to the test
Evaluate the latest products with IFSEC’s live demonstrations and dedicated testing zones. It’s an opportunity to see the most innovative technology in action, including on-stand demonstrations of deep learning analytics, behavioural biometrics and smart locks.

This includes the LPCB Attack Zone. Watch accredited technicians put perimeter defences to the test in adrenaline-packed, real-time performances.

Tackling critical security conversations
Find new ways to address your concerns surrounding complex issues, including AI, security integration, cyber risks, access control and much more.

IFSEC’s packed agenda of seminars, speeches and presentations brings you over 35 hours of content from world-renowned speakers across the Keynote Arena, the Future of Security Theatre Brought to you by Tavcom and the Converged Security Centre in partnership with Vidsys.

A global hub for the security industry
Get to know 500+ security suppliers at IFSEC 2019. Among those already confirmed for 2019 are HID Global, Cortica, CSL, Jacksons Fencing, BT Redcare, Genetec, Traka, Vidsys Inc., AnyVision, HISILICON, Abloy UK, Anixter, Avigilon, MIT Technologies, Azur Drones, Hanwha Techwin, IDIS and Texecom.

IFSEC is supported by major industry bodies, including British Security Industry Association (BSIA), The Security Institute, Building Research Establishment/LPCB – as well as accreditation bodies NSI and SSAIB. With the industry backing IFSEC, the event attracts installers, integrators, distributors, consultants and end-users from a huge variety of companies.

Exclusive networking opportunities
Networking is at the heart of IFSEC. It’s easier than ever to make the most of your time: the 1-2-1 Meetings Service lets you tailor your event schedule by pre-arranging meetings with the suppliers most relevant to you.

Fire safety and security
Your IFSEC 2019 ticket grants you complementary access to three co-located events across fire protection, health and safety and facilities management.

Situated next to IFSEC, FIREX 2019 is Europe’s only dedicated fire safety event, where suppliers showcase the latest advances in safety products and guidance. It’s the ideal opportunity to unite security and fire safety strategies, to fully protect your people and properties.

Register now to secure your free ticket to IFSEC 2019.

Visit ifsec.events/international to explore the show’s features, conference programme and speakers, and the full list of exhibitors.

Smart Cities 2019 – companies offer good opportunities for distribution and new investment

Today, more than ever, it is important for the novelties to reach the market faster and to be implemented in the city infrastructure and buildings. Thanks to these, cities are digitized and transformed into sustainable and intelligent systems.

This year’s edition of Smart Cities (16-18 April, IEC, Sofia, Bulgaria, organizer: Via Expo) presents cutting-edge solutions. By linking creative developers with the audience of the event: investors, distributors, representatives of the public sector and clients, it encourages the realization of new projects.

Visitors will be impressed by the capabilities of compact devices and high-performance systems that work in real-time, reduce power consumption, and help users make an informed decision.

Why visit Smart Cities? You will be able to:
• Learn how you can manage your building and urban resources with a single click.
• Establish direct contact with leading companies.
• Make a lucrative investment or start new joint projects.
• Expand your business – exhibitors are looking for partners from Bulgaria and the region.
• Get a quick and profitable offer.
• Participate for free in the conference only by registering.

Interesting highlights: the progress in thermoregulation – reduce your heating expenses by up to 30%; intelligent system that controls lighting, plays music, controls the blinds according to the mood of the occupant solution for voice and digital control of electrical appliances; parking access management system; hazard management software; BMS systems for building automation; an industrial automation system that monitors stockpiles, sales, orders, etc .; cost effective, modular AMI / AMR networks of smart meters; smart mobility demonstration projects and energy-conscious energy zones in cities; solution for optimization of the information infrastructure and business database, which reduces to 70% the carbon footprint, the heating and cooling costs; an integrated solution to increase recycling to 80%; the first Bulgarian electric mountain bike and others.

Sofia Knowledge Smart City Marketplace Conference is a one-day conference. Bulgarian and foreign speakers will present the following topics: management capacity building and strategies for development of Sofia as a knowledge city, educational establishments, and projects, technological solutions, scientific applications for Sofia. The focus will be on Western Balkans, Southeast Europe, and Turkey – there are similar problems and different good practices.

Brochure

Organizer: www.viaexpo.com

ISE connects the world’s AV community

ISE 2019 shows how technology and creativity deliver experience
The 16th Integrated Systems Europe, which ran at the RAI Amsterdam from 5-8 February, was the biggest, broadest-reaching and most exciting edition of the show ever – confirming it as the international destination of choice for AV professionals.

As well as hosting 15 halls containing the latest technologies and solutions for pro AV and systems integration, the show provided its widest-ranging professional development programme to date, extending its coverage of major vertical market sectors.

The largest ever ISE show floor – 56,100 net square metres – housed 1,301 exhibitors. Of these 225 (17%) were companies taking space at ISE for the first time. At the close of ISE 2019, 92% of the available floor space at ISE 2020 had already been sold.

The overall number of registered visitors to ISE 2019 was 81,268 – another record figure for the show. Of these, a remarkable 32% were attending ISE for the first time. Wednesday saw the largest ever one-day attendance figure for any show at the Amsterdam RAI, and the number of attendees on Friday passed 20,000 for the first time.

A key theme of the show was how AV technology enables creative imaginations to produce rich experiences. This was explored in both the Opening Address from master projection designer Bart Kresa, and the Closing Keynote given by Tupac Martir, creative director and co-founder of Satore Studio. They were part of a professional development programme involving 300 international thought leaders, subject experts and creative minds.

Mike Blackman, Integrated Systems Events Managing Director, commented: “As an exhibition, as an unbeatable source of education and professional development, and as a destination for a global industry to come together and do business – ISE 2019 has delivered. Our Opening Address, Closing Keynote, and our two projection mapping features were fantastic showcases for how event professionals and others can harness AV technology to better realise their creativity.”

The day after his Opening Address, the world premiere of Bart Kresa’s latest projection mapping sculpture, Sviatovid, took place at the RAI. Constantly changing, highly detailed imagery projected all around the 5m-high figure, synchronised with a dynamic soundtrack, made for a compelling and memorable AV experience.

In ISE 2019’s other projection mapping first, the façade of the soon-to-open nhow RAI Amsterdam hotel, just next to the exhibition centre, became a projection mapping canvas, with video shot that day at the show forming part of each evening’s display.

Presented under the slogan ‘Learn. Discover. Be Inspired’, ISE 2019’s professional development programme featured strong involvement from the show’s co-owners AVIXA and CEDIA, as well as conferences organised by vertical market specialists.

For the first time, the nearby Hotel Okura was used as an ISE venue, hosting five of the show’s ten conferences. New additions for 2019 included Hospitality Tech Summit by HTNG; Digital Cinema Summit, produced in conjunction with Digital Cinema Report; AGORA, for the sports venue market, produced by MONDO | STADIA; and visitor attraction and theme park specialist blooloop returned to ISE for a second year with its new attractionsTECH conference.

AVIXA hosted two of its ‘What’s Next’ conferences, both of which had sold out before the show opened. These two strategy and technology conferences focused on integrated AV experiences in higher education and in enterprise. The association also ran a series of free 20-minute FlashTrack education sessions on its stand.

CEDIA, which used ISE 2019 to begin its 30th anniversary celebration events, had a four-day professional development programme with over 36 different courses, covering pertinent subjects under the headings of Technical Skills, Emerging Trends, and Business Success. Additionally, its stand hosted free CEDIA Talks on topical industry issues each day of the show.

An innovation for ISE 2019 was the Main Stage theatre in Hall 8. This was the venue for high-level thought leadership presentations, best practice case studies and expert-led panel discussions, many of which were ‘standing-room only’. Content was provided by AVIXA, CEDIA, AV Magazine and ISE itself, and the presentations were live-streamed to the ISE website.

ISE’s beating heart is its show floor, and ISE 2019 exhibitors once again made the most of the opportunity to launch new products and showcase their latest solutions. Among the technology trends in evidence were 8K displays; smart building technology, including the Internet of Things; AI-equipped devices; the continued progression of conferencing and collaboration technology; 3D projection mapping; a wider-than-ever choice of curved, flexible, transparent and ever-smaller-pitch LED displays; and further developments in AV over IP and audio networking.

For AVIXA and CEDIA, the event offered the perfect opportunity to showcase their various initiatives for 2019 in the areas of professional development and industry representation.

Dave Labuskes, CTS, CAE, RCDD, Chief Executive Officer of AVIXA, commented: “Congratulations to everyone involved with ISE on another record year. But let’s not lose sight of the many connections – both personal and professional – that were made in 2019.

“AVIXA defines success as being a catalyst for the growth of the global AV market and a hub for the profession and its practitioners. We certainly saw those twin goals become reality in Amsterdam. All of the focused conferences throughout the week, including AVIXA’s sold-out ‘What’s Next’ conferences for higher education and enterprise technologists, and networking opportunities, such as those held for AVIXA’s Women’s Council and EMEA members, help bring people together in order to propel this industry forward. Our FlashTracks stage of training opportunities was buzzing, and special programmes, like ISE’s student programme for fostering workforce development, demonstrated some of the many ways the show continues to be a dynamic, critical gathering of industry professionals.

“As always, it is our privilege to work with the talented team at ISE, CEDIA and the RAI. The commercial value of a trade fair like ISE cannot be overestimated nor over-celebrated.”

Tabatha O’Connor, CEO of CEDIA, commented: “We’ve enjoyed an amazing ISE 2019! CEDIA chose this year’s show as the kick off point for our 30-year anniversary celebrations and what an awesome week it has been.

“Our professional development programme has exceeded expectations, with delegates from around the world taking advantage of the excellent and varied training opportunities on offer. A number of classes, including our new full-day Home Cinema Design Masterclass, even sold out – which was great. The free CEDIA Talks on our booth also proved popular and we were delighted to showcase CEDIA Award winning projects with support from integrators and industry brand members on the ISE Main Stage.

“Above all, ISE is a great place for the CEDIA global community to connect not just with the many exciting, new technologies on display but with their industry friends and peers as well. We met with many new and existing international members on the CEDIA booth, giving us the chance to share progress on our three-year strategic plan and talk about the many initiatives we have coming down the pipe. We also welcomed over 200 guests to the Heineken Brewery for our annual CEDIA Party and 30th birthday cake cutting – a fantastic evening enjoyed by all comers.

“The show has been a terrific success and we can’t wait for ISE 2020!”

ISE 2020 will be held at the RAI Amsterdam from 11-14 February 2020.

VISIT SMART CITIES 2019 – get new technology first and expand your business network

The intelligent cities industry is spreading into new locations and involving new developers and startups, innovations and fresh ideas. Less than 2 months remain before the start of Smart Cities Expo (16-18 April 2019, IEC, Sofia, Bulgaria, organizer: Via Expo). It will demonstrate solutions for sustainable, safe and future-oriented urban development in South-East Europe. By linking creative developers with the audience of the event: investors, distributors, representatives of the public sector and clients, it encourages new business partnerships – some of the exhibitors are looking for distributors. Visitors can also learn firsthand about product launches and make their business more resource efficient through new investment. They will be impressed by the capabilities of compact devices and high-performance systems that work in real-time, reduce power consumption, and help users make an informed decision.

Some highlights of the exhibitors’ presentations
• Intracom Telecom is a global telecommunication systems and solutions vendor operating for over 40 years in the market. The company innovates in the wireless access and transmission field, offers a competitive portfolio: electronic energy meters, services for smart lighting, parking, metering, eHealth, IoT, etc.
• During the last years home automation became a market niche that will expand in SE Europe and will provide more and more sophisticated solutions. For years Comicon has been manufacturing a range of own developed ZigBee-based devices for reliable and secure wireless transfer of standard analogue, discrete and serial signals. The company will show solutions based on LoRa, EnOcean, ZigBee technologies; as well as solutions for home and building automation.
• Smart home and business automation is a reality with the VAiOS brand – hardware and software products. The company system is divided into Lego-type modules, which allows to quickly upgrade the existing main product to a specific design customized according to customer needs. The company will introduce some of the most interesting projects: the only Smart Fitness in Bulgaria, an innovative web-based remote system for facility management that is currently being implemented in the Netherlands. Combining hardware and software, it provides easy control over the building and resource consumption.
• Green Embedded Systems will take part in the exhibition for the first time. It is developing solutions mainly in the area of smart grids, smart meters, industrial and home automation. The emphasis of its participation will be on the company’s latest development, which is a novelty on the global market. This is a 60A direct energy meter for home use, with built-in Wi-Fi and with the size of a standard fuse.
• iSentinel® will be presented for the first time on the Bulgarian market. It is a smart earthquake protection system and saves the user’s life by triggering an early warning alarm seconds to tens of seconds before the destructive shock wave arrives and protects the buildings.
• Innovambiente® is without a doubt Innova’s key service today. It is an innovative management system for municipal waste collection processes, from startup to collection monitoring. The Italian company will present at Smart Cities fleet management services aimed at logistics or transport companies. It has already implemented Public Transport solutions in Matera, with intelligent Totem Poles advising customers on real-time bus arrivals at the various stops throughout the city.
• National Cluster for Intelligent Transport and Energy Systems are expecting different visitors at the Smart Cities: companies form the Region, state and municipal structures that have problems and are looking for new innovative technologies to solve them

