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\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Mayorkas added that the department will be partnering with the Girl Scouts to offer cybersecurity internships, building on the organisation\u2019s work teaching girls cybersecurity skills and awarding badges for achievements in the field. Mayorkas also mentioned that the federal government can neither stop cyberattacks, nor help achieve the nation\u2019s cyber resilience, which refers to being able to withstand an attack and continue functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The six areas addressed included: fighting against ransomware, improving the resiliency of industrial control systems that undergird water and sewage treatment facilities to withstand a cyberattack, protecting data that underlies transportation and pipeline systems, safeguarding election security, building international partnerships on cybersecurity on cybersecurity and finding ways to fill open cybersecurity positions in the federal government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas added that the department will be partnering with the Girl Scouts to offer cybersecurity internships, building on the organisation\u2019s work teaching girls cybersecurity skills and awarding badges for achievements in the field. Mayorkas also mentioned that the federal government can neither stop cyberattacks, nor help achieve the nation\u2019s cyber resilience, which refers to being able to withstand an attack and continue functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Mayorkas said the department is launching a series of so-called 60-day springs. \u201cEach is focussed on the most important and most urgent priorities needed to achieve our goals. we will focus on four medium-term priorities that will receive my sustained attention over the longer term,\u201d Mayorkas said, speaking remotely at the annual RSA Conference of information security experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The six areas addressed included: fighting against ransomware, improving the resiliency of industrial control systems that undergird water and sewage treatment facilities to withstand a cyberattack, protecting data that underlies transportation and pipeline systems, safeguarding election security, building international partnerships on cybersecurity on cybersecurity and finding ways to fill open cybersecurity positions in the federal government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas added that the department will be partnering with the Girl Scouts to offer cybersecurity internships, building on the organisation\u2019s work teaching girls cybersecurity skills and awarding badges for achievements in the field. Mayorkas also mentioned that the federal government can neither stop cyberattacks, nor help achieve the nation\u2019s cyber resilience, which refers to being able to withstand an attack and continue functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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On 31st<\/sup> March, Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, outlined several steps the department and its Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency would undertake in the next 60 days to address gaps in cybersecurity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas said the department is launching a series of so-called 60-day springs. \u201cEach is focussed on the most important and most urgent priorities needed to achieve our goals. we will focus on four medium-term priorities that will receive my sustained attention over the longer term,\u201d Mayorkas said, speaking remotely at the annual RSA Conference of information security experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The six areas addressed included: fighting against ransomware, improving the resiliency of industrial control systems that undergird water and sewage treatment facilities to withstand a cyberattack, protecting data that underlies transportation and pipeline systems, safeguarding election security, building international partnerships on cybersecurity on cybersecurity and finding ways to fill open cybersecurity positions in the federal government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas added that the department will be partnering with the Girl Scouts to offer cybersecurity internships, building on the organisation\u2019s work teaching girls cybersecurity skills and awarding badges for achievements in the field. Mayorkas also mentioned that the federal government can neither stop cyberattacks, nor help achieve the nation\u2019s cyber resilience, which refers to being able to withstand an attack and continue functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Read the full report\u00a0Ministry of Defence Climate Change and Sustainability Strategic Approach<\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ministry of Defence outlines sustainable roadmap for greener future","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"ministry-of-defence-outlines-sustainable-roadmap-for-greener-future","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 13:34:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 12:34:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5522","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5525,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-04-01 14:15:28","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-01 13:15:28","post_content":"Dave Wilkinson of the BSIA and Pauline Norstrom from Anekanta Consulting talk about the BSIA's new guide for the ethical use of Automated Facial Recognition.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pUsZtgWEypE","post_title":"Bitesize | New Ethics Guide for Automated Facial Recognition, with BSIA and Anekanta Consulting","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-new-ethics-guide-for-automated-facial-recognition-with-bsia-and-anekanta-consulting","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:33:21","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:33:21","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5525","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5500,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-04-01 11:03:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:03:59","post_content":"\n

On 31st<\/sup> March, Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, outlined several steps the department and its Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency would undertake in the next 60 days to address gaps in cybersecurity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas said the department is launching a series of so-called 60-day springs. \u201cEach is focussed on the most important and most urgent priorities needed to achieve our goals. we will focus on four medium-term priorities that will receive my sustained attention over the longer term,\u201d Mayorkas said, speaking remotely at the annual RSA Conference of information security experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The six areas addressed included: fighting against ransomware, improving the resiliency of industrial control systems that undergird water and sewage treatment facilities to withstand a cyberattack, protecting data that underlies transportation and pipeline systems, safeguarding election security, building international partnerships on cybersecurity on cybersecurity and finding ways to fill open cybersecurity positions in the federal government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas added that the department will be partnering with the Girl Scouts to offer cybersecurity internships, building on the organisation\u2019s work teaching girls cybersecurity skills and awarding badges for achievements in the field. Mayorkas also mentioned that the federal government can neither stop cyberattacks, nor help achieve the nation\u2019s cyber resilience, which refers to being able to withstand an attack and continue functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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Nugee added: \"The Integrated Review and the Defence Command Paper recognise the threat climate change poses to global security and defence. This new approach is reflective of that and will ensure green initiatives and sustainable considerations are embedded in all decision making areas across defence.\" <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the full report\u00a0Ministry of Defence Climate Change and Sustainability Strategic Approach<\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ministry of Defence outlines sustainable roadmap for greener future","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"ministry-of-defence-outlines-sustainable-roadmap-for-greener-future","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 13:34:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 12:34:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5522","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5525,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-04-01 14:15:28","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-01 13:15:28","post_content":"Dave Wilkinson of the BSIA and Pauline Norstrom from Anekanta Consulting talk about the BSIA's new guide for the ethical use of Automated Facial Recognition.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pUsZtgWEypE","post_title":"Bitesize | New Ethics Guide for Automated Facial Recognition, with BSIA and Anekanta Consulting","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-new-ethics-guide-for-automated-facial-recognition-with-bsia-and-anekanta-consulting","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:33:21","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:33:21","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5525","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5500,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-04-01 11:03:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:03:59","post_content":"\n

On 31st<\/sup> March, Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, outlined several steps the department and its Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency would undertake in the next 60 days to address gaps in cybersecurity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas said the department is launching a series of so-called 60-day springs. \u201cEach is focussed on the most important and most urgent priorities needed to achieve our goals. we will focus on four medium-term priorities that will receive my sustained attention over the longer term,\u201d Mayorkas said, speaking remotely at the annual RSA Conference of information security experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The six areas addressed included: fighting against ransomware, improving the resiliency of industrial control systems that undergird water and sewage treatment facilities to withstand a cyberattack, protecting data that underlies transportation and pipeline systems, safeguarding election security, building international partnerships on cybersecurity on cybersecurity and finding ways to fill open cybersecurity positions in the federal government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas added that the department will be partnering with the Girl Scouts to offer cybersecurity internships, building on the organisation\u2019s work teaching girls cybersecurity skills and awarding badges for achievements in the field. Mayorkas also mentioned that the federal government can neither stop cyberattacks, nor help achieve the nation\u2019s cyber resilience, which refers to being able to withstand an attack and continue functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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\"The threat posed by climate change is one that affects us all and for defence, it will deeply impact the tasks our Armed Forces are called upon to undertake,\" said Defence Minister, Jeremy Quin. \"As a global military leader, we must evolve and set an example on how to protect peace and stability while embracing sustainability and reducing our carbon emissions.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nugee added: \"The Integrated Review and the Defence Command Paper recognise the threat climate change poses to global security and defence. This new approach is reflective of that and will ensure green initiatives and sustainable considerations are embedded in all decision making areas across defence.\" <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the full report\u00a0Ministry of Defence Climate Change and Sustainability Strategic Approach<\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ministry of Defence outlines sustainable roadmap for greener future","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"ministry-of-defence-outlines-sustainable-roadmap-for-greener-future","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 13:34:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 12:34:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5522","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5525,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-04-01 14:15:28","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-01 13:15:28","post_content":"Dave Wilkinson of the BSIA and Pauline Norstrom from Anekanta Consulting talk about the BSIA's new guide for the ethical use of Automated Facial Recognition.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pUsZtgWEypE","post_title":"Bitesize | New Ethics Guide for Automated Facial Recognition, with BSIA and Anekanta Consulting","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-new-ethics-guide-for-automated-facial-recognition-with-bsia-and-anekanta-consulting","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:33:21","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:33:21","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5525","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5500,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-04-01 11:03:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:03:59","post_content":"\n

On 31st<\/sup> March, Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, outlined several steps the department and its Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency would undertake in the next 60 days to address gaps in cybersecurity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas said the department is launching a series of so-called 60-day springs. \u201cEach is focussed on the most important and most urgent priorities needed to achieve our goals. we will focus on four medium-term priorities that will receive my sustained attention over the longer term,\u201d Mayorkas said, speaking remotely at the annual RSA Conference of information security experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The six areas addressed included: fighting against ransomware, improving the resiliency of industrial control systems that undergird water and sewage treatment facilities to withstand a cyberattack, protecting data that underlies transportation and pipeline systems, safeguarding election security, building international partnerships on cybersecurity on cybersecurity and finding ways to fill open cybersecurity positions in the federal government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas added that the department will be partnering with the Girl Scouts to offer cybersecurity internships, building on the organisation\u2019s work teaching girls cybersecurity skills and awarding badges for achievements in the field. Mayorkas also mentioned that the federal government can neither stop cyberattacks, nor help achieve the nation\u2019s cyber resilience, which refers to being able to withstand an attack and continue functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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The approach also outlines defence's vision for defence's vision for deployed military technologies being fit for the future, including increased use of material recycle for fuel and components, advancing maintenance methods to reduce waste and footprint and the continued rollout of the electric vehicle fleet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The threat posed by climate change is one that affects us all and for defence, it will deeply impact the tasks our Armed Forces are called upon to undertake,\" said Defence Minister, Jeremy Quin. \"As a global military leader, we must evolve and set an example on how to protect peace and stability while embracing sustainability and reducing our carbon emissions.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nugee added: \"The Integrated Review and the Defence Command Paper recognise the threat climate change poses to global security and defence. This new approach is reflective of that and will ensure green initiatives and sustainable considerations are embedded in all decision making areas across defence.\" <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the full report\u00a0Ministry of Defence Climate Change and Sustainability Strategic Approach<\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ministry of Defence outlines sustainable roadmap for greener future","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"ministry-of-defence-outlines-sustainable-roadmap-for-greener-future","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 13:34:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 12:34:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5522","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5525,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-04-01 14:15:28","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-01 13:15:28","post_content":"Dave Wilkinson of the BSIA and Pauline Norstrom from Anekanta Consulting talk about the BSIA's new guide for the ethical use of Automated Facial Recognition.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pUsZtgWEypE","post_title":"Bitesize | New Ethics Guide for Automated Facial Recognition, with BSIA and Anekanta Consulting","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-new-ethics-guide-for-automated-facial-recognition-with-bsia-and-anekanta-consulting","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:33:21","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:33:21","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5525","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5500,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-04-01 11:03:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:03:59","post_content":"\n

On 31st<\/sup> March, Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, outlined several steps the department and its Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency would undertake in the next 60 days to address gaps in cybersecurity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas said the department is launching a series of so-called 60-day springs. \u201cEach is focussed on the most important and most urgent priorities needed to achieve our goals. we will focus on four medium-term priorities that will receive my sustained attention over the longer term,\u201d Mayorkas said, speaking remotely at the annual RSA Conference of information security experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The six areas addressed included: fighting against ransomware, improving the resiliency of industrial control systems that undergird water and sewage treatment facilities to withstand a cyberattack, protecting data that underlies transportation and pipeline systems, safeguarding election security, building international partnerships on cybersecurity on cybersecurity and finding ways to fill open cybersecurity positions in the federal government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mayorkas added that the department will be partnering with the Girl Scouts to offer cybersecurity internships, building on the organisation\u2019s work teaching girls cybersecurity skills and awarding badges for achievements in the field. Mayorkas also mentioned that the federal government can neither stop cyberattacks, nor help achieve the nation\u2019s cyber resilience, which refers to being able to withstand an attack and continue functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of the SolarWinds attack carried out by Russian intelligence agencies, Mayorkas said government agencies that got hacked were unaware of the attack until the security research firm FireEye disclosed it. The hack \u201cunderscores the need for the federal government to modernize cybersecurity defenses and deepen our partnerships\u201d with private companies, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Joe Biden is preparing an executive order that will include a \u201cdozen actions\u201d intended to \u201cadvance the federal government\u2019s ability to prevent and respond to cyber incidents,\u201d Mayorkas said. \u201cThe U.S. government will improve in the areas of detection, information sharing, modernizing federal cybersecurity, federal procurement and federal incident response,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Biden administration intends to appoint a national cyber director, who would be confirmed by the Senate, Mayorkas said. It\u2019s one of several recommendations made by the bipartisan Cyberspace Solarium Commission in March 2020. Mayorkas said CISA was expanding its partnership with state officials by placing coordinators in state capitals who would act as liaisons between federal and state governments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency is also working on a proposal to create a \u201ccyber response and recovery fund that will further augment CISA\u2019s ability to provide assistance to state, local, tribal and territorial governments,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Secretary Mayorkas addresses US cybersecurity resilience","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"secretary-mayorkas-addresses-us-cybersecurity-resilience","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-04-01 11:04:05","post_modified_gmt":"2021-04-01 10:04:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5500","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5421,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:09","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Department for International Trade is highlighting the country\u2019s capabilities for large-scale event security with a new brochure. Major Event Security: An introduction to UK capability<\/em> is the first in a series of promotional literature that highlights the UK security sector\u2019s strengths to international buyers.\n\nThe document explains how industry can help to ensure safety at events including sporting fixtures, concerts and large-scale conferences. It takes a holistic approach, covering capabilities such as screening and detection, command and control systems and physical security considerations, and includes case studies that highlight products and services from the UK\u2019s security sector that can meet these needs. \n\nIt also contains summaries from respected industry figures on how the UK\u2019s experience has placed it in a world-leading position, and what steps organisations need to put in place in order to run their events safely. These have been provided by consultant Colin Morgan CSyP, latterly head of Security at Lords Cricket Ground and former head of the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Public Order Branch, and by Chief Constable of the British Transport Police Lucy D\u2019Orsi, previously the Metropolitan Police\u2019s Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of the Protection Command. \n\n\u201cWe have been working very closely with our industry partners and across Government to produce a joint view of what UK companies can bring to the table, not just in terms of hard equipment but also our world-class services and training,\u201d said Mark Goldsack, Director of UK Defence & Security Exports. \u201cThis brochure, and the ones that follow, represents a compelling offer for our overseas customers, whether we\u2019re talking to a foreign government or to private enterprise.\u201d \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure is the latest in a series of activities to support the industry, as set out in the Security Export Strategy launched by Secretary of State Rt Hon Liz Truss MP in late 2019. It will be followed by two brochures on border security and supporting first responders, with further material on areas including the protection of commercial, residential and critical national infrastructure and transport systems following. \n\nThe Major Events Security brochure can be accessed online here<\/a>.\n\nwww.trade.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK highlights its capability in providing security for large events","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-highlights-its-capability-in-providing-security-for-large-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 15:49:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5421","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5415,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:09:24","post_content":"\n

In support of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program, the United States Department of Defense has awarded two contracts to Northrop Grumman Systems Crop. and Lockheed Martin Corp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract award is structured to carry two designs into the technology development and risk reduction phase of the acquisition program to reduce technical and schedule risk. The award also ensures NGI is an efficient and effective part of an integrated missile Defense System (MDS) solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Missile Defense Agency awards, hosted on 23rd<\/sup> March 2021, supported the department\u2019s goal of increased competition by funding two designs and remained flexible to align with evolving Defense Department strategies and priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cToday\u2019s awards are an important step into modernising our Missile Defense System,\u201d said Stacy Cummings, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. \u201cNGI plays an important role in our homeland defense, and our acquisiton strategy is ensuring the department maximizes innovation to keep pace with rapidly advancing threats.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNGI is the result of the first holistic technical assessment of homeland defenses the department has conducted since initial system operations began in 2004,\u201d added Vice Adm. Jon Hill, Director, Missile Defense Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy planning to carry two vendors through technology development, MDA will maximise the benefits of competition to deliver the most effective and reliable homeland defense missile to the warfighter as soon as possible. Once fielded, this new homeland defense interceptor will be capable of defeating expected threat advances into the 2030s and beyond.\u201d   <\/p>\n","post_title":"Department of Defense awards two NGI Program contracts","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"department-of-defense-awards-two-ngi-program-contracts","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-24 12:10:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5415","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5395,"post_author":"48","post_date":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-23 12:08:08","post_content":"\n

Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace has recently announced the 2030 outlines for the UK Armed Forces. Outlined in his statement, the UK Armed Forces are set to become a more threat-focussed integrated force; ensuring the military is prepared for new and emerging challenges with a continued shift in thinking across land, sea, air, space and cyber domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis Defence Command Paper ensures our armed forces are threat-focused, modernised and financially sustainable,\u201d Wallace explained. \u201cOur military will be ready to confront future challenges, seize new opportunities for Global Britain and lay the foundations of a more secure and prosperous Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will continue to work with allied partners to address future global security threats whilst also enhancing critical outputs in the battlespace domains.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four years, Defence will reportedly spend over \u00a385 billion on equipment for the armed forces which will, in turn, support 400,000 jobs across all four nations of the UK. In addition, the British Army will receive an additional \u00a33 billion on new vehicles, long-range rocket systems, air defences drones, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace continued: \u201cOur people and their expertise are at the heart of what we do and further investments into training, welfare and support facilities will be reflective of this and ensure our armed forces are well equipped to face tomorrow\u2019s threats today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A further investment of \u00a3120 million will create new Ranger Regiments with four battalions forming the Regiment that will support Special Forces in collective deterrence activity: ranging from training to accompanying personnel on the ground. In addition, the Army will introduce a new Warfighting Experimentation Battlegroup - designed to fight prototype warfare whilst also focussing on hybrid and conventional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Defence Secretary also added that a new Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship will be commissioned to protect the integrity of the UK\u2019s Maritime Zones and undersea Critical National Infrastructure - aiming to come into service by 2024. In addition, new automated mine hunting systems will replace the Sandown and Hunt classes while further investments will be commissioned to improve the availability of the submarine fleet and start development of the next generation of subsea systems for the 2040\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Marines will also benefit from a \u00a3200-million investment over the next ten years to form the Future Command Force, a Commando force that is persistently forward deployed conducting specialist maritime security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recognition of the Royal Air Force\u2019s deploying of the F35, the world\u2019s most capable combat aircraft, Defence will henceforth commit to growing the fleet beyond 48 aircraft. In addition, counter terrorism operations (which are currently supported by nine Reaper RPAS drones) will be replaced by Protectors by 2024. These new platforms will reportedly provide the enhanced strategic ISR and strike capabilities that are vital across all the forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an injection of over \u00a32 billion in the Future Combat Air System, UK air capabilities will ultimately be able to deliver a pioneering mix of crewed, un-crewed and autonomous platforms, including swarming drones and the ultra-modern Tempest fighter jet. This programme has already created over 1,800 highly skilled jobs in over 300 companies across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter stated: \u201cFor the first time that I can remember we have an alignment of the ends, ways and means to modernise and transform the posture of our nation\u2019s armed forces to meet the threats of a more uncertain and dangerous world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe ends were set out by the Prime Minister with the publication of the Integrated Review last week, the ways were confirmed by our new Integrated Operating Concept, which was published in September, and finally the