Tomorrow at 10:00 AM, follow the live broadcast of the opening ceremony of the 10th anniversary edition of Adria Security Summit 2025 directly on the portal www.asadria.com.
This year’s Summit in Skopje will gather more than 3,000 professionals from over 50 countries and over 160 exhibitors, who will showcase the latest solutions in physical security, ICT, IoT, and smart technologies.
With a rich conference program featuring more than 60 panels and keynote sessions, as well as unique business networking opportunities through the run.events platform, the Summit remains the leading regional event for the security industry.
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Prepare for the unforgettable. Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the world-renowned annual tech show for the audiovisual and systems integration industry, is back – and registration for ISE 2026 is officially open.
Step into a world unlike any other, where boundaries are meant to be pushed and imagination comes alive. ISE 2026 makes its grand return, 3-6 February at the Fira de Barcelona, with a theme that invites the industry to explore every opportunity and redefine what’s possible.
Push Beyond: The Next Chapter of ISE Arrives
ISE 2026 will transform the Fira de Barcelona into the epicentre of innovation and discovery for attendees to experience the truly remarkable. This year’s theme, Push Beyond, challenges visitors to leave the ordinary behind and embrace a new standard of excellence. Step away from the expected, refresh your mindset, and indulge your senses in an event that promises an almost unimaginable experience.
“At ISE, we are dedicated to inspiring the community and exploring what’s possible,” says Mike Blackman, Managing Director of Integrated Systems Events. “Each year, we aim to deliver an experience that fuels creativity and drives innovation. ISE 2026 will open new horizons, ignite fresh ambition, and bring together the global AV and systems integration community for an unforgettable celebration of innovation – where ideas take form and the future begins to unfold.”
Where Industries Converge and New Ideas Spark
It’s not just one industry. ISE 2026 throws open its doors to an incredible spectrum of verticals, from education, enterprise, live events, and hospitality to retail, healthcare, and beyond. Wherever you fit in the global landscape, ISE is the destination where every sector finds fresh inspiration and ambitions meet opportunity.
To make every experience count, ISE 2026 features dedicated Technology Zones designed to serve the unique needs of each market. Whether visitors are seeking the latest in digital signage, unified communications, smart building solutions, or residential technology, you’ll discover immersive spaces tailored to your interests.
Each Zone is a launchpad, fuelled by innovation, brimming with solutions, and ready to connect you with the partners and insights that matter most.
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To ensure every attendee enjoys a seamless experience in Barcelona, ISE has once again partnered with bnetwork, its Official Accommodation & Logistical Services Partner for ISE 2026.
Through bnetwork’s dedicated platform, visitors can book hotels at competitive rates and choose from a wide range of accommodation options, all with personalized customer support. Beyond hotel reservations, bnetwork also offers transportation solutions and venue-booking services, making it easier than ever to coordinate every aspect of the trip.
Attendees are encouraged to plan early and take advantage of these exclusive services at isehotels.bnetwork.com
Don’t Miss Your Chance to Be Part of What’s Next
Registration for ISE 2026 is now open, so take your place among the visionaries, trailblazers, and creative minds from every corner of the globe. Reserve your spot at the event where tomorrow’s innovations are unveiled, and let’s Push Beyond what’s possible – together. Register here.
As part of ISE’s continued commitment to attendee security, all attendees are asked to provide a valid passport or national ID number during the registration process. In partnership with the Catalan police, this measure helps us deliver a safe and seamless experience for everyone participating in ISE.
This is your invitation to Push Beyond, don’t just witness the extraordinary, come and be part of it: https://www.iseurope.org/.
The MDT Group acquires a majority stake in the German KNX pioneer Tapko Technologies GmbH and the Croatian KNX forge Apricum d.o.o. The close and trusting partnership between the German KNX manufacturer MDT and the German KNX pioneer Tapko as well as the Croatian KNX producer Apricum has existed for several decades. Now both companies will become part of the MDT Group and the cooperation between the locations will be even closer. With the majority takeover, all employees of the companies will be included in the KNXperts team.
