Alarm automatika celebrated 20 years of operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina by bringing together more than 50 partners, customers, and associates at this year’s Partner Day event in Sarajevo. The anniversary provided an opportunity to reflect on two decades of company growth, completed projects, and long-term partnerships built in the local market.
Although Partner Day is traditionally dedicated to presenting new technologies and solutions, this year’s edition primarily focused on the people and companies that have contributed to the development of Alarm automatika BiH. During the event, the company showcased the latest products, solutions, and market trends featured in its new catalogue, while presentations were delivered by Luka Kučić and Žarko Regodić.
Guests also heard from Boris Popović, President of the Management Board of Alarm automatika, and Ines Cero, Director of Alarm automatika BiH, who reflected on the key milestones, challenges, and achievements that have marked the company’s twenty-year journey.
A special part of the programme was dedicated to recognizing long-standing partners and customers who have been working with the company since the early years of its presence in Bosnia and Herzegovina. As a token of appreciation for their trust and support, they were presented with commemorative certificates and symbolic gifts. According to Alarm automatika, the company’s greatest value lies in its long-term relationships with partners, customers, and associates, making the twentieth anniversary above all a celebration of shared growth and successful cooperation.
Smart Tower is a mixed-use development in Sofia, Bulgaria, comprising two connected blocks with 17 residential floors, 7 levels of commercial space, and 4 underground parking levels. Spanning over 60,000sqm and housing approximately 1,152 occupants, the project required a comprehensive, multi-technology fire detection solution capable of operating reliably across a highly varied building environment.
Central District LTD appointed Sectron to take full accountability for the design and installation. Project managers Spas Stankov and Spas Stoyanov led the work, supported by engineer-designers Elena Pencheva and Dobrinka Tsvetkova.
Spas Stoyanov reflected on the partnership: “We have a great relationship with Hochiki, using their products for over 30 years. Their compliance with local fire regulations and advanced sensing technology guaranteed Smart Tower had a fire system that is highly reliable and, most importantly, reduces false alarms for occupants.”
For the main building areas, 2,887 ACC-EN multi-sensors were installed as part of an addressable fire system using Hochiki’s ESP intelligent range. Combining a thermal element with a photoelectric smoke chamber, each device detects both heat rise and smoke presence. The open-protocol ESP platform also supports long-term cost efficiency by consolidating multiple product ranges onto a single panel.
Aesthetic integration was a specific requirement given the modern interior of both blocks. Dobrinka Tsvetkova explained: “Hochiki’s ESP sensors came in multiple variants including ivory, black and white, which gave us the flexibility to meet Smart Tower’s need for consistent aesthetics. We chose white to reflect the clean environment across all spaces.”
For the residential floors, Hochiki’s conventional CDX range provided the solution: 342 SOC-E3N optical smoke detectors and 171 DCD-AE3 heat detectors across the apartments. Hochiki’s CHQ I/O modules ensured continuous monitoring and integration between both systems, with faults in conventional zones reported directly to the addressable control panel.
The 4,600sqm underground car park required a different approach entirely. Higher airflow and exhaust fumes make standard point smoke detection ineffective here. Hochiki’s Linear Heat Detection Cable provided a localised solution suited to the environment. Elena Pencheva noted: “The open-protocol capabilities provided ultimate flexibility when integrating multiple tailored solutions.”
Spas Stankov concluded: “All systems were easy to install, minimising disruption to residents. Compliance was fully met and we are confident that all occupants are protected for the long term.” For specifiers and installers working on large or mixed-use developments, Smart Tower shows what Hochiki’s open-protocol architecture can do.
To discuss your next project, talk to your local team or visit the Hochiki website to learn more about this project in Bulgaria.
Presight, a global leader in applied AI for intelligent systems, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of the Interior of Montenegro to support the country’s national digital transformation through the development of a next-generation Smart Nation platform.
To mark the occasion, His Excellency Milojko Spajić, Prime Minister of Montenegro, visited Presight’s Abu Dhabi headquarters during an official state visit, where discussions focused on the country’s long-term vision for intelligent infrastructure, smart city development, and AI-enabled national transformation. The visit underscored a shared commitment to deploying applied intelligence at national scale to strengthen public services, operational resilience, and sustainable economic growth.