means, which were confirmed last year when Defence was given a significant multi-year settlement of \u00a324-billion. This gives us the certainty to plan for the long term and deliver the Integrated Force Structure for 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Defence has said it will prioritise more than \u00a36.6 billion to be invested into research and development projects, helping to provide a strategic advantage that will lead to cutting-edge equipment capabilities. Over the next four years, \u00a360 million will be invested to develop a programme based on novel weapons, artificial intelligence, synthetic\/digital systems and space-based capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defence will also be investing \u00a35 billion over the next decade in the Skynet 6 satellite communication programme, accompanied by \u00a31.4 billion to be allocated to the new Space Command, National Space Operations Centre, Space Academy and a UK-built Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance satellite constellation. Space Command will officially launch on 1 April 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, Strategic Command will invest \u00a31.5 billion over the next decade to build and sustain a \u2018digital backbone\u2019 to share and exploit vast amounts of data, through the cloud, and across secure networks that are resilient to cyber-attacks from state, proxy and terrorist adversaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UK will also enhance its global outlook with an investment in overseas training and will add to its Defence Attach\u00e9 network which supports integration with allies and overseas partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallace further explained: \u201cThe success of this Defence Command Paper should not be judged on the sophistication of its words, but the implementation of its reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, ultimately, on the delivery of its capabilities into the hands of the men and women of our armed forces. It is they who keep us safe and will continue to do so in the years ahead. It is to them, their families, and all those across defence that we owe it to make this policy into reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He concluded: \u201cThe work to do so has only just begun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/p>\n","post_title":"Defence Secretary summarises 2030 objectives for armed forces","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"defence-secretary-summarises-2030-objectives-for-armed-forces","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-23 13:42:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5395","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5349,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:33","post_content":"The US Department of Defense has announced that its multi-year Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM) Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) project has moved three primary technologies to programmes of record or development projects. The LCCM JCTD was created to advance a decentralised autonomy module for low-cost, conventional, collaborative cruise missiles. The integrated management team has developed a new air vehicle and launcher, an autonomy software module and a jam-resistant datalink.\n\nThe air vehicle, the Coyote Block III, was improved and the launcher was developed with Raytheon Missiles & Defense; the autonomy software module with the Georgia Tech Research Institute; and the datalink with L-3 Harris.\n\n\u201cThis successful transition shows the great value of the JCTD programme,\u201d said Jon Lazar, acting director of prototypes and experiments. \u201cBy working closely with our industry partners and combatant command operators, we delivered needed capabilities that will enhance the warfighter\u2019s ability to accomplish their missions.\u201d\n\nThe Coyote Block III air vehicle is the baseline for numerous follow-on activities and programmes within the US Navy, Air Force and Army. The autonomy module transitioned to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Vanguard Programme, Golden Horde, and will transition to the Marine Corps Long-Range Unmanned Surface Vehicle Programme of Record and Mitre\u2019s Simulation Experiments along with several Air Force and Navy spiral development programmes. The jam-resistant datalink also transitioned to the Golden Horde programme, along with several spiral development programmes.\n\nThe JCTD office provided project oversight, and Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL\/RW) provided technical management and overall technology integration. Flight tests and operational demonstrations were flown in 2018 and 2019 at the Yuma Test Proving Grounds, Arizona. In the final operational demonstration in 2020, multiple cruise missiles were pneumatically launched in a matter of minutes. The swarm of LCCM vehicles then dynamically reacted to a prioritised threat environment while conducting collaborative target identification and allocation along with synchronised attacks. The LCCM project also enabled significant improvement in understanding the relationship between communications and autonomy in collaborative vehicles.\n\nwww.cto.mil<\/a>","post_title":"US Department of Defense announces cruise missile development projects","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-department-of-defense-announces-cruise-missile-development-projects","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 13:56:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5349","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5341,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:43","post_content":"The UK is set to invest an extra \u00a324 billion in defence and spend \u00a3210 billion on equipment programmes over the next decade. The figures were announced as part of the country\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy.\n\nThe Integrated Review has also seen the creation of a Counter-Terrorism Operations Centre, the establishment of a cross-government Situation Centre in the Cabinet Office and a move for the National Cyber Force to the cyber corridor in the North West of England.\n\n\u201cThe Integrated Review is modernising Defence to counter future threats and promote our interests and values in a more competitive age,\u201d said UK Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace. \u201cThe Defence Paper will detail the new ways of operating and modern capabilities required to deliver on this vision and support our partners and allies around the world.\u201d\n\nDefence will also benefit from the UK government\u2019s \u00a314.6 billion investment into research and development and science and technology, using it to influence new designs and capabilities for vital equipment. The Department will spend at least \u00a36.6 billion on research and development over the next four years.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK sets out its future defence plans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-sets-out-its-future-defence-plans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-17 11:31:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5320,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:45","post_content":"The UK has doubled the budget for its Safer Streets fund to \u00a345 million. The fund is used by local authorities across the UK to improve neighbourhoods with enhanced lighting and CCTV coverage. The decision comes in response to the outpouring of experiences and concerns following the death of Sarah Everard.\n\nThe announcement came following a meeting of the UK\u2019s Criminal Justice Taskforce. The increased fund is expected to be used to improve lighting and CCTV coverage in areas such as parks and alleyways as well as routes from bars, restaurants and nightclubs.\n\n\u201cThe horrific case of Sarah Everard has unleashed a wave of feeling about women not feeling safe at night,\u201d said UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. \u201cWe must do everything we can to ensure our streets are safe, and we are bringing in landmark legislation to toughen sentences and put more police on the streets. We are also now taking further steps to provide greater reassurance, such as providing better lighting and greater use of CCTV in parks and routes women may take on their walks home. Ultimately, we must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK doubles Safer Streets fund budget","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-doubles-safer-streets-fund-budget","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:26:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5320","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5303,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:33:58","post_content":"The UK\u2019s Integrated Review of security, defence, development and foreign policy is to be published this week. The review will set out the importance of cyber technology to the UK\u2019s way of life \u2013 whether it\u2019s defeating its enemies on the battlefield, making the internet a safer place or developing cutting-edge tech to improve people\u2019s lives.\n\nCyber security is the foundation of the country\u2019s cyber power and the UK government claims the country has been at the cutting edge of the use of intelligence to disrupt threats online and defend against attacks. The UK government established its National Cyber Security Centre in 2016 to help critical organisations, businesses and the general public protect themselves.\n\nThe Integrated Review will announce a new cyber strategy to create a cyber ecosystem fit for the future, with more investment in education, partnerships with industry and integration across our defence and intelligence services.\n\n\u201cCyber power is revolutionising the way we live our lives and fight our wars, just as air power did 100 years ago,\u201d said UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. \u201cWe need to build up our cyber capability so we can grasp the opportunities it presents while ensuring those who seek to use its powers to attack us and our way of life are thwarted at every turn. Our new, full-spectrum approach to cyber will transform our ability to protect our people, promote our interests around the world and make the lives of British people better every day.\u201d\n\nThe UK Prime Minister will announce that the home of the new National Cyber Force and the nexus of this strategy will be in the North of England, establishing a \u2018cyber corridor\u2019 across the region. The UK government believes that opening the HQ of the NCF in the North of England will drive growth in the tech, digital and defence sectors outside of London and help create new partnerships between government, the sector and universities in the region, placing it in the international centre of cutting-edge developments to keep our people safe.\n\nDefence currently sustains more than 35,000 jobs in the North West of England alone. Digital and cyber jobs will build on the region\u2019s history of being on the cutting edge of defence technology \u2013 10,000 people are employed in maritime design in Barrow and 12,000 people work in advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing at Samlesbury Aerospace Enterprise Zone, where the UK is producing the fifth generation F-35 stealth aircraft. The North of England is already home to a GCHQ office in Manchester, which is Europe\u2019s fastest growing major tech cluster, with more than 15% of Manchester\u2019s population employed by the digital, creative and technology sector.\n\nThe National Cyber Force was created last year to transform the UK\u2019s capacity to conduct targeted offensive cyber operations against terrorists, hostile states and criminal gangs. It draws together personnel from both defence and the intelligence agencies under one unified command for the first time.\n\nThe NCF will be able to carry out operations including interfering with a mobile phone to prevent a terrorist being able to communicate with their contacts; helping to prevent cyberspace from being used as a global platform for serious crimes, including the sexual abuse of children; and keeping UK military aircraft safe from targeting by weapons systems.\n\nRecognising the importance of cyber to defence, in addition to the NCF last year the MoD created the 13th Signals Regiment, the first dedicated cyber regiment, and expanded the Defence Cyber School. These enhanced cyber capabilities bolster our defence and will play a vital part in operations including HMS Queen Elizabeth\u2019s first global deployment this year. MoD cyber experts comprise almost half of the NCF\u2019s cyber operators.\n\nIn addition to national security and defence applications, cyber technology can also be used to improve people\u2019s lives through smart technology and helping people use the internet safely. In the last year, GCHQ has partnered with tech start-ups to help them develop and use AI to help train companies ensure more space for passengers during the Covid pandemic, alert haulage companies to stowaways in their containers and prevent the spread of misinformation online.\n\nThe Government states that its new cyber strategy will support companies developing dual-use and consumer technology to ensure the UK is a cyber power in every sense. It will also be critical to its ambition to establish the UK as a global services, digital and data hub.\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Policy review puts cyber at the centre of the UK\u2019s security","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"policy-review-puts-cyber-at-the-centre-of-the-uks-security","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-15 09:34:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5303","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5252,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 18:16:54","post_content":"HID Global has deployed the government of Libya\u2019s first diplomatic and special ePassport programme. HID provided Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) with HID Integrale, a secure end-to-end solution that expedites the application and issuance processes and manages the entire ePassport lifecycle.\n\nFor improved security, the redesigned and modernised booklets include a durable polycarbonate datapage and are personalised using new laser engraving and chip encryption equipment. HID Global designed, engineered and delivered the identity solution to the Libyan government in four months, even amid travel restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased that our collaboration with HID Global has yielded a robust and complete ePassport system that we have seamlessly integrated with our existing processes,\u201d said Mohamed Elkoni from Libya\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. \u201cHID\u2019s identity document expertise, the delivery of the solution in record time against the current restrictive backdrop, and ongoing technical support has greatly simplified the implementation of our new systems.\u201d\n\nTo ensure compliance with ICAO standards, HID Integrale\u2019s public key infrastructure (PKI) service creates and manages Libya\u2019s Country Signing Certification Authority (CSCA) keys and certificates to sign personalised eDocuments and enable verification. By implementing the PKI service, Libya can connect with the ICAO Public Key Directory, which enables the global use of the new ePassports and the potential for future security enhancements, such as biometrics. In addition, the solution\u2019s web-based platform makes it possible for HID engineers to train the ministry\u2019s staff as part of HID Integrale\u2019s customer support package.