Maritime

Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics

Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics

Apstec Systems To Launch AI-Driven High-Throughput Discriminative Metal Detection System

Bruno Duarte

Apstec Merlin – The New Standard for Non-invasive Security Screening to Detect Metallic Threats Stockholm – Dubai, January 9, 2026 – Apstec Systems® (Apstec®) continues to deliver the Future of Security Screening, announcing today the launch of its new AI-driven discriminative metal detection system, Apstec Merlin, at Intersec Dubai (The World’s Leading Safety, Security and…

Ipsotek Launches VISuite Core to Transform Scalable AI-Video Analytics Deployments

Joy Finnegan

Ipsotek, an Eviden business, today announced the launch of VISuite Core, a new AI-Video Analytics solution built around a carefully curated set of pre-built capabilities designed to address high-value use cases across large-scale deployments. Informed by extensive analysis of real-world operational environments, the solution is engineered to deliver measurable return on investment, regulatory compliance, and cost reductions. Developed…

Intersec 2026 to highlight the importance of early embedded security in Gulf megaproject resilience

Bruno Duarte

The importance of early-stage security design, multi-stakeholder coordination, and alignment between technology, people and processes to be highlighted The Intersec 2026 International Security Leaders’ Summit will bring together global leaders to share best practices, benchmark innovations, and shape the next generation of integrated security strategies worldwide Intersec 2026 takes place from 12-14 January at the…

Flying Ferries Return to Trondheim — This Time Electric

Joy Finnegan

Trondheim’s fjords will soon be navigated by the world’s fastest electric passenger vessel, the Candela P-12 — saving commuters hours and bringing flying ships back to the city’s waterways. Starting on 17 December and stretching into January, the Candela P-12 — the world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry — will operate between Frosta Brygge and Trondheim…

Malaysia Selects Aireon’s Space-Based ADS-Bfor Surveillance in Oceanic Airspace

Joy Finnegan

The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) and Aireon have announced a strategic collaboration to deploy Aireon’s space-based Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) data for air traffic surveillance across the oceanic sector of the Kuala Lumpur Flight Information Region (FIR). This initiative marks a major milestone in strengthening Malaysia’s air traffic management capabilities and enhancing operational…

Leidos and Quadridox Partner to Make Baggage Screening More Accurate and Efficient

Joy Finnegan

By integrating their computed tomography (CT) and X-ray diffraction imaging (XRDI) systems into a new offering, Leidos and Quadridox are developing an advanced checked baggage screening technology aimed at increasing security while keeping luggage moving quickly during the screening process. The new agreement combines Leidos’ Examiner 3DX CT with Quadridox’s DELPHI XRDI technology. By leveraging the…

E3 Compression Latch with Visual Iindicator Now Available in Zinc

Bruno Duarte

Those prioritizing safety and security now have a cost-effective latching option. Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION Compression Latch with Visual Indicator is now available in zinc. The latch features red, reflective indicator wings that can be easily viewed when open, so users can tell if the latch is secure with a quick glance. This offering further…

KKR Launches Galaxy Container Solutions, a Global Container Leasing and Financing Platform

KKR Launches Galaxy Container Solutions, a Global Container Leasing and Financing Platform

Joy Finnegan

Investment firm KKR has announced the launch of Galaxy Container Solutions (Galaxy), a global marine container leasing and financing platform, in partnership with a team of industry veterans. Galaxy will be owned by KKR-managed credit funds and accounts, which are committing $500 million to the company via KKR’s Asset-Based Finance (ABF) strategy. Galaxy will provide…

WinGD and Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions Cooperate on Engine Service

WinGD and Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions Cooperate on Engine Service

Joy Finnegan

Swiss marine power company WinGD has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions, a leading shipbuilder and repair yard, to expand engine aftercare and technical services in the Middle East. The partnership, agreed during Nor-Shipping in June, will strengthen delivery of WinGD’s new lifecycle services offer, Global Service by WinGD, to…

Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics

Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics

James McKenna

New drugs, routes and tricks spur operators and vendors toward smarter, faster, safer devices. Air, ground, maritime and rail operators as well as enforcement officials face rapid changes in drug smugglers’ tactics, while detection vendors that support them are refining technology — including artificial intelligence (AI) — for products to help foil the crooks. Tougher…

Dealing with Insider Threats

Dealing with Insider Threats

James Careless

Insider threats are one of the most insidious dangers to face the transportation industry. This is because of the element of betrayal and surprise associated with them. The reason: “Insider threats are risks that originate from trusted individuals, namely employees, contractors, or third parties who have legitimate access to an organization’s systems, data, and infrastructure,”…

Biometrics at Borders

Biometrics at Borders

Mario Pierobon

Improving security across borders but privacy concerns persist. Biometric technologies are changing the way people move across borders, redefining both passenger convenience and security assurance. Facial recognition and multimodal biometric systems are integral to airport operations worldwide. From automated eGates to digital identity credentials, these systems are accelerating passenger throughput while reinforcing border integrity. Yet,…