International


China High-Speed Rail System Uses Verint IP Video Solution

Verint Systems Inc. recently announced the People’s Republic of China Ministry of Railways has selected its Nextiva Critical Infrastructure IP video solution with integrated analytics to enhance the security of certain portions of the Beijing-Tianjin high-speed passenger rail system.

Pixim Powers Security For Australia Shipping Operator

Pixim Inc., a provider of image sensors and processors for enterprise security cameras, has been chosen as a key technology by Patrick, Australia's largest operator of shipping and container terminals.

IP Video Backbone Of Security System At Belgium Courthouse

An IP video CCTV system is providing the technology behind a Fabricom-GTI integrated security solution for the new courthouse in the Belgium city of Ghent.

Mexico Retailer Standardizes Digital Video Software

March Networks, a provider of intelligent IP video and business analysis applications, announced recently that Coppel S.A.B. de C.V. has standardized on the company's digital video software and systems for advanced security in more than 650 department stores.

Belgium Airport Adds Explosives Detection Technology

GE Security Inc. recently announced its Homeland Protection business has sold and deployed two TSA-certified CTX 9000 DSi advanced technology explosives detection systems (EDS) to support checked bag screening at Brussels South Charleroi Airport’s recently opened passenger terminal.

IKEA France Uses IP Video In Flagship Store

IKEA France has invested in a IP video solution for CCTV surveillance in its new 215,000 square foot flagship store in Grenoble.

March Networks Announces Acquisition Of Cieffe S.p.A

March Networks, a provider of intelligent IP video and business analysis applications, announced recently that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cieffe S.p.A. and its related company Insignis Technologies S.r.l.

Securitas Systems Changes Name To Niscayah

Securitas Systems is changing its name to Niscayah. The reason is to create a more distinctive, completely independent identity towards the market.



China School Adds Video Analytics To Improve Access Control, Prevent Theft

ioimage recently announced that the Shi Jia Zhuang experimental high school in China has successfully completed installation of ioimage’s video surveillance system to protect it’s 2,500 students, supervise the schools entrance and prevent theft.

United Kingdom Banks Choose IBM Intrusion Protection Technology

IBM recently announced that the Bank of London and The Middle East plc have selected intrusion prevention technology from IBM’s Internet Security Systems (ISS) division to help reinforce its existing security controls and further protect its customer and corporate data.

IP Video Powers Surveillance System At Mustang Car Museum

A museum dedicated to the power and mystique of the Ford Mustang in Tampico, Mexico is using an IP video surveillance system to protect a fleet of the valued vehicles.

North American Video Provides Surveillance Systems For Venezuelan Correctional Facilities

North American Video recently announced a contract with Venezuelan correctional facilities to provide a wide range of surveillance equipment.

Where Security Fits In

Deemed the rum capital of the world and the birthplace of salsa music, Puerto Rico has reason to celebrate.

IP Video Monitors, Protects Antwerp Traffic System

An integrated IP video CCTV system is providing monitoring for a traffic calming system in the Belgian city of Antwerp. The CCTV system monitors a series of automated bollards that regulate traffic on a number of the city’s streets, alerting the Antwerp Police to malfunctions, accidents and acts of vandalism.

Mexican Transport Firm Uses Unified Video, Access Control

DVTel Inc. recently announced that Transportes Aguila de Oro uses the DVTel intelligent Security Operations Center (iSOC) to provide unified video and access control at it offices and shipping terminals located in Monterey, Santa Rosa and Laredo.

Thai Government Uses eTokens For Secure Access To Budgeting System

Aladdin Knowledge Systems recently announced the Thailand government will deploy an initial order of 14,000 Aladdin eToken strong authentication devices throughout the country's numerous government departments.

IP Video Transforms Policing Of Italian Town

IP video has helped transform the local policing of a small town in Northern Italy. Sergnano has a population of just 3,000 and employs only two law enforcement officers to police the town.

Intrusion Detectors Protect Animals At United Kingdom Zoo

A combination of external detectors using shared technology from Optex Europe is playing an integral part in preventing the theft of precious and often valuable animals from a zoo in East Sussex in the United Kingdom.

IP Video Protects Edinburgh Castle In Scotland

IP video technology is providing CCTV surveillance for Edinburgh Castle, Scotland’s number one tourist attraction and part of Edinburgh's World Heritage site.

BMW Group Helps Improve Building Safety, Security With Bosch Smoke Detectors

Bosch Security Systems Inc., a full-line manufacturer of security solutions, recently announced the BMW Group, one of the world’s foremost carmakers, has installed more than 500 Bosch smoke detectors in its headquarters building in Munich.

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