\n\n\u201cA successful migration to an ePassport system requires a solution that enhances each touchpoint of the user experience, from application to travel,\u201d said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen ID Solutions with HID Global. \u201cBy opting for HID\u2019s Integrale software suite, the Libyan government has created a solid and future-proof foundation to issue diplomatic and special ePassports.\u201d\n\nwww.hidglobal.com<\/a>","post_title":"HID Global launches Libya\u2019s first ePassport programmme","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"hid-global-launches-libyas-first-epassport-programmme","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:57:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5252","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5241,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 12:24:44","post_content":"Fraser Sampson has been named as the UK\u2019s new independent Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. The new role replaces the two part time posts of the Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner. Fraser Sampson, who took up his post on 1 March, will promote compliance with the Surveillance Camera Code and rules on police use of DNA and fingerprints.\n\nThe Biometrics Commissioner and Surveillance Camera Commissioner roles were established by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 which introduced the regime to govern the retention and use by the police of DNA samples, profiles and fingerprints, and to promote appropriate overt use of surveillance camera systems by relevant authorities in England and Wales.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m delighted to have been appointed to cover these two distinct but increasingly overlapping roles,\u201d added Sampson. \u201cI look forward to working with all partners in what is a fast-moving and challenging area of balancing the public interest considerations with the rights of individuals.\u201d\n\nSampson is an Honorary Professor and Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales. Between 2016 and 2019, he was Chief Executive of the Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner in North Yorkshire. Between 2006 and 2019, he was the Chief Executive and General Counsel for the Police & Crime Commissioner in West Yorkshire and the Executive Director of the Civil Nuclear Police Authority. He was also a police officer for West Yorkshire Police and the British Transport Police, between 1982 and 1996.\n\n\u201cI am pleased to appoint Fraser Sampson as the new Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cIt is vital the government works to empower police to use technology to keep the public safe while maintaining their trust and Fraser Sampson\u2019s extensive experience in law and policing makes him the right person to take up this role.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK appoints Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-appoints-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-16 09:05:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5241","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5235,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:32:10","post_content":"To mark this year's #BritishScienceWeek and its theme of 'Innovating for the future', Dstl is putting the spotlight on some of the innovations that it is working on.\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G4Mlauq4OFk","post_title":"Dstl highlights innovation for British Science Week 2021","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"dstl-highlights-innovation-for-british-science-week-2021","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-07-11 20:39:18","post_modified_gmt":"2022-07-11 19:39:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5235","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5197,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:26","post_content":"A new photonics spin-out company that provides novel laser detection and protection products for military users has been awarded funding from the UK government. Using research undertaken by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), Sentinel Photonics offers a range of laser detection and protection products that reportedly offer protection from laser-based threats for dismounted soldiers.\n\nAccording to the manufacturer, the technology detects and analyses invisible lasers used ahead of weapon systems to provide advance warning of attacks. Over time a bank of laser \u2018signatures\u2019 will be created that will identify and distinguish individual threat systems, enabling dismounted troops to take appropriate protective measures. This capability has attracted the attention of the UK Government and has resulted in two successful applications for development contract funding from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).\n\n\u201cI would like to thank DASA for their support,\u201d said Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Executive Officer. \u201cThese two grants, totalling \u00a3232,000, will help Sentinel accelerate its product development programme and will see demonstrator products in the hands of our end users by the end of the year. By the end of the summer, I\u2019m also pleased to announce that we will be seeking to launch a Venture Funding round and would welcome preliminary discussions with interested parties.\u201d\n\nSentinel\u2019s first product will be a camera-based Laser Event Recorder (LER) to detect both pulsed and continuous wave (CW) lasers. In due course it also plans to develop a range of optical filters to provide protection against laser threats to complement the LER detection capability.\n\n\u201cI have been working in the electro-optics field at Dstl for more than five years and am excited to continue this journey as part of Sentinel Photonics,\u201d added Sean Tipper, Sentinel\u2019s Chief Technology Officer. \u201cThe cutting-edge work undertaken at Dstl to not only reduce the Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) of these technologies but also create entirely new capabilities and overcome existing limitations, is what makes Sentinel\u2019s products unique and will help to prevent loss of life and improve mission effectiveness.\u201d\n\nwww.sentinelphotonics.co.uk<\/a>","post_title":"Sentinel Photonics awarded UK government funding","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sentinel-photonics-awarded-uk-government-funding","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-05 14:22:31","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5197","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5120,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:14","post_content":"The Florida Department of Education has chosen Everbridge as an approved partner for the state\u2019s Alyssa\u2019s Law mandate. The company has been approved to develop and install mobile panic alarm systems in Florida\u2019s K-12 schools.\n\nBeginning with the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida public and charter schools will be required to demonstrate compliance with Alyssa\u2019s Law, named after one of the students killed in the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. The new legislation calls for silent panic alarms linked to law enforcement and first responder services. Already passed into law in New Jersey and now Florida, Alyssa\u2019s Law is quickly gaining traction around the US.\n\n\u201cComplying with Alyssa\u2019s Law is critical for school districts to protect students and staff who find themselves in emergency situations,\u201d said Tracy Reinhold, Everbridge Chief Security Officer and former head of the FBI\u2019s Intelligence Division. \u201cOur mobile panic button technology surpasses the state\u2019s requirement. We\u2019re honoured to serve hundreds of organisations across all of Florida\u2019s 67 counties and look forward to providing Florida school districts with the same innovative safety solutions.\u201d\n\nThe legislation requires the Department of Education to set up a model panic alert system that can be used by public and charter schools in Florida\u2019s K-12 districts. The alarm will be used to ensure school officials can contact nearby law enforcement quickly in the event of an emergency.\n\nThe Everbridge school security solution allows for full interoperability between K-12 schools, the district and the local public safety answering points (PSAPs) to provide access to digitised floor plans with the location of the person who activated the panic button. As part of the overall solution and through partner integrations, Everbridge enables anyone on campus, with or without access to the mobile app, to simply call 911 and the system will respond the same way as the mobile panic button activation, instantly connecting the caller with the PSAP and opening the digitised floor plans for first responders. Everbridge provides the ability to instantly notify parents and guardians of a school incident and to keep them informed of a changing situation.\n\nwww.everbridge.com<\/a>","post_title":"Everbridge named as approved partner by Florida Department of Education","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"everbridge-named-as-approved-partner-by-florida-department-of-education","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-02 18:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5120","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5079,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:04","post_content":"The UK government has set out its proposals on a new Protect Duty \u2013 a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Duty is to fund improvements to the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. The proposals have been championed by victims\u2019 groups, including the Martyn\u2019s Law campaign which was established by Figen Murray, who lost her son, Martyn, in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.\n\n\u201cI have heard first-hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy,\u201d said UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel. \u201cThis government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday is a major stride towards making our country safer from terror attacks,\u201d added Figen Murray, the mother of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack. \u201cI want to thank the government for taking this step. To make Martyn\u2019s Law a reality is of huge relief and I look forward to making a lasting difference with all of those who have supported it.\u201d\n\nA spokesperson on behalf of the Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange stated: \u201cThe Counter Terrorism Policing Business Independent Advisory Group and Counter Terrorism Business Information Exchange welcome this consultation initiative. It is in the public interest for the government and business to work together to ensure people are as protected as possible when visiting venues, retail areas and other publicly accessible spaces. This initiative gives us an opportunity to make sure that we are doing all we can to keep people safe. We look forward to collaborating with the government, in order to provide the public with the best possible protection against those who wish us harm.\u201d\n\nThe consultation will run for 18 weeks and will seek the views on who the Duty should apply to; what it will require stakeholders to do; how compliance should work; and how the Government can support those in scope.\n\nWhilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures.\n\nThe government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors.\n\nRead the full consultation document and take part here<\/a>","post_title":"UK consults on plans to protect public places from terrorist attacks","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-consults-on-plans-to-protect-public-places-from-terrorist-attacks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-26 10:52:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5079","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":5036,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:34","post_content":"The PRT XV-S drone from Plymouth Rock Technologies (PRT) has passed more than 20 hours of flight testing.\n\nThe PRT XV-S is a fixed-wing UAS platform with the added capability of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This capability removes the requirement for a large runway or launch catapult and recovery nets, which are usually required by most fixed-wing drones. The XV-S can launch fully autonomously from an area as small as 100 square feet and operate for up to 4 hours.\n\nThe XV-S utilises hybrid propulsion and long-range data communications. The XV range is reportedly the first non-military commercial UAS in this class with both line of sight (LOS) and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) UAS platforms that offer full autonomous flight capabilities.\n\nThe platform will have a 360\u02da 4K UHD recording capability option, positioning the XV-S for use by law enforcement, border patrol and search and rescue. The platform will also deliver a less labour intensive alternative for rapid response military surveillance, on land and at sea.\n\n\u201cThe technology used within this platform is at the leading edge of UAS technologies,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at PRT. \u201cWith a fully autonomous BVLOS capability, the XV-S has an operational round trip flight time of up to 4 hours. This would allow a search capability of over 1,500 square miles. Another key operational benefit is that the XV-S can be easily landed on a small naval vessel, refuelled and redeployed in minutes. From coast guard and mountain rescue, through to border patrol and surveillance operations, our XV-S offers a new capability that is unrivalled as a commercial offering.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe key to success in the UAS space is simplicity, capability and affordability,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cDuring the California fire season, under state of emergency, the US Air Force are often requested to mobilise their MQ-9 military drones to assist with situational overview. This is a very costly and complex way of keeping an eye on a well-established and understood issue. We believe that our rapidly deployable UAS platform will be a highly sought-after tool across multiple US Agencies. We are already addressing inquiries from overseas for monitoring of fishery violations and also humanitarian missions. We will be placing our XV-S UAS on the US Government GSA Schedule so that procurement of this system is streamlined for US Government agencies that wish to order them.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"PRT unveils first hybrid propulsion long range drone","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-unveils-first-hybrid-propulsion-long-range-drone","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-24 16:02:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=5036","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4995,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-22 12:10:00","post_content":"British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has told the Munich Security Conference that the focus for the UK\u2019s defence spending will be on new technologies that will \u201crevolutionise\u201d modern warfare. The virtual speech was part of a live broadcast set for the day the influential conference should have started.\n\n\u201cIf we are to assure our safety, our democracies need to strengthen their capabilities to meet the rigours of an ever more competitive world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAnd it is precisely for that reason, so that we can keep our people safe, by fulfilling our obligations to NATO and enhancing the UK\u2019s global influence, that is the reason I have decided to bolster our armed forces with the biggest increase in our defence budget since the Cold War.\n\n\u201cThe UK\u2019s defence spending will rise by \u00a324 billion over the next four years, comfortably exceeding the NATO pledge to invest 2% of GDP and ensuring that we retain the biggest defence budget in Europe and the second largest in NATO, after the United States,\u201d he continued. \u201cWe will focus our investment on the new technologies that will revolutionise warfare \u2013 artificial intelligence, unmanned aircraft, directed energy weapons and many others \u2013 so that we stand alongside our allies to deter any adversary and preserve the peace.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk<\/a>","post_title":"UK defence spending to focus on new technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-defence-spending-to-focus-on-new-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-22 10:16:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4995","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4987,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-21 10:20:00","post_content":"Euralarm has congratulated the Portuguese EU Council Presidency given its full supports the Presidency's objectives of supporting the European Single Market and leading the European Union towards a more resilient, global, greener, fair and more digital society, citing harmonised standards as one way this can be achieved.\n\nSince 1970, the association has worked hard to contribute to the European ideals by representing the interests of the fire safety and security industry in the areas of standardisation development and legislation. Over the past few years, Euralarm has repeatedly expressed its concern over the European Commission\u2019s interference in EU harmonised standards. Euralarm, together with its partners and stakeholders, consider harmonised standards to be a market-driven implementation tool, rather than an \u201cextension of EU law\u201d.\n\nTo successfully recover from the present crisis and enable the industry to fully contribute to the green and digital transition, Euralarm urges the EU to stop treating harmonised standards as part of EU law but rather consider them to be part of the revision of the Industrial Strategy for Europe and the NLF for products. Euralarm believes that the standardisation processes that have been effective for so many years will continue to be successful, if the Commission, Member States, European standardisation organisations and other stakeholders participate in that process. By doing so, they support innovation in Europe and enable industry to thrive on a global scale.\n\nThe very essence of standardisation is that it is a bottom-up process driven by a consensus of the industry through European standardisation organisations. Using standards as a legislation tool not only contradicts this concept but adds unnecessary burden and costs to the industry and consequently has a negative impact on innovation, loss of competitive edge in the global standardisation. Euralarm therefore urges that, rather than changing today\u2019s process, the stakeholders involved in European standardisation should continue to cooperate and strive for an innovative, and transparent market to deliver high quality products, systems, and services for the benefit of Europe\u2019s society and economy.\n\nwww.euralarm.org<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Euralarm urges harmonised standards as the basis for green and digital transition","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"euralarm-urges-harmonised-standards-as-the-basis-for-green-and-digital-transition","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-19 17:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4987","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4953,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:22","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies believes it has broken the record for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery and set a new record for complete \u2018round trip\u2019 autonomous delivery capability as part of its work on the United Nations mission in Somalia. On February 10, 2021, between 09.00 and 09.30 ZULU, a PRT delivery drone, in service with the UN, delivered a 6.5kg agricultural load in a 22.20km round trip flight in Somalia.\n\nThe mission was completed in 30 minutes, with the drone flying outbound into a 35km headwind, at an average flying height of 400ft. The drone took off, reached its destination, dispatched its cargo precisely and returned to its launch area with no pilot intervention or requirement to stop and change a battery. The manufacturer states that the flight and mission have been repeated multiple times since the above date. UN observers and aviation officials that monitor scheduled UN flights have agreed to supply the recorded flight data and witness statements required for the official recognition by Guinness adjudicators.\n\nThe existing official world record was set at 34 minutes in China on September 12, 2019 when a DJI M600 drone flew a 2.25kg bedding quilt, packed within an aerodynamic box was flown 16.597km in Shanghai. The average flight height was 85ft (25m). This record included a stop and land halfway to swap batteries.\n\n\u201cThe flight data and mission particulars by any measure put the performance capabilities of our most basic UAV platform far beyond the commercial deliverables of the prior record holder\u2019s drone,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cAt PRT, we don\u2019t exist to break records. We are here to apply our ingenuity to deliver outcomes that make PRT the obvious choice for professional entities that need successful, immediate results. Prior to this operational development, PRT have been in communication with large internet-based enterprises and military and space aircraft companies. They both require a ubiquitous sub-25Kg drone that can perform autonomous tasks over distance and deliver. This UN mission achievement now demonstrates a capability that removes a great deal of risk to assist their decisions.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a CEO, I am deeply proud of this achievement,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cThis mission deliverable in Somalia will resonate throughout the UN and the many organisations and programmes that will require precise unmanned delivery and mission critical autonomous utility aircraft. The news that Plymouth Rock Technologies has technically outperformed the capabilities and endurance of the largest Chinese commercial drone vendor is not only a huge accomplishment for PRT, but a significant advance for the US.aviation sector as a whole.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"PRT seeks record for unmanned drone delivery","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"prt-seeks-record-for-unmanned-drone-delivery","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-17 17:25:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4953","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4940,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-16 19:02:59","post_content":"Flir describes its Ion M440 as a tactical short-range reconnaissance quadcopter purpose-built for austere environments. The Ion is NDAA-compliant and pre-approved for government acquisition by the Defense Innovation Unit\u2019s Blue sUAS Program.","post_title":"Flir highlights Ion M440 short-range tactical quadcopter","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"flir-highlights-ion-m440-short-range-tactical-quadcopter","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4940","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4911,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:39","post_content":"Motorola Solutions has created a new Video-as-a-Service offering, which combines body-worn cameras, digital evidence management software and cloud-based support in a bundle for law enforcement agencies. With no upfront capital investment, the manufacturer believes this service will play a vital role in helping law enforcement promote transparency and accountability within their agencies while also helping to keep officers and communities safe.\n\n\u201cWe want every police department in the United States to have affordable access to a technology that provides transparency and an objective source of truth,\u201d said John Kedzierski, senior vice president, Video Security and Analytics at Motorola Solutions. \u201cTo that effect, we\u2019re offering our body-worn camera subscription for US$49 a month.\u201d\n\nThe body-worn camera as-a-service package includes a V300 body-worn camera, spare battery, mounting device and access to digital evidence management. This package also includes records management and community engagement applications from CommandCentral to help agencies better integrate video into their workflows. Digital evidence migration services are also available to agencies that need them.\n\nBeyond body-worn cameras, Motorola Solutions has also launched two additional mobile Video-as-a-Service offerings, one bundle for in-car cameras with license plate recognition and a second bundle for an integrated system of body-worn and in-car cameras together.\n\nThe mobile Video-as-a-Service bundles are now available in the United States.\n\nwww.motorolasolutions.com<\/a>","post_title":"Motorola Solutions offers police VaaS subscription service","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"motorola-solutions-offers-police-vaas-subscription-service","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 18:41:42","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4911","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4906,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 14:16:17","post_content":"Niamh Muldoon, Global Data Protection Officer at OneLogin, discusses plans from Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.), the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee\u2019s cyber panel, to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.\n\nPhoto by Michael Dziedzic on Unsplash","post_title":"Bitesize | Homeland Security Committee's new Cyber Panel","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bitesize-homeland-security-committees-new-cyber-panel","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-04 13:00:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4906","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4887,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:07","post_content":"Scalable Networks explains how its network digital twin technology provides design and analysis tools and cyber training systems to develop, test and deploy large networks and communications equipment in a defence environment.","post_title":"Scalable Networks explains the role of digital twin technology in defence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"scalable-networks-explains-the-role-of-digital-twin-technology-in-defence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-11 06:48:13","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4887","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4868,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:22","post_content":"The CODA-1(Cognitive Object Detection Apparatus) system from Plymouth Rock Technologies has undergone further successful testing for detection of various concealed weaponry on a person at the PRT laboratories. CODA is an ultra-compact radar device that can be used for a variety of applications across many industries, covering everything from traditional radar for drone or aircraft detection, to low-power stand-off weapon detection.\n\nThe system is a production status product rather than a prototype and is the size of an electronic tablet. It uses off the shelf high-speed processors and can be fitted to or inside a wall. It uses FCC allocated detection frequencies and has been demonstrated in several programmes in the United States funded under the NATO Science for Peace and Security Program. The CODA system has also been through testing by the US Army Night Vision and Electronic sensors directorate (NVESD) under the Adaptive Red Team\/Technical Support and Operational Analysis (ART\/TSOA) activity.\n\n\u201cAs a team, we have worked on technologies that have been used to detect suicide bombers in the Middle East,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cThose systems, while effective, were very expensive and the computer processor technology available, was at the limit of its technical capability. This device is compact and mobile, but also offers completely autonomous operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe unprecedented events of January 6th, 2021 of weapons and pipe bombs being in and around the Capitol Building, and people losing their lives, have highlighted the unfortunate fact that current procedures and security used to protect our democratic establishments, are not where they need to be,\u201d stated Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT.  \u201cTo bring security into the 21st century, it requires a two-pronged approach \u2013 increased physical security and greater intelligence to detect weaponry in the vicinity of these buildings.\u201d\n\nwww.plyrotech.com<\/a>","post_title":"Further successful tests for PRT\u2019s CODA-1 weapon detection system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"further-successful-tests-for-prts-coda-1-weapon-detection-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 15:19:28","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4868","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4863,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:44","post_content":"The UK government has created a new independent body to boost career opportunities and professional standards for the country\u2019s cyber security sector. The DCMS-funded UK Cyber Security Council will provide a single governing voice for the industry to establish the knowledge, skills and experience required for a range of cyber security jobs, bringing it in line with other professions such as law, medicine and engineering. The Council will be formally launched on March 31.\n\nThe Council aims to boost skilled job prospects around the country by giving budding and existing workers a clear roadmap for building a career in cyber security and focus on increasing the number and diversity of people entering the profession. The body will work with training providers to accredit courses and qualifications, and give employers the information and confidence they need to recruit effectively to ensure their cyber capability.\n\n\u201cThe fact we are launching an independent professional body for cyber security shows just how vital this area has become \u2013 it makes a huge contribution to our thriving digital economy by safeguarding our critical national infrastructure, commerce and other online spaces,\u201d said Digital Infrastructure Minister Matt Warman. \u201cThe UK Cyber Security Council will ensure anyone interested in an exciting career tackling online threats has access to world-class training and guidance. It will also champion diversity and inclusion, driving up standards while helping the nation to build back better and safer.\u201d\n\nThis latest move comes after a feedback from a 2018 DCMS public consultation looking at the issues facing the profession, which showed overwhelming support for a new body. Working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the Council will strongly support the Government\u2019s \u00a31.9 billion National Cyber Security Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\n\n\u201cCyber security is a growing industry in the UK and it\u2019s vital for high standards of practice and technical expertise to be at the heart of the profession as it develops,\u201d noted Chris Ensor, the NCSC\u2019s Deputy Director for Cyber Growth. \u201cWe look forward to working with the Council to help ensure that future generations of cyber security professionals have the skills and support they need to thrive and make the UK the safest place to live and work online.