“Our companies and teams have been working together since MDT developed the first KNX product. The long-standing, successful technology and production partnership will now be further deepened and expanded. I am particularly pleased that we can now welcome Petar Tomic and Klaus Adler, proven KNX experts from the very beginning, to the MDT family,” says Roger Karner, CEO of the MDT Group.
Founded in 1999, Tapko has relied on the EIB/KNX standard from the very beginning. As one of the most innovative KNX specialists, the company has an excellent network in Europe and handles international development requests. The portfolio supports customers with consulting and services, from the product idea to production. The two Tapko managing directors Petar Tomic and Klaus Adler are widely regarded as pioneers in the KNX world and will both remain with the MDT Group as managing directors of Tapko GmbH.
Klaus Adler looks at the new connection: “The partnership with MDT has always been a special connection, we have a cooperation among experts at eye level. We have already moved a lot in the KNX market and will become even stronger together.” And Petar Tomic adds: “MDT and we have long shared the conviction that the KNX system is the best solution in building automation. From now on, we will walk the path to the smart building together as one company.”
The Croatian company Apricum has also been active in the KNX market for decades. Founded in 2001 by Olivera Tomic in Split, Croatia, the construction of the first electronics production began in 2002. One of the company’s first products was a fancoil controller for the KNX market, a successful product that was followed by several others. Olivera Tomic will also become a family member of the MDT Group as Managing Director of the Croatian production and sales company Apricum.
“In the years of trusting cooperation, MDT has always been a special partner, where not only the business but also the people have a firm place in the focus of the management. Therefore, I am happy to become part of a larger, KNX-loving community with my company. We will achieve a lot together!” says Olivera Tomic.
The MDT Group is one of the leading manufacturers of KNX products for the automation of commercial and private buildings. The company and its employees stand for the highest quality and user-oriented thinking. The group includes the MDT brands with a complete KNX portfolio in actuators, sensors and system components, and the Tense brand with a large selection of high-end KNX buttons. A large number of intelligent functions in the products offer users tangible added value. The MDT Group offers one of the most extensive KNX product ranges on the market for smart buildings.
In just two days, Skopje will host the region’s central event dedicated to security and smart technologies. This year marks the 10th anniversary edition of Adria Security Summit, bringing together professionals, innovations, and new business opportunities like never before.
More than 3,000 participants from over 50 countries are expected to attend, with the chance to explore cutting-edge solutions from 160+ exhibitors in the fields of physical security, ICT, IoT, and smart technologies. The agenda features 60+ conference sessions, keynote speeches, and panels, covering the most pressing topics shaping the industry today.
A strong emphasis is placed on business networking – through the run.events app, participants will be able to arrange targeted B2B meetings and build new partnerships. In just two days, the event that has been defining the future of security and smart solutions in the Adriatic region for a decade will once again set the stage. Skopje will become the meeting point of knowledge, innovation, and industry leaders.
At the end of September, Pristina hosted the three-day Ajax & The Rock Roadshow, an event dedicated to showcasing advanced security solutions. On the first day, architects, designers, and innovators were introduced to the futuristic capabilities of Ajax systems, seamlessly blending with modern buildings. The second day focused on banks and institutions in Kosovo, presenting wired and wireless solutions for safer and more efficient operations. The final day was reserved for installers, integrators, and security companies, who took part in training sessions and certification for working with Ajax technologies.
Ajax Systems, a globally recognized manufacturer of security solutions, today covers four key segments: intrusion protection, fire detection, automation, and video surveillance, with its products winning more than 20 industry awards. The local partner, The Rock, specialized in security services and the installation of advanced systems, further strengthens the presence of Ajax technologies in the Kosovan market. Through this joint initiative, the two companies demonstrated how security can be reliable, discreet, and aesthetically aligned with modern architecture.
