Axis Communications Press Releases, United Kingdom

Axis awarded Cyber Essentials accreditation

09 Apr 2018 00:00 +0200

Compliance with UK government backed scheme highlights Axis Communications’ dedication to mitigate cyber risks within its own business as well as within the technologies it develops - Axis Communications, the market leader in network video technology, has recently received Cyber Essentials accreditation in the UK. The scheme, launched by the government in 2014, encourages businesses of all sizes in any industry to adhere to best-practices in IT security. Achieving this accreditation highlights Axis’ dedication to ensuring its systems are secure from hackers, enabling it to apply the same knowledge and expertise to the [...]

UK public transport security to benefit from growing shift from forensic to real-time video surveillance

20 Feb 2018 00:00 +0100

A move away from legacy analogue CCTV technology to IP video solutions will enable critical transport networks to effectively deter, detect and delay threats to ensure passenger safety - More than 85% of transport networks across Western Europe are planning to install IP cameras in the near future. That’s according to a recent survey commissioned by Axis Communications, the market leader in network video and audio technology, in partnership with the global public transport organisation The Union Internationale des Transports Publics (UITP). Globally, the transport industry has led the way in using network video for both security [...]

Visitor safety gets major boost at Belfast’s premier events venue with IP security camera upgrade

12 Feb 2018 00:00 +0100

New system propels The Odyssey Complex into the future of security with low-light technology that assures superb image quality, even during concerts and sporting events - The Odyssey Complex, a premier entertainment venue in Belfast that plays host to many of the city’s high-profile concerts, exhibitions and sporting events, has installed a future-proofed IP security solution that ensures its 1,000,000 visitors each year can enjoy the facilities in a safe and secure environment. The vast 23-acre site comprises the SSE Arena; a Pavilion including restaurants, shops and a cinema; the W5 Science and Discovery [...]

National Coastwatch Institution installs digital eyes along the Cornish coast to improve public safety

29 Sep 2017 00:00 +0200

Advanced network video technology deployed at Cornwall’s Priest Cove, capable of providing watch keepers with sweeping and detailed overviews of the popular coastal zone in stormy conditions - The National Coastwatch Institution has installed an advanced PTZ dome style camera from Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, across a focal point in Cornwalls’s Priest Cove. The Institution, having reported over 350 maritime incidents to date in 2017, recognised that the cove was not easily visible to its existing watch station in the area, potentially leaving visitors and fishermen at risk. With its local team, Cape [...]

Axis to host exclusive Partner Showcase event demonstrating cutting edge surveillance technology for a connected world

15 Aug 2017 00:00 +0200

Major industry networking event announced to introduce delegates to 35 of the leading players in network video all in one location on one day - Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, has announced the return of its flagship initiative to drive innovation through partnership – the Axis Partner Showcase event. The open day, on 11 October 2017 in Manchester, will showcase industry leading security systems from 35 vendors that complement Axis’ intelligent security solutions that enable a smarter, safer world. The event represents a best-of-breed cross section able to [...]

Experience SimonsVoss SmartIntego wireless lock and access control integration at IFSEC 2017

16 Jun 2017 00:00 +0200

Axis Communications has partnered with Simons Voss Technologies GmbH to launch a fully integrated, IP-based digital locking and access control system. The integration represents an advanced, cost-effective wireless lock and access control solution that is ideal for replacing physical keys in buildings. - SmartIntego battery-powered digital locks in the form of either cylinders, padlocks or door handles connect wirelessly via its GatewayNode to AXIS A1001 door controller and AXIS Entry Manager software. The solution represents a complete, scalable, fully integrated and future-proofed access control system without limitation. Useful facts about the integration: Each SimonsVoss GatewayNode has a 16-wireless digital lock capacity Each A1001 manages [...]

UK’s largest and most advanced experience centre opens to showcase best-in-class intelligent surveillance technology

19 May 2017 00:00 +0200

Demonstrating the latest applications for IP camera and access control technologies, global leader Axis Communications launches new experience centre at UK HQ as cybersecurity tops the agenda - Axis Communications has helped solve one of the largest challenges within the surveillance industry today with the launch of its new experience centre to educate on the potential for IoT technology, brought to life in an interactive environment. Axis now offers engaging experiences around the intelligent applications available through IP camera technology in their new centre - the largest and most advanced of its kind in the UK. The Axis [...]

The Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust to triple clinical training with video, audio and data solution

15 May 2017 00:00 +0200

New Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre to boost NHS Trust’s advanced clinical training capacity, collecting and playing back data from training sessions to effectively debrief trainees - The Royal Oldham Hospital, part of The Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, has recently opened a £600,000 state-of-the-art Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre to triple the number staff trained within the Trust. The centre makes use of innovative audio video technology from Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, enabling doctors, nurses and midwives to be trained in advanced clinical procedures. The main challenge the hospital [...]

Porthcawl’s RNLI; improving education and saving lives with network camera technology

27 Mar 2017 00:00 +0200

With the highest rate of lifeboat callouts in the UK for 2015, innovative technology from Axis Communications is being utilised to help educate the public on the dangers of the sea, aiding in reducing lifeboat launches and overall costs - Porthcawl’s RNLI station aims to improve education and safety around the water with the implementation of innovative surveillance technology from Swansea-based PC1 and Axis Communications, the market leader in network video. With high tourism levels and fast-shifting tides, the installation at Porthcawl pier provides an online live-stream of conditions. This ensures visitors are prepared for the conditions they will face, minimising the [...]

84% of small businesses call for intelligent video surveillance as existing systems fail to protect premises

30 Jan 2017 00:00 +0100

Research shows owners of retail, office and hospitality businesses seek smarter technology to tackle theft and loss as it emerges that legacy systems provide limited proof of crime - A survey* of small businesses in the UK has discovered that 84% of retail, office and hospitality owners are looking for video surveillance with high resolution images and intelligent features such as remote monitoring to provide superior security for their premises. 85% also stated that high quality and reliability would be important purchasing considerations when looking to invest in video surveillance. The survey demonstrates a wide consensus [...]

Video surveillance market set to grow in small business sector as concerns over theft increase

13 Dec 2016 00:00 +0100

Research by Axis Communications forecasts that the use of video surveillance is set to rise within the small business sector as four out of five look to replace existing systems to increase security - Research conducted amongst 500 UK small business owners1 has found that 82% of video surveillance users are considering replacing their existing system with more up-to-date technology. Of those that do not have video surveillance in place, over a third (39%) are considering implementing it in the next two years. Concerns over theft and loss in addition to a desire to apply the latest technology to ensure the best quality security were reported [...]

Axis boosts expansion plans with appointment of new Sales Director for Northern Europe

17 Oct 2016 00:00 +0200

Internet of Things (IoT), automation and big data specialist, Håkan Johansson, joins Axis as Sales Director for Northern Europe, bringing over 30 years’ experience at the cutting edge of technological innovation in a bid to further support Axis partner growth - Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, continues its accelerated growth strategy with the appointment of Håkan Johansson to the position of Sales Director for Northern Europe, with responsibility for the Nordics, UK and Ireland. Håkan’s work with system and process automation, IoT and big data will be key in driving Axis and its partners towards their combined goals, synonymous with the creation of a smarter and safer world [...]

Axis supports sales expansion with designation of specialist to new UK & Ireland Sales Manager role

20 Jul 2016 00:00 +0200

Security and network video specialist David Needham has been appointed to the newly created role in order to manage, support and grow the UK & Ireland sales team’s ongoing success - Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, has strengthened its expertise and service offering with the appointment of David Needham to the new role of UK & Ireland Sales Manager. David, previously a Key Account Manager at Axis, has over 20 years of sales experience working with global security brands. The newly-created role reflects a strategic decision by Axis to provide a growing sales team with the management and direction it [...]

Wireless lock technology opens the door to new access control possibilities at IFSEC 2016

20 Jun 2016 00:00 +0200

Axis Communications and partner ASSA ABLOY to demonstrate how advanced access control, combined with wireless lock technology, allows control of almost all openings in any environment - Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, will be demonstrating its AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller, alongside ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio® wireless lock technology, at IFSEC International 2016. The new, seamless integration makes use of Aperio® battery-powered cylinders, escutcheons, locks and server rack solutions and enables IT administrators to manage an entire AXIS management system from a single, easy-to-use interface. The [...]

Axis expands its expertise beyond large and medium enterprise to address small business security needs at IFSEC International 2016

02 Jun 2016 00:00 +0200

Building on its specialism in the medium-sized and enterprise security markets, Axis experts will also demonstrate how its new Companion line solution delivers benefits of IP-based video surveillance to SMBs - Axis Communications, the market leader in network video, will be demonstrating its newly launched video surveillance solution at IFSEC International 2016, the AXIS Companion line, developed to address the small business segment. Responding to the market’s need for a simple, cost-effective solution, it has been crafted for small businesses such as shops, restaurants and offices that have a basic need for video surveillance to secure employees, [...]