\u201d\n\nThe council has appointed its inaugural Board of Trustees to guide the organisation as it establishes itself over the coming years. This includes Chair Dr Claudia Natanson, a global cyber security expert who was previously CSO at DWP, MD at BT Secure Business Service and CISO at Diageo Plc; Vice-Chair Jessica Figueras, Tech market strategist, Chair of NCT, previously Chief Analyst at GlobalData; Trustee Carla Baker, Senior Director, Policy & Government Affairs UK & Ireland, Palo Alto Networks; and Treasurer Mike Watson, Chief Financial Officer, Marston Holdings, previously with Dell, HP and BAE Systems cyber security division.\n\n\u201cHaving spent many years in cyber security, I\u2019m very aware of the excellent work done by many varied organisations \u2013 but I\u2019m also conscious that the time for an umbrella organisation has come in order to drive the profession forward in a unified way,\u201d reasoned UK Cyber Security Council Chair Dr Claudia Natanson. \u201cIt\u2019s a privilege and a challenge to be part of the leadership of the Council, knowing that the future security and prosperity of the UK depends in part on the Council succeeding in its mission to develop the profession.\u201d\n\nwww.ncsc.gov.uk<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK creates Cyber Security Council","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uk-creates-cyber-security-council","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-09 11:21:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4863","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4835,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-08 15:47:04","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is making changes to the training people need to take before they can get a front line SIA licence. From 1 April 2021 SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except close protection and vehicle immobilisation, and applicants must have a first aid qualification before they can take the training required for a door supervisor or security guard licence. From 1 April 2022, SIA will introduce updated close protection qualifications and applicants must have one of the new qualifications or take top-up training before they can apply for a door supervisor and security guard licence \u2013 this includes renewals.\n\nAccording to the SIA, it is making these changes to make sure that people working in the private security industry can keep the public safe, follow new working practices, understand recent changes to the law and make the best use of new technology.\n\nThe SIA already expect applicants for a close protection licence to complete a first aid qualification before taking their licence-linked training. From 1 April 2021, it will also expect applicants for a door supervisor or security guard licence to do the same. Applicants will need to do this if either they are applying for a licence for the first time or it has been longer than three years since they last held a licence for that activity.\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people will also need to do this if they are renewing their licence. The qualification must be an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The SIA will accept other qualifications that comply with the relevant guidance from the Health and Safety Executive, such as, First Aid at Work (FAW), First Person on Scene (FPOS) and First Response Emergency Care (FREC).\n\nFrom 1 October 2021, people must have either one of the new qualifications introduced on 1 April or one of the older licence-linked qualifications and a \u2018top-up\u2019 qualification before they can apply for a door supervisor or security guard licence. This applies to any applications submitted on or after 1 October, including renewals. If someone submits their application before this date, they will not need take additional training.\n\nFurther changes have seen the SIA move training that is critical for all sectors to the \u2018common unit\u2019 which is taken by all security operatives. This includes new training on terror threat awareness and dealing with emergencies. There is also new sector-specific content. For example, the close protection course includes new material on physical intervention, the door supervision course includes new material on the use of equipment such as body worn video recorders and breathalysers, the public space surveillance (CCTV) course includes new material on CCTV operational procedures and the law and the security guarding course includes new material covering personal safety.\n\nFinally, the SIA has increased the number of practical elements in the training to help learners reinforce their knowledge. The practical assessments include searching, dealing with conflict, report\/statement writing and using communications devices.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/security-industry-authority<\/a>","post_title":"SIA announces changes to the training required for an SIA licence","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-announces-changes-to-the-training-required-for-an-sia-licence","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-08-04 09:33:20","post_modified_gmt":"2021-08-04 08:33:20","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4835","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4784,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 09:30:00","post_content":"Citadel Defense has received a multi-million-dollar government contract for its Titan AI-powered, RF-based counter drone system. Under this contract, Titan systems are being delivered in response to urgent needs.\n\nCitadel\u2019s technology was selected following a competitive evaluation of two dozen competitive counter small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS). According to the manufacturer, Titan proved highly effective in complex urban environments and was preferred by operators as it exhibited technical superiority across many unpredictable threat scenarios including drone swarms.\n\n\u201cAs the only automated RF sensor solution in the market that uses AI and machine learning to detect, identify, track and safely defeat uncooperative drones, Titan is a force multiplier for US and allied forces,\u201d said Christopher Williams, CEO of Citadel Defense.\n\nTitan was created to protect troops and high value assets against unwanted drone activity and swarms when large multi-sensor systems cannot be deployed. At locations where integrated systems are installed, Titan serves as the RF defence layer, bringing a low false alarm rate, targeted countermeasures and a broad level of threat coverage to highly integrated counter drone solutions.\n\n\u201cAI, machine learning and adaptive countermeasures are required for the C-sUAS mission,\u201d stated Williams. \u201cNew commercial UAS platforms have over 100 controller settings that can change a drone\u2019s communication signature. Library-dependent and cyber-focused systems simply can\u2019t keep up. With hundreds of sensors now deployed, Citadel is helping customers detect shifting trends in drone activity on a global scale to help stay ahead of the threat.\u201d\n\nwww.dronecitadel.com<\/a>","post_title":"Citadel Defense wins government contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"citadel-defense-wins-government-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 08:02:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4784","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4745,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-31 02:32:00","post_content":"London\u2019s Metropolitan Police Service has successfully completed its first \u2018end-to-end\u2019 test receiving alarm signals via the new Echo hub. The test signals, originating from Banham Security\u2019s Alarm Receiving Centre, were successfully transmitted into The Met\u2019s own Control Room. This success follows the test by Essex Police which in November 2020 was the first police force in the UK to have successfully received and verified confirmed signals in this way.\n\nEcho is going live early in 2021, offering a full service to any UK police force ready and able to be Echo-connected. It is expected Essex Police and the Met will be fully prepared to handle all their police response alarm signals via Echo by the Spring of 2021.\n\n\u201cWe have been developing our capability to receive automated verified alarm signals from ARCs for some time,\u201d said David Mair, Manager - Security Systems Unit, Metropolitan Police Service. \u201cThis proof of concept means all alarms with Met police response could be Echo-connected and in line for faster police response before the end of 2021.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are delighted to see yet another successful milestone test for Echo,\u201d added Martin Harvey, Director, Echo. \u201cConnection to the MPS control room will enable a significant number of professionally installed and monitored alarm systems to be connected through the Echo hub further demonstrating the capabilities of the Echo platform handling signals from multiple Alarm Receiving Centres and transmitting them on to any number of Echo-connected police forces. 2021 is set to be a busy year for Echo, as more police forces are poised to connect to the service.\u201d\n\nwww.echo.uk.net<\/a>","post_title":"Successful Echo test for the Met Police","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"successful-echo-test-for-the-met-police","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-29 16:44:38","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4745","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4721,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:59:47","post_content":"Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Read the full story.<\/a>\n\nfind us online\nwww.securityonscreen.com\nwww.facebook.com\/SecOnScreen\nwww.instagram.com\/securityonscreen\nwww.twitter.com\/seconscreen\nwww.linkedin.com\/company\/security-on-screen","post_title":"Unmanned Aerial Vehicle supplied to UN by Plymouth Rock Technologies","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"unmanned-aerial-vehicle-supplied-to-un-by-plymouth-rock-technologies","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_modified_gmt":"2021-03-10 09:35:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4721","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4702,"post_author":"2","post_date":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-28 14:48:04","post_content":"\n

Plymouth Rock Technologies has supplied its first Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to the United Nations (UN) as part of UNSOM (United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia) for use in a reseeding mission under the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNEP estimates that 8.2 million trees were cut down for charcoal in Somalia between 2011 and 2017, increasing land degradation, food insecurity and vulnerability to flooding and drought. Over 80 percent of charcoal produced in Somalia is exported to Gulf States and neighbouring countries. Illegal trade in charcoal is recognised as a key contributor to insecurity in Somalia, providing a major source of funding for militias, terrorist groups, and other actors linked to conflict, who illegally tax exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To address the issue on both the demand and supply side, the Government of Somalia needed cooperation to implement the UN Security Council Resolution and curb the environmental, economic and human losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform supplied for this application is a highly modified hexacopter drone that has the sensory and beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capability of the PRT X1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOperating in a war zone, flying BVLOS at night whilst carrying a heavy payload, and delivering it with exact precision is not a simple undertaking,\u201d stated Carl Cagliarini, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PRT. \u201cNot to mention in all weather conditions and on a 20 nautical mile round trip! The technologies within this UAV platform combined are not dissimilar to that found on military assets. The task of stripping away every ounce of weight to add the means for stealth flight and essential mission tools was critical.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNotwithstanding the tremendous accolade of serving a UN mission, but one with an undertaking of such ecological and economic importance is an honour for all of our staff and the company as a whole,\u201d added Dana Wheeler, Co-Founder and CEO of PRT. \u201cI believe that this deployment is a further example of the world class ingenuity and engineering capability within the PRT team and it\u2019s technology partnerships. Working on essential UK NHS programs along with completing the UN shipment during the first week of the new year required our staff to work through the holidays and COVID-19 restrictions is testimony of our team commitment to delivering what is required when it is essential,\u201d concluded Wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDuring my many years in government service, I got to witness first-hand the incredible work the United Nations does. It is a true honour for us at Plymouth Rock Technologies to be part of such an important project,\u201d said Douglas Smith, Chairman of Plymouth Rock and former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.plyrotech.com<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"Plymouth Rock Technologies supplies UAV for United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"plymouth-rock-technologies-supplies-uav-for-united-nations-assistance-mission-in-somalia","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-28 15:27:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4702","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4668,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:31","post_content":"Thales has won a contract from Nato to provide the first certified defence cloud solution that can be deployed in the theatre of operations in less than 24 hours. The company was reportedly selected after a worldwide competitive tendering process on the basis of its defence systems integration know-how. With this contract, Thales enters a new market sector, demonstrating its capacity to integrate the best civil and commercial technologies available and to adapt them to the needs of the armed forces.\n\nThe defence cloud developed by Thales enables the forces to analyse and share data in real time from the command centre to the theatre of operations, pursue their digital transformation in complete security, and accelerate the decision cycle to gain and maintain an operational advantage. The company states that with Nexium Defence Cloud and its Service Design Studio and orchestration system, a small team of experts can deploy IT services and applications to locations thousands of kilometres away in just a few hours. This solution is based on a holistic approach encompassing applications management, IT, networks and security, with an overall system architecture designed to accommodate various different levels of confidentiality.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud incorporates civil and commercial technologies to provide a complete, modular, sovereign solution that enables forces to operate fully autonomously in the theatre of operations. It offers a wide array of possible configurations, from very high-capacity and easily scalable infrastructure for command headquarters to all-in-one containerised systems that transform a forward base into a new cloud node in just a few hours.\n\nNexium Defence Cloud includes all the components of military command posts (cabinets, servers, data storage media, supervision system, etc.) and meets performance requirements in terms of size, weight and power (SWaP) to simplify deployment and minimise the logistics footprint.\n\n\u201cThales is proud to be contributing to the digital transformation of the armed forces by providing this first deployable, certified, tactical defence cloud solution,\u201d stated Marc Darmon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales. \u201cWe are grateful to Nato for renewing their trust in our expertise in secure, interoperable information and communication systems.\u201d\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>","post_title":"Thales wins Nato defence cloud contract","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-wins-nato-defence-cloud-contract","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-27 12:59:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4668","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4642,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:49","post_content":"The Navies of Belgium and the Netherlands are equipping 12 next generation Mine Counter Measures Vessels with Thales\u2019 NS50 radars for air and surface surveillance with fire control capabilities.\n\nThales describes its NS50 as \u201cthe world\u2019s most compact, affordable 4D multi-function naval radar in the market\u201d. It offers air and surface detection, tracking and classification performances providing 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by short-range \u201cfire and forget\u201d Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems as well as fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets. It can reportedly defend against Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), low slow flying object, surface targets and in combination with small to medium calibre gun system.\n\n\u201cNavies are facing more complex, smaller, agile and faster moving simultaneous threats,\u201d said Serge Adrian, Senior Vice-President Surface Radar activities, Thales. \u201cThe compact NS50 is a game changer \u2013 it brings the benefit of multi-mission air and surface surveillance, as well as fire control to combat boats, MCM vessels, OPA\u2019s and various other platforms. We are proud to work with Naval Group and Kership and supply an innovative radar to the Belgium and Netherland Navies for operational advantage\u201d.\n\nwww.thalesgroup.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"Thales supports Belgian and Netherlands Navies with radar","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"thales-supports-belgian-and-netherlands-navies-with-radar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-22 14:28:54","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4642","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4603,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:35","post_content":"David Horncastle has been appointed as interim Chair of the UK\u2019s Security Industry Authority. Horncastle joined the SIA Board in March 2015 as a non-executive director and takes over from Elizabeth France, whose fixed term appointment came to an end on Thursday 14 January 2021. He will serve in the role while the Home Office concludes the open competition to appoint a substantive Chair which is expected to be announced by the Home Office in the spring.\n\n\u201cI am delighted to serve the SIA during this transition period to a new Chair being appointed,\u201d stated Horncastle. \u201cI have been a board member since March 2015, and I believe the SIA is a good organisation doing an increasingly effective job in an important industry. With the strong executive team, we have in place, the SIA continues to be in good hands during this time.\u201d\n\nHorncastle, who is also a non-executive director of the National Crime Agency, had a 30-year executive career with BT. From 2009 to 2015 David was Director of Security Professional Services in BT Security, responsible for both the protection of BT and the delivery of security services and solutions to customers.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA names interim Chair","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-names-interim-chair","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 16:20:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4603","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4601,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:05","post_content":"Home Office engineers have worked throughout the weekend to restore data lost from the Police National Computer as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping data update earlier this week. Working with the NPCC and other policing partners, data engineers within the Home Office Digital, Data and Technology function continue to develop and test new code with the ultimate aim of restoring the data. A fast time review identified the problem and corrected it so it cannot happen again.\n\n\u201cHome Office engineers continue to work to restore data lost as a result of human error during a routine housekeeping process,\u201d said UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. \u201cPublic safety is the number one priority of everyone within the Home Office, and I would like to thank the data engineers working to restore these records. I continue to be in regular contact with the team, and working with our policing partners, we will provide an update as soon as we can.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe continue to work closely with the police to rectify this issue and I want to thank both Home Office staff and policing partners for their ongoing efforts,\u201d added Policing Minister Kit Malthouse. \u201cAs I\u2019ve said, the affected records apply to cases where individuals were arrested and then released with no further action, and we are working to recover the affected records as a priority. While we do so, the Police National Computer is functioning and the police are taking steps to mitigate any impact.\u201d\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/home-office<\/a>","post_title":"Home Office working to restore Police National Computer data","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"home-office-working-to-restore-police-national-computer-data","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-18 12:24:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4601","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4593,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-16 10:04:00","post_content":"Lockheed Martin and the F-35 Joint Program Office have signed a \u00a376 million aircraft support contract aimed at maximising the availability and capability of the UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning stealth jets. The Lightning Air system National Capability Enterprise (LANCE) contract will provide additional expertise on aircraft maintenance, bespoke UK training courses for pilots, groundcrew and engineers, and logistical and technical support for the fleet.\n\nProviding additional experienced technical personnel at existing facilities, the contract will reportedly also allow three new capabilities to come into operation. These include an ejection seat maintenance workshop, a \u2018Pilot fit facility\u2019 to fit aircrew equipment, and component spray facility to transfer coatings onto aircraft components. It will also increase the number of flying hours available, alongside delivering important mission planning, training and maintenance capabilities.\n\n\u201cThe Lightning Force forms a key part of the UK\u2019s Carrier Strike Group and plays a central role in protecting our interests at home and abroad,\u201d said UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cThis investment will help ensure that this world-class fleet, and their crew, are ready to deploy wherever and whenever required.\u201d\n\nBased at RAF Marham, home of the UK Lightning Force, the investment reflects the increasing size of the UK\u2019s F-35 fleet and will create and secure 172 jobs mainly at the Norfolk base. The contract will provide support for 25 months, with an option for a further three months. The majority of the work will be carried out by subcontractor BAE Systems.\n\n\u201cI welcome the opportunity LANCE provides to build upon the Lightning Force Element\u2019s already close relationship with our industry partners,\u201d added Air Commodore David Arthurton, Combat Air Force Commander. \u201cThe new contract will deliver an enhanced level of performance whilst also providing welcome stability to all involved with the programme. Furthermore, it will underpin our participation in the United Kingdom\u2019s inaugural Carrier Strike deployment later this year, and provide an excellent foundation for future land and maritime operations as Lightning matures towards Full Operating Capability.\u201d\n\nThe support provided by the contract will be crucial in ensuring the fleet is ready and prepared when it sails with HMS Queen Elizabeth on her maiden Global Carrier Strike Group \u201821 deployment.\n\n\u201cI am delighted that we have secured LANCE for the UK\u2019s Lightning Force, stated Vice Admiral Rick Thompson, Director General Air for DE&S. \u201cThis is a critical support contract that shows a significant maturity in the platform\u2019s capability.\u201d\n\nThe UK currently has 21 fifth-generation F-35s, having received three new jets on 30 November 2020.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/ministry-of-defence<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"UK\u2019s F-35 Lightning fleet gains further support","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uks-f-35-lightning-fleet-gains-further-support","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 16:08:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4593","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4580,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:26","post_content":"The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published a summary of the analysis of responses to its consultation on a proposed code of conduct. The proposed code would set out the behaviour that is expected of licence holders and applicants. The consultation sought views of licence holders and other interested parties on the content of the draft, and on the potential impacts of introducing it.\n\nThe SIA has the responsibility of ensuring that only \u201cfit and proper\u201d people hold an SIA licence and it is exploring whether a code of conduct could make clearer what is meant by \u201cfit and proper\u201d by describing what behaviour a fit and proper person should, and should not, do. The proposed code of conduct is based on six commitments: act with honesty and integrity; be trustworthy; protect the people and property you are entrusted to protect; be professional at work; act with fairness and impartiality at work; be accountable for your decisions and actions.\n\nThe consultation asked 14 questions about the draft code of conduct, along with three questions to ascertain respondents\u2019 licensing status and who they were replying on behalf of. The SIA received 3,853 responses to the online consultation, with over 4,200 comments made in response to the open questions. A vast majority of responses (98%) were made by existing SIA licence holders. The responses provided a wide range of views and comments about the draft code of conduct and the form it might take if introduced.\n\nHaving published the data it has generated from this consultation, the SIA will now consider in more detail whether a code of conduct is a proportionate regulatory approach, and what impact it might have on the private security industry. It will also consider how, if introduced the code of conduct would work in practice. Ongoing dialogue with the industry will be critical to the thinking on these issues and the SIA will provide an update on its progress in due course.\n\nTo view the summary, click here<\/a>.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/sia<\/a>","post_title":"SIA publishes code of conduct consultation response","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sia-publishes-code-of-conduct-consultation-response","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-15 10:35:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4580","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4576,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-14 16:51:46","post_content":"Flir Systems has received awards from the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deliver improved air and ground surveillance capabilities using advanced thermal imaging and drone technology. The awards are potentially worth more than US$23 million, including for delivery of the next-generation Flir LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) for CBP\u2019s Mobile Surveillance Capability (MSC) program and delivery of SkyRaider drone tether kits, StormCaster-T sensor payloads, and other technology for CBP\u2019s Low Altitude Autonomous Safety and Situational Awareness for Officers (LASO) programme. The LASO contract has a base value of US$545,000 and was awarded from a competitive General Solicitation under authority of the Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Commercial Solutions Opening Pilot Program.\n\nThe MSC order is for 19 new LVSS systems that will be deployed on the southwest and northern US borders. Following delivery, CBP will have a total of 27 LVSS units deployed, fitted with TacFLIR 380-HD cameras and R20SS radar. In November 2020, the company delivered a capability upgrade to CBP\u2019s current fleet of R80D SkyRaider UAS, including tether kits and StormCaster-T thermal payloads.\n\n\u201cWhether on the ground or in the air, Flir world-class imaging and drone-based technologies give the men and women of US Customs and Border Protection nimble, rugged and reliable surveillance solutions for the toughest of environments,\u201d said Roger Wells, VP and general manager of the Unmanned Systems and Integrated Solutions business at Flir. \u201cThe expanded LVSS deployments and airborne sensor enhancements will deliver tangible benefits for these two programmes. We\u2019re proud of our longstanding partnership with CBP and honoured that agents who serve on our nation\u2019s borders are using Flir technology to augment their efforts.\u201d\n\nwww.flir.com<\/a>","post_title":"US Customs and Border Protection selects Flir for improved ground and air surveillance capabilities","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"us-customs-and-border-protection-selects-flir-for-improved-ground-and-air-surveillance-capabilities","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_modified_gmt":"2023-01-23 10:20:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4549,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:38","post_content":"The second phase of funded proposals has been announced for the UK\u2019s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Intelligent Ship competition. Phase 2 of Intelligent Ship, run by DASA on behalf of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), sought novel technologies for use by the military in 2030 and beyond.\n\nNine projects have been funded, sharing \u00a33m. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), the projects will support the evaluation and demonstration of a range of human-machine teams and their integration with an evaluation environment. Phase 2 will develop AI for wider application across defence platforms.\n\n\u201cThe Intelligent Ship project aims to demonstrate ways of bringing together multiple AI applications to make collective decisions, with and without human operator judgement,\u201d said Julia Tagg, Dstl Project Technical Authority. \u201cWe hope that the use of AI in the future will lead to timely, more informed and trusted decision-making and planning, within complex operating and data environments. With applications for the Royal Navy and more broadly across defence, we are very excited to see what these Phase 2 projects might bring.