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5th March 2025 Issue no. 743

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Squire inigma smart access control system awarded highest BSI Kitemark certification for Secure Digital Applications

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

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.
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Enforcer Post-Mount Bluetooth Proximity Reader

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

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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New 4G Communicator for robust next generation connectivity

HKC, a leading manufacturer of intruder alarm solutions across the UK and Ireland, has launched its new 4G-WiFi Dual Path Communicator, providing HKC’s alarm panels with an ultrafast connection to the SecureComm Cloud.
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Crime and Policing Bill

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

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

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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Secure Logiq named Finalist for Market Disruptor of the Year

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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Securing rail infrastructure: The role of advanced door systems in enhancing safety and efficiency

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

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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Expert training returns to Lockexpo 2025

Lockexpo has assembled an impressive lineup of industry heavyweights to deliver professional training sessions at this year's show, marking an exciting return of hands-on training to the UK's premier locksmith trade show.
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