On 14 July 2025, France once again came together to commemorate its national day, known as Bastille Day, with the tradition and pride that have characterised this occasion since it was first declared a public holiday in 1880. As is customary, the focal point of celebrations was the grand military parade on the Champs-Élysées in…

As public venues face growing crowds and tighter schedules, advanced X-ray screening solutions are helping to maintain security standards while ensuring faster, smoother checkpoints for both operators and the public. From sports arenas and concert halls to airports and government buildings, maintaining security without creating long queues has become a growing challenge. As public venues…

The UK has launched a new Border Security Command (BSC), marking a turning point in how the country tackles illegal immigration and organised people smuggling. Backed by the newly elected Labour government, the BSC aims to take direct action against the criminal networks profiting from small boat crossings while working with European partners to find…

Belgium’s Concordia Textiles has added 3D knitting to its manufacturing capabilities with the opening of a new department in Bangladesh, expanding its offering across several sectors including medical, mobility and footwear. Concordia Textiles, a vertically integrated textile manufacturer founded in 1925, has announced the addition of 3D knitting to its production methods. The company, which…

Cyno-Ops has established itself as a key event on the international calendar for the working dog community. Set to return on 24–26 September 2025 at La Roche-sur-Foron’s Parc des Expositions, ROCHEXPO, the event continues to unite experts from around the world who rely on the operational capabilities of dogs in the field. Originally created in…

V-50 testing offers a clearer picture of body armour performance under varying conditions. Anorak’s Iridium HP.3.1001 plate was recently tested to assess its resistance beyond standard certification levels. Greek based Anorak introduced its Anorak Harm Protection® line of body armour in 2016, designed to meet high international standards. The company has since expanded its capabilities…

Set against the backdrop of Milipol Paris 2025, taking place from 18 to 21 November at Paris Nord Villepinte, the Milipol Innovation Awards will once again shine a spotlight on the industry’s most groundbreaking solutions.  Launched on 30 June, this prestigious competition is now in its fifth consecutive edition and continues to shine a light…

Bringing together top voices in homeland security, Milipol Paris 2025’s AI-themed conference tackles the most pressing challenges in homeland security with a rich, international programme designed for real-world impact. Milipol Paris 2025 has unveiled the preliminary programme for its official conference series, set to take place from 18 to 21 November around the theme “Homeland…