\u201d\n\n\u201cDASA is focussed on finding innovation to benefit the defence and security of the UK,\u201d added Rachel Solomons, DASA Delivery Manager. \u201cArtificial Intelligence and human-machine teaming are such innovations, and by taking this competition to Phase 2 we hope to help find solutions that could make a real difference to future decision making in defence.\u201d\n\nThe companies awarded funding for Phase 2 are CGI IT UK Ltd, Decision Lab, DIEM Analytics, Frazer Nash Consultancy, Montvieux Ltd, Nottingham Trent University, Rolls Royce and SeeByte Ltd. Examples of proposals funded include an intelligent system for vessel power and propulsion machinery control to support the decision-making of the engineering crew, and an innovative mission AI prototype Agent for Decision-Making to support decision making during pre-mission preparation, mission execution and post mission analysis.\n\nwww.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/defence-and-security-accelerator<\/a>","post_title":"\u00a33m announced to fund DASA Intelligent Ship Phase 2","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"3m-announced-to-fund-dasa-intelligent-ship-phase-2","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-13 14:51:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4549","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4530,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:31","post_content":"Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has exempted visitors to the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2021) and the Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021) from the 10-day quarantine procedure on their arrival into Abu Dhabi. The events take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from 21-25 February.\n\nInternational visitors to the UAE must present their event badge, printed on A4 paper, at any border, to be exempted from the quarantine, and they will not be required to wear tracking wristbands. Detailed protocols to facilitate the entry of delegations and support their participation, are being finalised in collaboration with relevant authorities in the UAE, and an update will be published on a later stage.\n\n\u201cThrough our decision to exempt participants of the IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 exhibitions from the quarantine period, the Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi is keen to promote business activity in the emirate,\u201d said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, part of Department of Health \u2013 Abu Dhabi. \u201cWe worked closely with ADNEC as a strategic partner throughout the pandemic on a number of initiatives that ensured the health of the community. Accordingly, we are confident of their ability to implement rigorous precautionary measures including the necessary PCR tests that ensure the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors attending this event.\n\n\u201cParticipants exempt from quarantine procedures still must observe the strict guidelines in place before entering the emirate of Abu Dhabi,\u201d continued Al Nuaimi. \u201cIn doing so, they will ensure the implementation of preventative measures, safeguarding the highest standards of health and safety for all residents. We will co-ordinate extensively with authorities to facilitate the entry of participants to the conference, supporting their attendance by preserving the health of those around them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis exemption demonstrates how IDEX and NAVDEX are leading the recovery of business activity following the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d added Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company. \u201cAdditionally, it will showcase how Abu Dhabi continues to lead as a regional capital for the business tourism sector. We maintain our support to welcome the world, once again, in spite of the ongoing global conditions caused by the pandemic.\n\n\u201cThis stride demonstrates the UAE\u2019s and ADNEC\u2019s robust range of flexible infrastructure and operational capabilities, capable of safely organising a global mega-event,\u201d continued Al Dhaheri. \u201cSince the beginning of the pandemic, stringent precautionary and safety measures have been our foremost priority. This exemption has been enabled by the continued cooperation and support from our strategic partners and stakeholders. Such support has allowed us to continue to strengthen the position of this event, building on its success and continuing to attract a wider range of visitors and exhibitors. In attracting such a high calibre of international companies, IDEX and NAVDEX will continue to showcase the latest developments in the defence sector.\u201d\n\nThrough the IDEX, NAVDEX, and the International Defence Conference, ADNEC aims to attract global expertise in the land, sea, and air defence industries, localising knowledge in the UAE. The 15th edition of the IDEX and NAVDEX exhibitions is a global platform which highlights the national defence sector and its infrastructure. Further, the exhibitions will showcase the latest in cutting-edge technology in these sectors.\n\nA wide raft of health and safety measures have been designed and implemented across IDEX 2021, NAVDEX 2021 and the International Defence Conference, ensuring the safety of all participants. All those attending will be required to follow the social distancing measures and the wearing of face masks is being mandated across exhibition facilities, ensuring the safety of all attending the events.\n\nwww.idexuae.ae<\/a>","post_title":"IDEX and NAVDEX 2021 attendees exempt from quarantine on arrival in UAE","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"idex-and-navdex-2021-attendees-exempt-from-quarantine-on-arrival-in-uae","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-12 14:37:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4530","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4516,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:32","post_content":"A third-party file sharing service used by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand \u2013 Te P\u016btea Matua to share and store some sensitive information, has been illegally accessed. Governor Adrian Orr stated that the breach has been contained, but that it would take time to determine the impact.\n\n\u201cWe are actively working with domestic and international cyber security experts and other relevant authorities as part of our investigation,\u201d said Orr. \u201cThis includes the GCSB\u2019s National Cyber Security Centre which has been notified and is providing guidance and advice. We have been advised by the third party provider that this wasn\u2019t a specific attack on the Reserve Bank, and other users of the file sharing application were also compromised.\u201d\n\nThe bank is working to understand the nature and extent of information that has been potentially accessed. However, it warns that it may include some commercially and personally sensitive information. The bank reports that the breached system has been secured and taken offline and that it is working with system users whose information may have been accessed.\n\n\u201cOur core functions and New Zealand\u2019s financial system remain sound, and Te P\u016btea Matua is open for business. This includes our markets operations and management of the cash and payments systems,\u201d concluded Orr.\n\nwww.rbnz.govt.nz<\/a>","post_title":"Reserve Bank of New Zealand suffers data breach","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-suffers-data-breach","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-11 10:23:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4516","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4453,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:13:59","post_content":"MBDA Systems has received a contract valued at \u00a3550 million for production of the SPEAR3 missile system from the UK\u2019s Ministry of Defence. The network enabled miniature cruise missile can travel long distances at high-subsonic speed and over the next decade will become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK\u2019s F-35B Lightning jets.\n\n\u201cMBDA is delighted to receive this contract, it is the result of many years of hard work by our dedicated and highly skilled engineering team,\u201d said \u00c9ric B\u00e9ranger, CEO of MBDA. \u201cStand-off, network enabled and swarming weapons are a key part of MBDA\u2019s vision \u2013 SPEAR is leading the way with these technologies and is the most technically advanced weapon of its type.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe development of this next-generation missile will allow us to protect our personnel and assets on the ground, from thousands of metres in the sky above,\u201d added UK Defence Minister Jeremy Quin. \u201cOur commitment to this system will secure hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the UK and showcase British technology and weapon expertise on the world stage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe placement of this contract marks the next major stage of the SPEAR3 weapon system\u2019s development and is a result of months of detailed negotiations between MBDA and the LMAS project team,\u201d stated Colonel Martin French, DE&S\u2019 Lightweight and Medium Attack Systems (LMAS) team leader. \u201cBuilding on the successes and technology achievements of the previous four years\u2019 work with MBDA, we now enter the exciting and challenging demonstration phase where we start to prove the system against the UK\u2019s requirements and ramp up activities to integrate this highly-capable weapon system onto the F-35B aircraft.\u201d\n\nwww.mbda-systems.com<\/a>","post_title":"MBDA wins \u00a3550 million contract from UK MoD","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"mbda-wins-550-million-contract-from-uk-mod","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-07 11:14:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4436,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:48","post_content":"The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a US$4 million contract to conduct a quick-turnaround demonstration of a new radio frequency countermeasure (RFCM) system for the P-8A Poseidon. The pod-mounted RFCM system is a system that will reportedly add a new self-protection capability to the next-generation US Navy aircraft.\n\n\u201cThe ability to meet this unprecedented response time underscores our agility, focus on meeting customer needs, and our ultimate goal of protecting our warfighters,\u201d said Don Davidson, director of the Advanced Compact Electronic Warfare Solutions product line at BAE Systems. \u201cA process that used to take 18 to 24 months has been scaled to five or six months, which is remarkable, as is deploying this new self-protection capability.\u201d\n\nThe rapid response is the result of collaboration among small focus teams who developed a new approach to the design and fabrication of the system\u2019s mechanical parts. As a result, BAE Systems states it will design, build, integrate and ship the RFCM system in approximately five months, followed by two months of flight testing on the P-8A Poseidon platform.\n\nThe RFCM system consists of a small form factor jammer, a high-powered amplifier and the AN\/ALE-55 Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD). Work on the contract will be performed at the company\u2019s facility in Nashua, New Hampshire.\n\nwww.baesystems.com<\/a>\n\n ","post_title":"BAE Systems receives rapid response contract from US Navy","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"bae-systems-receives-rapid-response-contract-from-us-navy","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_modified_gmt":"2021-01-05 19:04:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4436","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4309,"post_author":"3","post_date":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_date_gmt":"2021-01-01 11:23:00","post_content":"The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police and Isavia, operator of Keflavik, Iceland\u2019s main airport and other airports, have selected Idemia to provide a comprehensive border management system for all air and sea border crossing points, including new equipment. Backed by this new system, Schengen Member State Iceland will comply with EU Entry\/Exit System (EU-EES) regulations. The system is set to be operational from 2021 and will manage an average of 10 million travellers per year with manned and automated controls underpinned by biometric technology.\n\nThis new border management system, based on Idemia\u2019s Augmented Borders solution, will be compliant with EU-EES regulations. Idemia will also equip Icelandic border crossing points with its TravelKiosk EU-EES, the latest generation of user-centric multi-biometric border self-service kiosks. Also including automated TraveLane eGates, the entire system will boost throughput and convenience of passengers as they go through border controls. Lastly, to complete this end-to-end solution, the manufacturer will ensure that operator-manned counters, mobile solutions and tracking systems are set up to fit the requirements of the Icelandic Police with a view to shortening response times and improving coordination.\n\n\u201cThe National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, the Metropolitan Police and Sudurnes District police have from early 2019 been working on the implementation of EES in Iceland in close cooperation with Isavia\u201d said J\u00f3n P\u00e9tur J\u00f3nsson, Chief Superintendent, at the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. \u201cThe procurement procedure started in September 2019 and today we have reached an important milestone by selecting Idemia as the supplier and future partner for the implementation of EES in Iceland. The police and Isavia place a high expectation to the collaboration with Idemia in the development of solutions that will improve border security and the traveller experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cIsavia is truly excited about this co-operation with Idemia and the Icelandic Police,\u201d added Gu\u00f0mundur Da\u00f0i R\u00fanarsson, Chief Commercial and Airport Development Officer at Isavia. \u201cThis is an important step in improving the performance and customer experience of the convenient and easy hub connection between Europe and North America. The Entry\/Exit system will affect all airports with traffic crossing external borders. Isavia is confident that implementing Idemia\u2019s self service solutions in co-operation with the border police, will result in a more secure and efficient border crossing point, giving Keflavik the potential to grow even further in its Hub operation.\u201d\n\n\u201cIdemia is proud to accompany Iceland as one of the first countries of the Schengen Area to transform its border control system to comply with the European Entry\/Exit System,\u201d stated Philippe Barreau, Executive Vice President for Public Security and Identity activities at Idemia. \u201cWe are determined to provide a comprehensive set of multi-biometric solutions that will give the assurance of a future-proof programme, making Iceland our innovation partner in the implementation of the EU-EES. Our advanced border management solutions, based on a 40-year relationship with governments, will offer a better user experience by interactively adapting the border process per traveller category, while ensuring maximum security.\u201d\n\nwww.idemia.com<\/a>","post_title":"Icelandic Police opts for Idemia for its new entry\/exit system","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"icelandic-police-opts-for-idemia-for-its-new-entry-exit-system","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_modified_gmt":"2022-12-14 16:10:35","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/securityonscre.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=4309","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_14"};

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