Here is a brief overview of the week’s news on Health Safety and Security Review Middle East, from 18th June - 22nd June 2017
Axis showcases new and enhanced technologies at IFSEC International
Axis Communications, a leader in network video, is showcasing high resolution network cameras featuring its new Forensic WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) technology at the IFSEC International exhibition, which takes place from 20-22 June at London ExCeL. Click here to read the full story.
IDC: Worldwide spending on the Internet of Things forecast to reach nearly US$1.4 trillion in 2021
A new update to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Internet of Things Spending Guide forecasts worldwide spending on the Internet of Things (IoT) to grow 16.7 per cent year over year in 2017, reaching just over US$800bn. Click here to read the full story.
Volvo buses to launch driver training course in the Middle East and Africa
Volvo buses has commenced initiative to help bus authorities and operators with a series of driver safety training courses across the Middle East and Africa, with an objective to reduce road accident, improve fuel efficiency and lessen the environmental impact for businesses. Click here to read the full story.
NICEIC to provide electrical safety training in Dubai
NICEIC, the UK’s leading electrical installation safety provider, has announced that it will establish a regional base in Dubai, to provide training and technical support to the help GCC authorities to tackle high incidence of building fires caused by electrical faults. Click here to read the full story.
Honeywell acquire cyber security software specialists Nextnine
Honeywell announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to purchase Nextnine, a privately held provider of security management solutions and technologies for industrial cyber security. Click here to read the full story.
Human factors need to be taken into account when addressing safety. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
H.E. Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi, director general of Dubai Government Human Resources Department. (Image source: DGHR)
Source: SafeStart
The RealWear Navigator Z1. (Image source: RealWear)
The Al Khobar 2 SWRO desalination plant located in Saudi Arabia. (Image source: ACCIONA)
The new uvex phynomic cut glove range is manufactured in Germany using 3D hand ‘formas’ to mimic the contours of the hand. (Image source: uvex)
The GS700 incorporates the capability to detect H2, in addition to its existing ability to detect natural gas. (Image source: Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection))
The campaign focuses on keeping construction sites clean. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
The new uvex phynomic cut glove range is manufactured in Germany using 3D hand ‘formas’ to mimic the contours of the hand. (Image source: uvex)
QatarEnergy LNG's CEO at the Safety Day. (Image source: QatarEnergy LNG)
H.E. Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi, director general of Dubai Government Human Resources Department. (Image source: DGHR)
The Tab-Ex 04 Pro DZ2 / D2. (Image source: Pepperl+Fuchs)
The Al Khobar 2 SWRO desalination plant located in Saudi Arabia. (Image source: ACCIONA)
Source: SafeStart
Both municipalities said they were committed to advancing HSE practices in the country.
The project will have an expected annual processing capacity of 900,000 tonnes of waste, making it one of the region’s largest. (Image source: EWEC)
There are a diverse range of factors to consider from suspension, soft textile materials, vented or non-vented models, to heat regulation accessories, size and aesthetics. (Image source: MSA Safety)
The workshop focused on safety in construction as well. (Image source: ICC)
The new partnership will enable HMi Elements to tap into Cobic-Ex’s global network. (Image source: HMi Elements)
Sarah Hutcheon, product development manager, OPITO. (Image source: OPITO)
To improve differentiation, hard hats can be customised with different colours and logos. (Image source: MSA Safety)
The new harness comes with integrated trauma suspension relief straps in leg pads. (Image source: Guardian)
Human factors need to be taken into account when addressing safety. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