Free entrance for the Conference „Sofia Knowledge City Marketplace“, organized by Cluster Sofia Knowledge City
The event will be held on 17 April. Bulgarian and foreign speakers will present the following topics: management capacity building and strategies for development of Sofia as a knowledge city, educational establishments and projects, technological solutions, scientific applications for Sofia. The focus will be on Western Balkans, Southeast Europe and Turkey – there are similar problems and different good practices.

Join Smart Cities 2019
Smart solutions are being developed at an incredible pace and their rapid integration into practice is a serious challenge. So let’s be active participants in the transformation of our cities – join the event. ¬¬

Parallel events: Energy Efficiency & RES, Waste Management
www.viaexpo.com

 

New record at Intersec 2019 in Dubai

Source: Intersec

World’s leading trade fair for security, safety, and fire protection attracts 35,889 trade buyers and professionals from 126 countries

A new record in visitor numbers has underlined what has been the most successful edition yet for the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety, and fire protection in Dubai.

The 21st edition of Intersec, which concluded its three-day run on 22nd January 2019 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, attracted 35,889 visitors from 126 countries, a 23 per cent year-on-year increase over the previous year (29,000 in 2018).

With 1,212 exhibitors from 54 countries, six show sections, 15 country pavilions, live outdoor demonstrations, a drone zone, and the new Future Security Summit, Intersec was at its very best, where new business partnerships shared the stage with innovative product launches.

Organised by Messe Frankfurt Middle East, Intersec 2019 took up a sprawling 60,000sqm at its Dubai venue, with Fire and Rescue forming the largest section, comprising 431 exhibitors.

Commercial Security was the next largest with 375 exhibitors, followed by Safety & Health (142 exhibitors), Information Security (120 exhibitors), Homeland Security & Policing (90 exhibitors), and Physical & Perimeter Security (54 exhibitors).

Andreas Rex, Intersec’s show director, said: “We put in a lot of effort into making this edition of Intersec the most comprehensive yet in terms of increasing the diversity of our exhibitor range and offering a more engaging conference format, while at the same time returning with improved popular highlights such as the outdoor live demonstration area.

“A lot of exhibitors used Intersec 2019 to not only announce important strategic business partnerships, but to launch their latest products for the global marketplace. The visitor response has certainly been the most pleasing aspect of the show this year and with the Dubai Expo 2020 coming up, we expect the 22nd edition of Intersec in 2020 to be even more successful,” Rex added.

Intersec is supported by the Dubai Police, Dubai Police Academy, Dubai Civil Defence, the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA), and the Dubai Municipality. A further 35 international government partners, trade associations, and non-profit institutions also participated this year.

Dubai Police was among the hundreds of exhibitors launching their latest solutions, and this year unveiled a hydrogen-powered drone which will be used to survey mountainous and marine areas.

Nearly two-thirds of the world’s top 50 security manufacturers were also on-board, including 17 of the top 20 incumbents comprising Hikvision, Dahua, ASSA ABLOY, Bosch Security Systems, Axis Communications, FLIR Systems, Hanwha Techwin, Tiandy Technologies, Avigilon, Infinova, Optex, VIVOTEK, CP Plus, Nedap, Raysharp, Milestone Systems, and Kedacom.

Dubai-based Bristol, a global leader in fire protection services and equipment, unveiled the latest innovative firefighting technologies, including a UAE-built fire truck, fire suppression systems and powerful water pump solutions.

Meanwhile, smarter and safer cities were key themes that resonated throughout Intersec 2019. This was underlined by a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the show between Smartworld, a UAE systems integrator, and Honeywell Building Solutions – the global leader in connected buildings – to implement digitally transformed, sustainable, safe and efficient buildings across the UAE.

The resounding visitor response to Intersec 2019 comes as demand for security, safety, and fire protection in the Middle East continues to climb. According to analysts 6Wresearch, the regional market for physical and perimeter security, commercial and information security, fire protection, and drones, is currently estimated to be worth US$14.5 billion, with this estimated to grow to be worth US$31 billion in 2024.

Intersec is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The 22nd edition returns in 2020.

More information is available at: www.intersecexpo.com

Smart Cities  – new business opportunities in SE Europe and product launches

Thanks to the future-oriented technologies the urban landscape is changing. The traditional solutions are being replaced with cost-effective and sustainable alternatives, which transform, link and digitize cities. Smart Cities (16-18 April, Sofia, Bulgaria) is an annual exhibition and conference for intelligent buildings, ICT, transport, public services, which is organized by Via Expo. Running alongside EE & RES and Save the Planet (waste management) the event is one of the most important B2B initiatives in SE Europe that brings novelties to the market, matches buyers and suppliers. The synergy of the great business environment during the show and various services for exhibitors helps them achieve their marketing goals: to enter a new market, to find local distributors and clients from SEE, first-time reveals, to forge new partnerships and connections.

 In advance – some solutions which will be presented:

  • IoT solutions; Industrial and home automation; Video surveillance, alarm systems, access control, fire alarm systems; Smart systems in transport, energy and public administration; Wireless network systems and ICT for lighting, traffic monitoring and parking services, e-Health; Smart metering; Hardware and software products, Solutions for the urban waste collection based on cloud technology, etc.

For the first time Via Expo launches 3 new zones for: ‘Start-Ups’, ‘Financing’ with the participation of financial institutions, ‘Industrial zone’ with participants that will show real opportunities for enlarging the business activities in South-East Europe.

Smart Cities Conference 2019 highlights: Intelligent Solutions for the Buildings, Environment, Transport & Mobility, Smart Governance

If you want to be a part of the SE European  market – register your interest here

Brochure EE&RE, Smart Cities     Post Event Report 2018

For more info – www.viaexpo.com

Parallel events: Energy Efficiency & RES, Waste Management

Intersec 2019 opens in Dubai, featuring 1,212 exhibitors from 54 countries

Intersec 2019, the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety, and fire protection, opened in Dubai today (20 January), featuring 1,212 exhibitors from 54 countries.

Source: Intersec

The annual three-day event, which runs until 22nd January at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, is organised by Messe Frankfurt Middle East, and supported by the Dubai Police, Dubai Police Academy, Dubai Civil Defence, the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA), and the Dubai Municipality.
They’re joined by a further 35 international government partners, trade associations, and non-profit institutions aimed at advancing the global security, safety, and fire protection landscape.

Highlights this year include the new Intersec Future Security Summit, featuring 40-plus regional and international experts and government speakers, while returning features include the Drone Zone, an Outdoor Demo Area for live firefighting and emergency rescue operations, along with workshops and seminars to keep an expected audience of 30,000-plus visitors informed about the latest market trends and technologies.

World Premier of TIGON specialty firefighting truck at Intersec 2019

Spanning 60,000sqm Intersec 2019 covers the six show sections Fire & Rescue (431 exhibitors), Commercial Security (375 exhibitors), Safety & Health (142 exhibitors), Information Security (120 exhibitors), Homeland Security & Policing (90 exhibitors), and Physical and Perimeter Security (54 exhibitors).