Ruijie Networks, through its Reyee brand, has introduced new routers RG-EG406XS and RG-EG406XS-P, designed for networks that require stable performance and flexible integration. These models deliver up to 2.5 Gbps throughput and are equipped with Multi-G WAN/LAN ports as well as a 10GE SFP+ port for expansion and connection to high-speed backbone systems.
The routers support up to 400 concurrent clients and allow the creation of 100 VPN tunnels, making them a reliable choice for business networks. The RG-EG406XS-P version also includes PoE/PoE+ functionality, enabling power delivery to endpoint devices such as surveillance cameras, wireless access points, or IP phones directly through the network cable. A key feature of these devices is multi-WAN load balancing, which combines and balances multiple internet links to ensure stable and uninterrupted connectivity.
Ruijie Networks is a globally recognized company with more than two decades of experience in developing networking infrastructure and digital solutions.
These routers find their application in small and medium-sized businesses, hotels, educational institutions, security centers, and corporate offices, where it is essential to manage a large number of users and devices with high reliability and security.
With the launch of the RG-EG406XS and RG-EG406XS-P models, Ruijie Reyee reaffirms its commitment to delivering networking solutions that combine multi-gigabit performance, cloud management, and adaptability to modern business needs.
The final countdown has begun! In just five days, Skopje will once again become the regional hub for security and smart technologies. Adria Security Summit 2025, the largest gathering of experts in this field across the Adriatic region, brings a rich program and exceptional opportunities for business networking.
This year, more than 3,000 professionals from over 50 countries are expected to attend, with the chance to explore solutions from 160+ exhibitors covering technical security, ICT, IoT, and smart technologies. The agenda also features 60+ conference sessions, keynote speeches, and panels addressing the most relevant topics in the industry.
A special focus is placed on business matchmaking – with the help of the run.events app, participants will be able to arrange targeted B2B meetings and create new partnerships. This is the final countdown to the event that shapes the future of security and smart solutions in the region every year. Next week, Skopje will be the place where knowledge, innovation, and industry leaders come together.
We look forward to welcoming you at Adria Security Summit 2025 – see you in Skopje on October 8–9!
Being the smartest access control in the cloud means that we can do some amazing things. One of such things is granting access via web link.
Key Link is a very convenient solution for granting temporary access, especially at a distance as nothing material needs to be sent or received. The recipient does not need to be Door Cloud user, does not need to install or run any special app, does not need to memorize anything and everything can be set well in advance.
It goes like this:
User creates a web link for opening a certain door.
User sends the link via mail or chat.
The recipient opens the door by clicking on the link.
Which seems like a bit too simple, does it? So, let’s just go in and answer some immediate questions:
How do we open the door once we receive the link?
The door can be opened using a smartphone or any other online device with a browser. Clicking the link will open the browser and land you on the door opening page. The door is then opened by clicking the button on the page.
How do we prevent the link to be further distributed and used by other people?
We don’t. Think of the link as of the ordinary mechanical key or the PIN code. The key can be easily copied, the PIN can be revealed.
How do we know that the link has been used by the intended recipient and not by someone else?
We don’t, see the previous answer.
How do we keep track of who made the link, for whom and why?
The link name and description, its validity period, and the user who made it – all that is automatically logged by the system. If the link is sent by email, the email will be logged too. For any other data, it is up to the user what he will choose to record using the name and description. It may be the recipient name, the link purpose, or anything else of importance to the user.
How do we keep track of the access events made using the link?
Just like any other access using cards or mobile app. All access events made via links are logged in the event log.
How can we limit the link use?
We can set the link validity from – to. We can change or cancel it at any later time. We can also limit the number of times the link can be used down to single use.
Can we send the link to multiple recipients?
Yes. Also, links can be forwarded, copied, published or otherwise distributed to any number of secondary recipients.
What are the technical requirements?
Access via Key Link can be performed on any Door Cloud access point (door). Link can be issued online on the web or using the Door Cloud web app. For opening doors, any smartphone or similar device with browser and internet connection will do
Link access can be seen as a high-convenience, yet low-security access feature. What are the security considerations?