The MOU establishes a strategic long-term framework between Presight and the Government of Montenegro to design and deploy an integrated, AI-enabled platform spanning cities and intercity infrastructure. The platform will unify real-time data across traffic, public safety, environmental monitoring and emergency response systems into a single operational layer. By integrating these capabilities, the system will enable faster coordination, improve situational awareness, and enable more proactive AI-assisted decision-making across government and municipal institutions.
Under the MOU, Presight will work closely with government stakeholders across three phases, including a national feasibility study, a structured data exchange to map existing systems and data sources, and the development of a detailed implementation roadmap. The initiative includes intelligent traffic management to reduce congestion and improve road safety, advanced intelligence capabilities to strengthen situational awareness, and integrated emergency response systems to accelerate coordination across agencies.
Commenting on the agreement, Danilo Šaranović, Minister of the Interior of Montenegro, said: “Montenegro is committed to advancing a modern, resilient, and secure national infrastructure, and this collaboration with Presight represents an important step in that journey. As a trusted partner with a proven track record in deploying applied intelligence at national scale, Presight brings the expertise and capability required for an initiative of this ambition. We look forward to working together to enhance public safety, strengthen coordination, and deliver meaningful improvements for our citizens.”
Thomas Pramotedham, Chief Executive Officer of Presight, said: “National transformation requires more than technology, it requires intelligent systems that operate at scale. Through this partnership with Montenegro, we are designing a unified operational infrastructure where data, AI, and decision making are fully integrated across critical systems. This is applied intelligence in action, enabling governments to move from fragmented systems to coordinated, proactive operations that strengthen resilience, operational efficiency, and long-term national capability.”
Built on Presight’s sovereign AI infrastructure, the platform will transform fragmented data into coordinated, real-time operational intelligence. This architecture enables continuous insight, autonomous system response, and centralized orchestration across government and municipal entities, supporting faster, more informed decision-making at scale.
The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to building sovereign, scalable digital infrastructure aligned with Montenegro’s long-term development priorities. The initiative will also ensure that data governance, system transparency, and operational resilience are embedded into every layer of deployment.
The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to building sovereign, scalable digital infrastructure aligned with Montenegro’s long-term development priorities. The MOU also reinforces Presight’s role in enabling trusted AI-enabled infrastructure across high-growth markets globally, while supporting Montenegro’s ambition to position itself at the forefront of intelligent nation development.
Krešimir Marušić, CEO of Tehnozavod Marušić, served as a member of the jury for this year’s Zlatko Smrkić Award, which has been recognizing outstanding students of the Department of Communication and Space Technologies at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing (FER) in Zagreb for the past ten years.
The award is intended for students who achieve notable results in research and professional work in the fields of communication and space technologies. Over the past decade, it has become one of the most important recognitions for young talents in these disciplines.
According to Tehnozavod, cooperation between industry and academia plays a vital role in fostering innovation and technological progress, while initiatives such as this provide students with opportunities to present their research, develop professional competencies, and connect with leading technology companies.
“We believe that cooperation between industry and academia, along with investment in young talent, is essential for driving innovation and technological advancement,” the company stated.
The occasion also served as an opportunity to congratulate the finalists and award recipients, while expressing appreciation to the organizers for ten years of dedication to promoting knowledge, research, and excellence in the fields of communication and space technologies.
More than 90 partners gathered at this year’s Partner Day 2026 event organized by Alarm automatika in Skopje. Held at the Mercedes Lounge Bar, a venue offering panoramic views of the city, the event provided an opportunity for attendees to explore the latest technologies, exchange experiences, and discuss current trends in the security industry.
During the event, the company presented its new product and solutions catalogue, along with a range of innovations set to shape the period ahead. Particular attention was drawn to presentations and live demonstrations from Ajax Systems, DVC, Wi-Tek, and Reolink.
Visitors had the opportunity to experience the latest solutions in intrusion protection, video surveillance, network infrastructure, and smart technologies firsthand, while engaging directly with company experts and partners.
An interactive knowledge quiz and prize raffle added extra excitement to the event and generated strong interest among participants. According to Alarm automatika, Partner Day has long been much more than a product showcase, serving as a platform for developing new business opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and exchanging valuable industry knowledge.
The company also expressed its appreciation to the Skopje team, supported by colleagues from Zagreb and Rijeka, whose efforts played a key role in the successful organization of the event and the gathering of partners from across the region.
Konica Minolta Croatia has presented the capabilities of its Waidok digital platform, designed to automate and streamline financial processes within organizations. The solution has been developed to reduce the time required for document processing, approvals, and administrative tasks that often place a significant burden on finance departments.
Waidok enables the automated processing and approval of financial documentation, while providing centralized and secure storage for invoices, contracts, and other business documents. The platform also offers full tracking of document changes, improving process transparency and reducing the risk of errors.
By digitalizing administrative tasks, finance teams can dedicate more time to data analysis, planning, and activities that generate greater business value. According to the company, this approach can accelerate decision-making and improve overall organizational efficiency.
“Instead of spending time on manual processes, your finance team can focus on data analysis, planning, and activities that create greater value for the business,” Konica Minolta stated.
Three TVT TD9846SP1 solar-powered 4G IP cameras have been successfully deployed at locations identified as high-risk areas for illegal hazardous waste dumping, according to SysTeh Serbia. The project demonstrates how advanced video surveillance technologies can contribute to environmental protection, particularly in remote areas without access to power or communication infrastructure.
The implementation was carried out in cooperation with system integrators VAJS TOSUN and BOSS ELEKTRO, whose installation teams were responsible for deploying and commissioning the system. The cameras provide fully autonomous operation thanks to solar power and 4G connectivity, eliminating the need for existing network or power infrastructure. The solution supports 24/7 Full-Color monitoring, intelligent event detection, and real-time alert notifications.
According to the company, the combination of video surveillance and renewable energy technologies enables more effective monitoring of critical locations, helps prevent illegal activities, and improves environmental protection.
“By combining advanced security technology with sustainable energy solutions, we are helping organizations and local communities improve environmental protection, prevent illegal activities, and create safer, cleaner surroundings,” SysTeh stated.
The company also thanked its partners for the successful implementation of the project and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting future initiatives that contribute to a safer and more sustainable environment.
Sectron has announced that it has become the official representative of Legrand in Bulgaria, further expanding its portfolio of electrical and digital building infrastructure solutions.
The new partnership will provide customers and business partners with access to a broad range of Legrand technologies, including electrical infrastructure solutions, smart building technologies, structured cabling systems, and other products designed for modern commercial and residential environments.
According to Sectron, the collaboration with one of the world’s leading manufacturers of electrical and digital infrastructure solutions will strengthen its offering in the local market and deliver additional value to partners and customers. “This partnership expands our portfolio with one of the world’s leading manufacturers of electrical and digital building infrastructures, enabling us to provide even greater value to our partners and customers,” the company said.
Sectron added that it remains committed to delivering high-quality technologies and professional support, while creating new business opportunities and expanding the adoption of advanced solutions across the Bulgarian market.
Following authorization from the Croatian Register of Shipping to install fire detection systems on vessels, Alarm automatika has expanded its portfolio with certified fire detection solutions for the maritime sector. The new systems enable the company to support customers operating in demanding marine environments, where fire protection technologies must comply with strict technical and certification requirements.
The solutions are supplied by Olympia Electronics, a manufacturer with extensive experience in safety and emergency systems. Certified for marine applications, the systems are designed to operate reliably in conditions characterized by high humidity, salt exposure, and constant vibration.
The portfolio includes addressable fire alarm control panels with one, two, or four loops, smoke and heat detectors, manual call points, visual alarm sounders, input/output modules, and emergency lighting solutions for maritime environments. Together, these components provide a complete fire detection solution that enables rapid fire identification, precise incident location, and efficient safety management on vessels and in marinas.
By expanding into the marine fire protection segment, Alarm automatika continues to strengthen its position as a provider of integrated safety solutions, backed by local expertise and technical support for customers in the maritime industry.
In cooperation with Hanwha Vision Europe, IP WAY organized a two-day Basic Certification Training program for engineers in Prague, providing participants with an opportunity to further enhance their knowledge of the manufacturer’s video surveillance technologies.
The training covered key features of Hanwha Vision cameras, video stream optimization, and other technical topics important for the design, implementation, and management of modern video surveillance systems. Representatives of IP WAY expressed their appreciation to all partners and associates who took part in the training, as well as to the experts from Hanwha Vision Europe for delivering a well-structured program and ensuring the successful organization of the event.
“We would like to thank all colleagues who joined us for this training, as well as our partners from Hanwha Vision for the excellent organization and the high-quality educational program,” the company said. Such training programs play an important role in the continuous professional development of system integrators and engineers involved in the deployment of advanced security solutions. In addition to the technical sessions, participants also had the opportunity to exchange experiences and network in an informal setting while exploring the city of Prague.