The dedicated showpiece event is often used as the annual platform for hundreds of exhibitors to launch their latest products and solutions for the global security, safety, and fire protection industries.
Rosenbauer from Austria, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of systems for firefighting and disaster protection, was among these this week, and unveiled TIGON, dubbed as a ‘radically designed, extraordinarily all-terrain specialty firefighting vehicle for industrial use.’
“The special vehicle combines proven off-road expertise from Tatra and optimally designed drive components with outstanding extinguishing technology from Rosenbauer,” said Christian Mairzedt, Senior Vice President and Head of the Middle East and North Africa at Rosenbauer.
“The Rosenbauer TIGON is one of the most all-terrain, variable, and long-lasting industrial vehicles worldwide. Its powerful performance makes it one of the most extraordinary fire fighting vehicles of our time.”

 

World’s top fifty security solutions providers in the spotlight

Nearly two-thirds of the world’s top 50 security manufacturers are also on-board Intersec 2019, including 17 of the top 20 incumbents comprising Hikvision, Dahua, ASSA ABLOY, Bosch Security Systems, Axis Communications, FLIR Systems, Hanwha Techwin, Tiandy Technologies, Avigilon, Infinova, Optex, VIVOTEK, CP Plus, Nedap, Raysharp, Milestone Systems, and Kedacom.

All are showcasing their latest solutions, from Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based safe city services and smart home security products, to the latest high definition IP-Network cameras and analytics software used across industry verticals from banking and retail to hospitality and oil & gas.

Avigilon is showcasing its newly released Avigilon Control Center (ACC) 6.14 software, with enhanced capabilities for Avigilon Appearance Search technology across ACC sites, increased security and enhanced performance. The Canadian-headquartered company is also shining the spotlight on its Avigilon Appearance Search technology, a deep learning AI search engine that sorts through hours of footage with ease.

Paul Such, Vice President of Sales for Avigilon in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, said Avigilon’s Appearance Search technology allows users to quickly locate a specific person or vehicle of interest across multiple sites that are connected to the same ACC client.  “We’ll also feature Avigilon Unusual Motion Detection (UMD) technology, an advanced AI technology that will bring a new level of automation to surveillance,” said Such. “UMD technology is designed to continuously learn what typical activity in the scene looks like and focus the operator’s attention on atypical events needing further investigation.”

“Such said a critical mass has been reached in the volume of video data captured and the limits of human attention to effectively search through that data, adding: “As such, the demand for video analytics is increasing globally. Through the power of AI, Avigilon is developing technologies and products that dramatically increase the effectiveness of security systems by focusing human attention on what matters most.”

Artificial Intelligence and IoT in focus at Future Security Summit

The 21st edition of Intersec in 2019 also coincided with the launch of the three-day Intersec Future Security Summit, where Future Foresight on Security, Artificial Intelligence, along with the Internet of Things (IoT) and Intelligent Systems were among the central themes on the first day.
Martin Gren, Co-Founder of Axis Communications, and the inventor of the world’s first IP-Network camera, was among the headline speakers today, offering his view on the future of the global security industry.

“We see security needs increasing and new applications are enabled by new and complementing technologies,” said Gren, adding that while AI has shown tremendous improvements over the last few years, it’s still at an early stage.

“Everyone expects to see industry disruption from AI and Deep Learning, and this is an area that Axis are heavily investing in, but I think the true benefits are still several years away. Instead you will see AI help with regular basic algorithms, and personally, I think the market for audio is going to move from analog to IP as it’s still currently 98 percent analog.”

Gren said the Middle East and the UAE in particular have always been an innovator in security and security technologies, on account of the region having limited exposure to traditional analog technologies. “The Middle East was an early adopter of technology, and I think the UAE has shown a scale and willingness to invest that is much stronger than most other countries,” continued Gren. “This has given a modern, and upgraded, network of smart and intelligent systems that is quite unique.”

Middle East market on track for double-digit growth

Intersec 2019 takes place amid a Middle East market where demand for security, safety, and fire protection continues to climb. Andreas Rex, Intersec’s show director, said: “The Middle East market for physical and perimeter security, commercial and information security, fire protection, and drones, is currently estimated to be worth US$14.5 billion. Analysts say this will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 13.5 percent over the next six years, valuing US$31 billion in 2024.

