Advanced Showcases Industry-Leading Fire Safety Solutions at Intersec Dubai 2025

Editorial December 3, 2024

Advanced will showcase its cutting-edge fire safety solutions, including Axis AX and Axis EN, addressing the region’s growing demand for reliable fire protection in high-rise and large-scale developments. With the Middle East’s continued growth in high-rise buildings and mega-projects,

Google Cloud’s Center of Excellence Opens in Qatar’s Free Zones to Bolster Qatar’s Digital Capacity

Editorial December 3, 2024

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), Google Cloud and Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) announced the official opening of the Google Cloud Center of Excellence (CoE) at the Business Innovation Park in Ras Bufontas Free Zone. This milestone reflects the successful, long-standing collaboration between MCIT, Google Cloud and QFZ to further

Transport Ministry Issues New Regulation for Security of Ships and Ports

Editorial December 3, 2024

Source: Oman News Agency Under Ministerial Resolution No. 423/2024, the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has issued new regulations about the security of ships and ports. The new regulation seeks to achieve the highest levels of maritime safety. Based on Maritime Law No. 19/2023 and approved international agreements, the new regulation sets

Empowerment, Innovation, and Collaboration Drive Our Success in the Middle East

Editorial November 27, 2024

Speaking to a&s Middle East, Bilal Chehime delves into Gallagher’s transformative approach to security technology and discusses how the company is addressing emerging challenges in the MENA region through its own business philosophy. By: Mirza Bahic E-mail: mirza.bahic@asmideast.com a&s Middle East: You have been at the helm of Gallagher for almost two

Ajax Introduced DoorBell, IndoorCam and New Product Segmentation

Editorial November 27, 2024

On November 21, Ajax Systems hosted its sixth Ajax Special Event, an annual showcase of the company’s latest technologies and devices, which previously attracted over 2,000,000 online views. Moreover, this year offline events gather together professionals at 132 events in 43 countries. The presentation focused on the product updates and releases across all Ajax portfolio:

AI in Access Control: Enhancing Security with Intelligent Analytics

Editorial November 27, 2024

Artificial intelligence has now graduated from an academic ponderance to an inescapable juggernaut. Its potential for a business, regardless of industry, is enormous. We can see it make its mark in retail, banking, and healthcare. It also has a role to play in security, both digital and physical. It can enhance analytics capabilities, improve threat […]

Smart Stadiums Market Set to More Than Double Over Next 5 Years

Editorial November 22, 2024

A new report published by Marketsandmarkets on the Smart Stadiums market estimates this sector to grow from USD 19.55 billion in 2024 to USD 41.68 billion by 2029 at an impressive CAGR of 16.3 %. A smart stadium refers to an arena that utilises latest technology in perfecting fans, operators and other stakeholders’ experiences. Instances […]

ASSA ABLOY – From Design to Handover, Specification support and Software Tools

Editorial November 18, 2024

When the goals are better buildings, safer building users and happier customers, the answer lies in a combination of digitalization and personalized service. A unified digital thread eliminates any confusion which can follow when stakeholders juggle multiple versions of documents. Personalized specification support ensures stakeholders select the right door solutions,

Saudi Arabia’s Private Security Market Set for Robust Growth Amidst Economic Expansion and Vision 2030 Goals

Editorial November 13, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s private security market was valued at $2.839 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $5.675 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual rate of 8.0% from 2024 to 2032, said the Astitute Analitica report. The sector is experiencing rapid growth in 2023, fuelled by significant economic development and government initiatives. This […]

ASSA ABLOY Acquires Lawrence Doors in the US

Editorial November 12, 2024

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Lawrence Doors, a US manufacturer of coiling steel doors, grilles and counter shutters. “I am very pleased to welcome Lawrence Doors into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico […]