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IFSECREVIEW • 71
IFSEC International , another success
The organisers and their partners want to thank everyone who attended IFSEC International 2017 at Excel , London in June , and , of course , all the sponsors who made the event possible .
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WITH ALL THAT HAS happened across the news recently , security is at the forefront of everyone ’ s minds and is a crucial part of a successful business , economy and country . At IFSEC International in London , professionals from every area of security came together to reflect on where this industry is and where we need to go .
‘ helping to spread the word and importance of our security industry ’
Press attendees covered the event from a range of media , including ; CNN , Guardian , BBC , ITN , Sky News and Channel 4 , all of whom are helping to spread the word and importance of our security industry .
Once again IFSEC International showcased the latest security technology , with more product ranges than ever before , alongside industry leaders delivering future trends across the seminar theatres .
There were many launches and outstanding seminar presentations and the three day generated many leads for exhibitors .
IFSEC International 2018 will return on 19 - 21 June 2018 . Meanwhile , on the 2017 calendar are :
IFSEC SOUTH EAST ASIA , Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia 6-8 September 2017
IFSEC INDIA , New Delhi , 6-8 December 2017
NSI LAUNCHES WOMEN IN SECURITY AWARDS
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THE NATIONAL Security Inspectorate ( NSI ), with its stand in IFSEC ’ s new feature destination , Installer World , welcomed a record number of service providers and launched this year ’ s Women in Security Awards with a drinks reception .
During the expo NSI experts shared their knowledge by taking part in seminars .
Tony Weeks , head of technical services took part in a panel discussion on current trends and the future of the security industry . Clare Crump , auditor , presented along with Tony Porter , surveillance camera commissioner , on the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice and good operational practice . Chris Hayes , operations manager , provided guidance on how to choose a competent fire risk assessor .
NSI is the official host of this year ’ s Women in Security Awards ceremony which will take place on the evening of 14 September on the Harmony cruise boat of Bateaux London .
Una Riley , the Awards founder , discussed how they continue to play an important role within the security industry .
Roy Cooper , publisher of Professional Security magazine and organiser of the Awards , encouraged industry representatives to nominate colleagues who have gone above and beyond their role to make a significant contribution to the industry .
ENGINEERS OF TOMORROW
The Engineers of Tomorrow competition was another key feature of IFSEC . NSI has been a stakeholder since it began nearly 20 years ago . The competition demonstrated the skills and talent of apprentices and young engineers .
NSI auditors Gary Hurst and Bill Baillie provided adjudicator support to oversee the competitors . NSI chief executive Richard Jenkins presented the heat winners ’ prizes at the end of the first day to Corrie Stewart and Martin Hannaway , both studying at New College , Lanarkshire .
Three NSI Gold approved company presentations took place on the stand with all three companies receiving recognition for their transition to the latest 2015 edition of ISO 9001 . The companies are Eclipse ( IP ) Ltd in Dumfermline , Stanley Security Solutions in Swindon and Pyrotec Services in Abingdon .
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