“Governments are taking a lead role in ensuring infrastructure, buildings, borders and societies are safe and secure, and the region continues to be an early adopter of smarter, integrated, and innovative solutions spanning both the public and private sectors – from banking, aviation, education and retail, to hospitality, healthcare, construction and energy.

“These solutions are course on show this week at Intersec, where more than 1,200 exhibitors from 54 countries are gracing the exhibition floor,” added Rex.

With 83 percent international participation, Intersec 2019’s 15 country pavilions are coming from Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Korea, Pakistan, Russia, Singapore, Taiwan, UK, and the USA.

Other conference highlights include the one-day Intersec Fire Conference on 21st January, which will provide insights into the changing global trends in fire protection and its implications on the Middle East, while Dubai’s Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) Forum on 22nd January will also return with the latest updates in security law and industry regulations in Dubai.

Returning popular features include the Drone Zone, an Outdoor Demo Area, and the Safety Design in Buildings Pavilion. Intersec is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

More information is available at: www.intersecexpo.com.

Secutech 2019 to place spotlight on integrated solutions shaped by artificial intelligence and the IoT

Secutech, the leading business platform for safety and security products returns for its 22nd edition next year with a sharpened focus on artificial intelligence and IoT technology. The fair will be held from 8 – 10 May 2019 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre in Taipei.

IoT and artificial intelligence technologies are continuing to transform the security industry by opening up new avenues for product functionality. As these technologies continue to blur the boundaries between sectors, they are also opening up more opportunities for integrated security. The upcoming edition of the fair will have a strong focus on artificial intelligence and the IoT, but it will also be highly multifaceted with security solutions for buyers from all walks of security.

Products from the six categories of security, IoT security, IT/ ICT automation, mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as industrial safety will be hosted at Secutech 2019. Seven thematic zones will allow trade visitors to easily identify specific technologies. In the realm of artificial intelligence and the IoT, zones will be designated for “AI + Software,” “LPWAN applications,” “Smart locks,” “Cyber security” as well as “Smart factory and industrial safety.” Meanwhile there will also be dedicated zones for “Police equipment” and “RFID applications.” With so many products at the fair set to feature IoT technology, the concurrent Info Security event will delve into security protocols for IoT devices as well as IP-based security systems.

To highlight the unique business applications of new technologies, there will also be seven intelligent solution pavilions spread across the show floor. The pavilions will display specialised security solutions for the vertical markets of retail, factory, transportation, parking, healthcare, hotels and community.

Many visitors travel long distances to attend Secutech each year because the show allows them to stay ahead of the curve in a wide range of industry sectors. Three concurrent events for ‘Mobility’, ‘Fire & Safety’, and ‘SMABIoT’ will allow such visitors to catch up on emerging trends for specific product groups during the 2019 edition of the fair.

The successful SMAhome will return under the new name of SMABIoT as the first event of its kind in Asia to accommodate buyers from the smart building IoT market segment. Visitors to the event will have the opportunity to source smart solutions for commercial and residential buildings as well as the healthcare and hospitality industries. Featured products will be imbedded with facial recognition, voice command and deep learning technology and will include a selection of brands with cross-disciplinary applications. A ‘Smart Solution Centre’ will also be featured at SMABIoT to demonstrate the real world applications of smart home ecosystems and robots for home, elderly care, smart community and smart hotel.

Sector specific insights will also be available at the concurrent Mobility event, which will place a spotlight on intelligent transportation solutions. The event will focus on commercial vehicle and smart parking solutions and will host the ‘Intelligent Transportation Pavilion’ with product applications for smart road, smart railway and fleet management.

Continuing its role as the regional hub for fire safety and disaster management, the concurrent international Fire & Safety event will feature two zones focusing on smart fire safety and smart disaster prevention and mitigation.

Secutech is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd and is part of a global network of Safety Security and Fire trade fairs. For more details, please visit www.secutech.com.

ISE 2018 – AV SECURITY: UNWELCOME GUESTS AND VISUAL OVERSIGHTS

Consumerisation and collaboration have brought many positive changes to the enterprise. Employees can now bring and use the devices they prefer and through social media, all have become used to sharing and communicating more with friends, and colleagues.

However, these changes also bring security risks – just who and what have you got connected to the network? If it was simply a matter of traditional IT products and regular employees, that would be complicated enough, but now all manner of smart devices, including an array of audio-visual, display and collaboration technologies, and itinerant visitors are connected.

Technology is not only pervasive in working environments, but also an integral element of our home lives as consumers. Widespread use can breed complacency, so organisations need to ensure they have the tools, systems and processes in place so that technology can be used safely and securely in the workplace.

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In many organisations, cloud-based services are simple to buy to extend a project without bothering IT. Employees too are used to bringing or wearing their own devices. This trend towards ‘shadow IT’ and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) has few technical boundaries. So, when a meeting room screen needs to be connected or a video feed is required, it is equally straightforward to deploy consumer AV devices or services.

This ‘BYOAV’ (Bring Your Own AV) might seem innocuous, but AV technology, consumer and enterprise, has followed the same trends as many other technologies – cost reduced (so easily affordable), network ready, often wirelessly (so always accessible), and open (so should be interoperable). But it brings with it often invisible, security issues.

What is worse is that AV equipment is frequently placed in locations where presenting and sharing involves third parties, either as recipients or co-presenters. Guest access to Wi-Fi networks is expected too and this should be secured or at least managed in some way, but, invariably, connections to AV equipment are more lax. Older systems may still rely on VGA connectors and cables, but sophisticated AV installations and the low-cost consumer options are increasingly wireless. Even if they include security, the chances are very high that it will be different to devices from other manufacturers in other rooms and different to what is in place elsewhere in enterprise IT.

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Some control and consistency will need to be imposed, but historically, AV installations have been part of office management and facilities, often with little involvement from IT. The sophistication of current AV equipment, its potential impact both on fixed and wireless networks and the implications for security means that AV now needs to be incorporated and integrated into the IT management function.

AV also needs to be considered as part of an overall enterprise security. Decades ago, some companies worried about the ability for snoopers to be able to pick up the signals from monitors from a car parked outside of offices. Today, poorly protected wireless devices and networks pose a risk, but so too do big bright screens that can be photographed surreptitiously by mobile devices.

Both snooping on audio-visual technology by visual means and via an unprotected wireless network constitute security risks. Equally, high risk is the way that users – employees and third parties – authenticate to use or access AV systems. Dial-in codes, logins and guest access should all be treated in the same rigorous way as any other IT security. As it becomes increasingly simple to seamlessly share content electronically, so it has to be managed.

Process
Security should be achieved through a combination of polices and processes as well as tools, but the first step is to understand the scale of the problem. This requires co-operation and integration between those involved in AV and IT. It starts with better understanding of the current capabilities of products available, their capabilities and limitations and the direction of innovation.

The AV industry is evolving rapidly, enabling businesses and organisations to be more dynamic, productive and efficient. With large display technology becoming much more affordable, screens are popping up everywhere – ad hoc meeting spaces, huddle rooms as well as more formal conference rooms. Companies from Google and Intel to Barco, Sony and AMX are making these accessible and attempting to apply security and control through their own systems.

Each are all very well in isolation, but in mixed environments and with so many other elements to consider, IT security needs to consolidate across diverse technologies in as seamless a way as possible. If measures keeping AV systems secure become too complicated or restrictive, users will simply bypass them.

Hence, in addition to AV/IT integration, IT security managers need to extend training and best employee practices for security to include the now essential visual and audible digital components of the enterprise. Unwanted data leakage is not just what is sent over the network, but may also be what is seen and heard.

To get a handle on where the market is heading and the security challenges that lie in store, Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) is a great place to start. ISE 2018 is Europe’s largest event for the professional integration sector. Joint owners of Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), AVIXA and CEDIA, offer a comprehensive programme of education sessions designed to further professional development. Available online to browse, there are security and technology focused sessions on video use, AV protocols and more.

In addition to the education opportunities available at the show, over 1,100 exhibitors across 15 Halls will be showcasing the latest technologies in the sector.

Industry renowned manufacturers and providers such as Sony, Crestron, Control4, Legrand, Savant, Z-Wave Alliance will be presenting IT and AV innovations for the security market at the event.

First-time exhibiters such as Intel Corporation (UK) Ltd and Exertis will be welcome additions to the show floor, ensuring that ISE 2018 will have more security solutions available than ever before.

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