It really depends on the use case. Key Link is not meant as a replacement for card access or smartphone app access. It is intended for use cases where the lack of user identification is acceptable, such as apartment rent.
BENEFITS
Access right can be granted easily and instantly from the web or the mobile app.
Access right can be granted with delayed start and automatic expiration (from – to, from – duration).
Access right can be modified or revoked easily and instantly.
Access right recipient can be anyone with a smartphone and internet connection.
Access right recipient can easily and instantly share the access right further to other recipients.
No cards or card readers required.
USE CASE: APARTMENT RENT
The best use case is apartment rent. The apartment owner is a Door Cloud user, the guest is anyone with a smartphone and internet connection. The owner creates the link and sends it to the guest. The guest opens the apartment door with his smartphone, and the owner sees that the guests have arrived. If cards are preferred, they can be left in the apartment for guest’s convenience. In that case, the link duration may be set for some initial period only.
If there are more guests, they can share the link between themselves. Or, the owner can send multiple links. If the guest cancels or leaves early, the owner simply revokes the link.
Smart buildings take a connected approach to managing and monitoring who is coming into and going through them. For almost every user, whether visitor, staff or contractor, the building journey begins with a door.
A 2025 report by analysts Memoori suggests that the global IoT market in commercial buildings will grow to $101 billion (€87.5 billion) by 2030, at a baseline predicted CAGR of 7.9%1. Memoori identify offices, retail premises, datacenters, and hospitality businesses as probably early adopters of smart building technology.
The smart building will streamline the experience for both users and managers. When fully implemented, it promises buildings which are more secure; that make better use of energy; and which will make data-driven decisions in real time. On the basis of these concrete benefits, analysts forecast rapid growth. According to Fortune Business Insights, the market will grow from a value of $143 billion (€122 billion) in 2025 to $548.5 billion (€469.5 billlion) by 2032, at an estimated 21.2% CAGR2. Security systems and technologies will be a significant component of this growth.
It starts at the door
In a world of smart sensors, building management dashboards and real-time analytics, the door closer is easy to overlook. Yet in creating tomorrow’s generation of intelligent buildings, this device will play a critical role. Modern high-spec door closers do far more than simply shut a door. They help preserve climate zones, reduce noise, support fire safety and accessibility, enhance security and convenience, throughout the wider building.
For security, the door closer is essential. A door left ajar – whether by wind, human error or wear and tear – undermines access protocols and protections. Intelligent closers work alongside digital locking and access systems to ensure doors shut reliably behind every authorized user, reducing the risk of tailgating. A certified door closer is also a key component in fire safety strategy. When integrated with fire alarm systems, closers allow fire doors to remain open during normal use, but close automatically in an emergency. This supports safer evacuations and regulatory compliance without compromising day-to-day convenience.
From a sustainability standpoint, the contribution is also tangible. A closed interior door helps to maintain temperature differentials, between an office and the corridor, for example, or a server room and an atrium exposed to climate variations. Fully closed interior doors help reduce stack pressure – the unwanted inflow of air at lower levels, caused by rising warm air within the building – which can otherwise disrupt HVAC performance. Even a single poorly closed door can force HVAC systems to work harder, leading to unnecessary energy waste. A door closer ensures these doors shut gently but securely every time, supporting improved energy efficiency metrics.
Smart door, smarter building
In a connected building, integration is everything. ASSA ABLOY intelligent door closers are designed to work as part of a broader Building Management System (BMS). They integrate seamlessly with access control, fire alarm and HVAC platforms, helping the building to become more responsive, more secure, and more efficient.
“Every model in our range of award-winning door closers is engineered for performance, durability and aesthetics. As you would expect, they meet or exceed critical EN 1154 compliance requirements and in most cases, are certified for use on fire doors” says Andreas Gmelin, Product Management and Business Development Director from ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA. “Increasingly, they are also designed, from the ground up, by paying attention to their growing role within an intelligent building environment. They can be responsive and be used together with other components in a smart building, focusing upon access, energy and life safety.”
“In short, they are no longer just robust, convenient hardware working in isolation to perform a single important task. Door closers are now a key enabler of improved smart building performance, which benefits every user and makes life easier for building managers.”
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After nearly a decade of transformative leadership, Modepack is entering a new era. Founder and long-standing Managing Director, Jure Širić, is stepping into a newly created role as an Innovations & Sustainability Manager. At the same time, Marina Šivak, formerly Sales Manager and current Board Member for Sales and Quality, assumes the position of Managing Director. This transition marks both the culmination of an extraordinary chapter in Modepack’s story and the beginning of an exciting new phase of growth, innovation, and maturity.
Jure’s Visionary Journey
When Modepack was founded in 2016, it was little more than a bold idea and a small, determined team. Guided by Jure’s drive, vision, and relentless passion, that idea has since grown into a global game changer in packaging. Today, Modepack has a capacity for over 350 million packaging units annually, employs 71 talented professionals, and exports more than 90% of its products to 32 markets worldwide.
One of Jure’s most defining achievements was the transformation of Modepack’s headquarters. In 2022, Modepack revitalized an unused building into a state-of-the-art 7,000 m² production facility, doubling its capacity with nine production lines and a potential annual output of 350 million units. This bold move cemented Modepack’s reputation as a company unafraid to invest in the future.
Under Jure’s leadership, Modepack not only grew in size but also expanded its vision. He cultivated a culture defined by ambition, entrepreneurial spirit, and customer-centric innovation. It is this foundation that has positioned Modepack to set its sights on an even bigger goal by 2030. And that is to be recognized as Europe’s #1 provider of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions for the eCommerce, Courier and Security industry.
Marina’s Fresh Leadership
Marina Šivak
As Modepack matures from its startup roots into a performance and innovation-driven global player, it is the right moment for a new kind of leadership. Stepping into the role of Managing Director is Marina Šivak. Far from being new to the business, Marina has been a part of Modepack’s story for many years. She built trusted relationships with clients and developed a deep understanding of both the company’s operations and the packaging industry as a whole.
Marina is known for her analytical precision, strategic mindset, and results-oriented leadership. While Jure built Modepack as a “wild horse” powered by energy and vision, Marina is uniquely positioned to guide this momentum with structure, discipline, and a clear focus on operational excellence. She represents a breath of fresh air—bringing data-driven decision-making, financial acumen, and a commitment to scalable growth.
Her appointment signals Modepack’s natural evolution from a high-growth challenger brand to a mature, globally competitive business. With Marina at the helm, Modepack will sharpen its focus on efficiency and long-term resilience, ensuring the company not only grows but thrives in an increasingly competitive industry.
Balancing Innovation and Performance
Even as Marina leads the business into its next chapter, Jure’s role remains central to Modepack’s future. By shifting his focus toward innovation and sustainability, he will ensure that Modepack continues to pioneer new product development and sustainable solutions that define the future of eCommerce, Courier and Security packaging.
This dual-leadership model captures the essence of Modepack’s philosophy. It is not a choice between performance and innovation, but a balance of both. Operational discipline and visionary creativity will together drive Modepack to new heights.
Looking Ahead
Modepack’s story has always been one of ambition, resilience, and forward-thinking. From its humble beginnings to its global footprint today, the company has thrived by embracing change and seeking new opportunities. With Marina guiding the company’s performance and Jure shaping its innovations, Modepack is entering a future where sustainability, excellence, and global leadership converge.
Together with the rest of the Board Members, Dominik Konjarik and Darijo Kovač, we extend our deepest gratitude to Jure for his extraordinary leadership and vision. We also welcome Marina with confidence and excitement. Together, they embody the spirit of Modepack: bold, innovative, and determined to lead the packaging industry into a better and greener future.
