Category Archives: Security & Safety

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CVC Finalizes Agreement to Sell Leading Peruvian Cash Management Firm Hermes to Loomis

(IN BRIEF) CVC Capital Partners has agreed to sell its entire stake in Hermes Transportes Blindados S.A. to Loomis in a deal valued at SEK 4 billion, representing a full exit for its investment fund. Hermes, a leading cash management … Read the full press release

SGS Approved as Validation and Verification Body by International Carbon Registry to Strengthen Carbon Market Credibility

(IN BRIEF) SGS has been approved as a Validation and Verification Body by the International Carbon Registry, allowing it to validate and verify greenhouse gas reduction and removal projects under globally recognized standards. This role ensures that projects meet strict … Read the full press release

World Economic Forum Report Shows Artificial Intelligence Driving Measurable Gains and Competitive Advantage in Cybersecurity Operations

(IN BRIEF) A new World Economic Forum report, developed with KPMG, identifies artificial intelligence as the most significant force shaping cybersecurity, with 94% of cyber leaders recognizing its impact and 77% of organizations already using it in operations. The report … Read the full press release

Thales Enhances Collaboration With Singapore Agencies to Accelerate AI, Cybersecurity and Quantum Startup Development

(IN BRIEF) Thales has signed two Memorandums of Understanding with the Singapore Economic Development Board and Enterprise Singapore to strengthen its engagement with the country’s startup ecosystem and accelerate innovation in deep-tech sectors. Through its Trust My Tech programme and … Read the full press release

Siemens and Swinburne Advance Energy Innovation with First Australian Research into Quantum Enhanced Grid Stability

(IN BRIEF) Swinburne University of Technology and Siemens have launched Australia’s first study into quantum-enhanced timing for power grids, aiming to improve grid stability and resilience as the energy system becomes more complex and reliant on renewables. The project combines … Read the full press release

Siemens to Deliver New Generation Desiro Double Deck Trains Enhancing Capacity and Comfort Across Switzerland

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has secured a major contract with Swiss Federal Railways to deliver 116 Desiro DoSto double-deck trains, with an option for up to 84 more, in a deal worth around CHF 2 billion. The trains will be introduced … Read the full press release

Scania Launches Longline Cab for Series Production Expanding Premium Truck Offering with Enhanced Space and Flexibility

(IN BRIEF) Scania has introduced its Longline cab into series production, offering a new premium solution designed for increased space, flexibility, and driver comfort. Combining elements of the CrewCab and S-series high-roof cab, the Longline provides a unique factory-built configuration … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Completes Milestone with Christening of Final K130 Corvette for German Navy

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has completed a significant milestone in its naval shipbuilding programme with the christening of the fifth K130-class corvette, named LÜBECK, at its Hamburg shipyard. The vessel is part of a second batch designed for coastal operations, particularly … Read the full press release

Indra Leads European SHIMBAD Programme to Develop Advanced Multiband Radar for Future Warships

(IN BRIEF) Indra is leading the European SHIMBAD programme to develop a 4D multiband AESA radar system designed to become a core sensor for future European warships, enhancing surveillance, tracking, and defence capabilities against advanced threats such as hypersonic missiles … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Expands Mediterranean Presence with New Naval Shipbuilding Partnership in Albania

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri and KAYO have signed an agreement to establish a joint venture aimed at developing naval shipbuilding and maintenance capabilities in Albania, marking a significant step in industrial and defense cooperation between the two countries. The new entity, … Read the full press release

SGS Enhances Analytical Solutions with Launch of GMP Compliant NMR Testing for Pharma Industry

(IN BRIEF) SGS has introduced GMP-compliant NMR testing capabilities in China using a JEOL 400 MHz system, strengthening its pharmaceutical analytical services with advanced structural and quantitative analysis. The new offering supports the entire drug development and manufacturing lifecycle by … Read the full press release

Montagu to Acquire Majority Stake in DQS to Support Global Expansion and Digital Certification Growth

(IN BRIEF) Montagu has agreed to acquire a majority stake in DQS, a global provider of certification and business assurance services, marking a strategic investment aimed at supporting the company’s next phase of international growth and digital transformation. With DIN … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Showcases Sustainability Certification Expertise at CHINAPLAS 2026 with Focus on Green Materials

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Greater China showcased its sustainability expertise at CHINAPLAS 2026, highlighting a comprehensive range of certification and testing solutions aimed at supporting the transition to greener materials and low-carbon industrial practices. The company emphasized the growing importance … Read the full press release

Atos Secures Three Year Agreement with LCH SA to Deliver Secure Cloud Migration for Financial Systems

(IN BRIEF) Atos has entered into a three-year contract with LCH SA, a global clearing house and subsidiary of the London Stock Exchange Group, to migrate its financial information systems to a secure, SecNumCloud-qualified cloud environment. The project is designed … Read the full press release

EE Strengthens Cybersecurity Offering with New Scam Guard Platform Designed to Counter AI Driven Fraud

(IN BRIEF) EE has introduced a fully upgraded Scam Guard service aimed at tackling the growing threat of fraud in the UK, where record levels of scam activity are increasingly driven by AI-powered techniques. Building on its original service launched … Read the full press release

HENSOLDT expands capacity with new office location at Energon building in Ulm

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT has opened a new office location in the Energon building on Eselsberg in Ulm to support its continued growth and increasing demand for defence and sensor technologies. The facility, built to passive house standards, provides over 400 … Read the full press release

Scania presents broad portfolio of sustainable urban transport solutions at IFAT 2026 in Munich

(IN BRIEF) Scania is presenting a comprehensive portfolio of sustainable urban transport solutions at IFAT 2026 in Munich, aimed at supporting municipalities in reducing emissions and improving operational efficiency. The offering includes battery-electric trucks, biogas-powered vehicles, and fuel-efficient combustion engines … Read the full press release

Gestionar proyectos de IA con confianza: el PMI lanza la certificación PMI-CPMAI en español, que ofrece pasos prácticos para llevar a cabo con éxito proyectos de IA a los profesionales del sector en España

La nueva opción en español de la certificación PMI-CPMAI facilita a los profesionales de España el desarrollo de las competencias más demandadas para la gestión de proyectos de IA (EN BREVE) El Project Management Institute ha lanzado en español la … Read the full press release

EY and Institute of International Finance survey reveals cybersecurity and AI are reshaping risk leadership in global insurance sector

(IN BRIEF) The EY and Institute of International Finance Global Insurance Risk Management Survey reveals that cybersecurity remains the top concern for insurance chief risk officers, driven by increasing complexity, geopolitical tensions, and evolving digital threats. The report highlights growing … Read the full press release