Global Physical Security Market for LiDAR Sensors to Exceed US$6 Billion by 2030, Taking Physical Security for Critical Infrastructure to the Next Level
In its latest whitepaper, Quanergy 3D LiDAR Solutions Redefining the Physical Security of Critical Infrastructure, global technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts the worldwide physical security market for LiDAR sensors will surpass 3 million total installations by 2030, with water infrastructure leading the segment. The yearly revenue opportunity will exceed US$6 billion in 2030.
Introducing ALCEA: The Renewed Brand for Critical Infrastructure
Official re-launch of the ALCEA brand by ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions. ALCEA is committed to protecting vital infrastructure worldwide and will become the main brand offering critical infrastructure solutions. ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions is announcing that their critical infrastructure offering will adapt ALCEA as its main brand. French-based ALCEA SAS has roots in the security solutions industry dating back to 1995 and was acquired by ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions in 2022.
WhiteFox Awarded $1M Phase I of a Multi-Phase Drone Defense Contract to Fortify South Asia’s Critical Infrastructure
WhiteFox Defense Technologies recently secured a significant $1 million contract. This milestone agreement, marking the first phase of a comprehensive multi-phase project, is aimed at bolstering the safety and protection of vital infrastructure and lives in South Asia. Amidst the rising global concern over drone-related threats, this contract highlights WhiteFox’s unwavering dedication to deploying cutting-edge technology for ensuring worldwide airspace security and safety.
Attend FREE December 19th VSS Tech Talk: Protecting Critical Infrastructure With Layered Cyber-Physical Security Solutions
Virtual Security Showcase, the professional security industry’s first online multi-vendor educational Tradeshow experience established in 2020, has opened free registration for the next VSS Tech Talk. Protecting Critical Infrastructure with Layered Cyber-Physical Security Solutions, scheduled for December 19th from 2-3 PM EST. Attend this informative on-line event where a panel of cyber-physical security experts will discuss the latest technology innovations and trends being deployed globally to protect critical infrastructure.
ALCEA acquisition to complement ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions’ critical infrastructure offering
ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions announced that French-based ALCEA (SAS), whose acquisition was made known in August this year, will be merged into Global Solutions’ Critical Infrastructure business. ALCEA has a strong focus on access control and relevant vertical markets. The parties will present their combined offering at the Expoprotection trade show in Paris, 15–17 November. ALCEA’s has a turnover of approximately 20 million euros. The company is well established in the French-speaking market, in addition to France, also in South America.
Johnson Controls Acquires SES to Extend Access Control to Critical Infrastructure
ohnson Controls announced that it acquired Security Enhancement Systems LLC (SES), a provider of mobile-based, keyless access control solutions used in critical infrastructure, including telecommunication towers for major providers. SES integration of mobile, cloud and on-premise technology provides a complete solution for multi-site security. SES has pioneered highly optimized and versatile locking solutions for remote sites that include diverse security needs for perimeter control, equipment, shelters and other valuable assets for telecommunication, utilities, transportation and data centers.
Bayshore Networks and GE Digital Expand Partnership to Secure Industrial and Critical Infrastructure Networks
Bayshore Networks and GE Digital announced an expansion to their partnership to integrate their solutions to address the growing need to secure industrial and critical infrastructure networks. GE Digital’s OpShield technology will be integrated into Bayshore Networks’ advanced solutions providing sophisticated industrial cybersecurity and active prevention/protection for industrial equipment, including programmable logic controllers, human-machine interface, and engineering workstations.
What Value Can AI Create in Critical Infrastructure Protection?
Critical Infrastructure Protection refers to the responses that government or enterprises make to serious incidents covering agriculture, water supply, finance, transportation, emergency supplies and many other sectors which are essential to a country’s economy and stability. According to a recent report from Marketsandmarkets, the global CIP market is expected to grow from 110.41 billion USD in 2017 to 153.16 billion USD by 2022, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 6.8% during the period.
Echodyne Releases White Paper on Airspace Sensors for 3D Security of Critical Infrastructure
Echodyne announced the release of its “Protecting Critical Infrastructure From Drones” white paper. The white paper is being released in conjunction with the GSX 2019. The white paper offers an important look at the security risks facing today’s critical infrastructure and the limitations of current deployments in the face of increasing overflight from small unmanned aircraft systems.
ABLOY USA’s High Security Products at GSX Target Critical Infrastructure Concerns
As securing the nation’s critical infrastructure attracts more attention from federal and state governments, the need for high security locking solutions will continue to increase. ABLOY USA will be showcasing ABLOY PROTEC2 CLIQ™ Connect, an access control mobile app for large, geographically challenged organizations such as utilities and corporate enterprises. Along with CLIQ Connect, ABLOY USA will also feature the ABLOY® PROTEC2 Super Weather Proof padlock.
Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience North Americas
Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience North America (CIPRNA) will bring together leading stakeholders from industry, operators, agencies, and governments to debate and collaborate on securing America’s critical infrastructure, from cyber attacks, natural/mad-made disasters or terrorist threats. This event is open and free of charge for members of federal government, emergency management, emergency response, law enforcement, […]
ICS456: Essentials for NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection
The five-day ICS456: Essentials for NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection empowers students with knowledge of the what and the how of the version 5/6/7 standards.
Helix Armour Redundant Power Purpose-Built For Critical Infrastructure Protection And High Security Applications
LifeSafety Power™ brings critical resiliency, redundancy and networking capabilities with the release of Helix Armour™. Designed for seamless failover protection with automatic backup switchover of AC or DC circuitry to reduce the risk of system downtime or outage, Helix Armour sets a bold new standard in reliability and network power management for mission critical physical security and life safety applications.
A New Era In Area Sensing And Critical Infrastructure Security Solutions
Innovative laser scanning technology from OPTEX, can now be integrated with the Genetec™ Restricted Security Area (RSA) Surveillance module, to deliver a new era in security and detection in outdoor and indoor environments for airports and other critical infrastructure sites. Via the RSA Surveillance module, OPTEX’s award-winning REDSCAN laser sensors can now send real-time events and alarm data to the Genetec unified security platform, Security Center, alerting control room operators to any intrusion in the surveillance area.
Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Asia Conference (CIPRA) 2018
Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Asia 2018 announced great topics of discussion to inform and highlight the issues and challenges in todays climate of increased threats to critical national infrastructure.
IPSecurityCenter Selected To Protect European Critical Infrastructure
CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announced the selection of its IPSecurityCenter™ PSIM by Gasunie, the leading Dutch natural gas infrastructure and transportation company. IPSecurityCenter™ was chosen following a lengthy and detailed tender selection process throughout 2017, and will be delivered by CNL Software’s Dutch partner, Mactwin Security, as part of a 10-year contract.
Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience Americas
There are 16 critical infrastructure sectors whose assets, systems, and networks, whether physical or virtual, are considered so vital to the United States that their incapacitation or destruction would have a debilitating effect on security, national economic security, national public health or safety.
Essentials for NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection
The Essentials for NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection 5-day course empowers students with knowledge of the “what” and the “how” of the version 5/6 standards. The course addresses the role of FERC, NERC and the Regional Entities, provides multiple approaches for identifying and categorizing BES Cyber Systems and helps asset owners determine the requirements applicable to […]
5 Things C-Suite Executives Need To Understand About Protecting Critical Infrastructure
While the typical CEO, IT director, or plant manager feels quite confident that they have a security system that keep the foxes away from their IT coop, many have no idea that there is a viper coiled, ready to strike at their unprotected plant, grid, refinery, or other critical infrastructure where they deploy Operational Technology […]
Security Management Program Development: A Critical Infrastructure Model
This program provides protection planning information using practical, real life examples from the diverse and complex utilities, critical infrastructure protection domain. A broad array of security solutions with sound protection principles is applied culminating in a fully integrated, end-to-end security program that any industry can apply in part or in whole. Learn how utilities security […]