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Locks and Security News: your weekly locks and security industry newsletter
12th March 2025 Issue no. 744

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Secure Logiq named Finalist for Market Disruptor of the Year

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Secure Logiq has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious 2025 Security & Safety Entrepreneur Awards (SSEAs), competing for the Market Disruptor of the Year title.

Celebrating outstanding achievements within the industry, the SSEAs recognise entrepreneurs and businesses that drive technological advancements and set new benchmarks for security and safety solutions.
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Squire inigma smart access control system awarded highest BSI Kitemark certification for Secure Digital Applications

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Squire locks has accomplished a world first in achieving level 3 for Secure Digital Applications (SDA), the highest possible grade, which no other system or product has ever achieved. 
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Hanwha Vision brings object and attribute colour detection to Q series AI

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Hanwha Vision, a global leader in video surveillance and security solutions, has launched the Q series AI
5MP fixed cameras that utilise AI for object and attribute colour detection, enhancing forensic search and event responses. There are six models available in the range including dome, vandal dome and bullet forms, all with enhanced durability and next-level cybersecurity. 
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Enforcer Post-Mount Bluetooth Proximity Reader

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SECO-LARM, a leading innovator in security solutions, is proud to unveil the Enforcer Post-Mount Bluetooth Proximity Reader, designed to streamline and enhance access control for gates, vehicle barriers, and other secure entry points.
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Evolution in Mechanical Digital Access Control adds management versatility for additional control

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Codelocks is taking mechanical digital access control to the next level with the release of its new CL500KEY Mechanical Lock. The powerful addition to the CL500 Mechanical Lock Range incorporates a tougher and ergonomically superior handle assembly, featuring greater durability for heavy-duty use in high-traffic areas, as well as a practical key override.
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This Week's News

New Surface Latch from Codelocks

* Surface-latch.jpgCodelocks is expanding its Gate Solutions by Codelocks range with the introduction of the new Codelocks’ Surface Latch. This highly versatile self-locking, surface mount latch is designed for effortless installation on light-duty gates where traditional mortice latches are not an option. 

Jo Milne-Rowe, Managing Director at Codelocks said: “Protecting perimeters and outdoor areas is becoming a pressing concern for householders and businesses. In Codelocks’ new Surface Latch, we have developed a simple-to-install, self-locking system that provides reliable access control for external gates with low to medium traffic. These are gates that don’t require heavier access control solutions. Typical uses include side gates into shared residential gardens or utility
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CLD showcases perimeter security solutions for utilities sector at BRE Attack Testing Day

* CLD-attack-test.jpegCLD Physical Security Systems (CLD), a leading provider of perimeter security solutions, recently hosted a BRE Attack Testing Day, showcasing the strength and durability of its systems under extreme testing conditions to key figures from the utilities industry. 

BRE is a globally recognised authority that specialises in testing, certifying and assessing the performance and safety of building products and systems. Through its comprehensive certification programmes, BRE helps manufacturers, designers and building professionals understand the effectiveness of their products.
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7 urgent OT security challenges every business must address

cyber-protection.jpgCyber threats are evolving fast, and businesses operating in industrial and operational technology (OT) environments are not immune. Neglecting these security challenges can result in substantial financial losses. 

Recent data from insurance broker Howden indicates that UK businesses lost approximately £44 billion* over the past five years due to cyber-attacks, with emails and data theft being the most common causes. 
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Crime and Policing Bill

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Jason Towse, Managing Director, Business Services at Mitie commented on the Crime and Policing Bill’s clampdown on retail crime: 

“Those in the industry know that retail crime is never victimless, with a shocking rise in organised crime, prolific offending and assaults on retail workers involving weapons."
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Codelocks key appointment to strengthen UK sales expansion

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Codelocks has appointed Nayem Momin as its new Area Sales Manager for the South of England. Nayem has over six years’ experience in and sales, including three years in the door hardware sector.  
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NHS hospital transforms security with i-PRO Edge-processing camera system

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i-PRO,(formerly Panasonic Security), a leading global manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, has announced that a leading teaching hospital in Northeast England, has enhanced its security infrastructure with i-PRO X-Series cameras integrated with Milestone’s XProtect Video Management Software (VMS).  
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Securing rail infrastructure: The role of advanced door systems in enhancing safety and efficiency

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Brian Sofley, Managing Director of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, discusses the importance of securing rail environments with the correct door systems in order to ensure smooth operations and protect passengers and staff:
 
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Security Skills Board reveals suite of initiatives to upskill the industry

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The Security Skills Board, a committee of senior security industry leaders, brought together over 60 industry professionals at The Shard to present the next steps in their mission to support skills development and ambitions for security to be a profession of choice.
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