Public Safety

DroneShield signs >$1m deal with Aust law enforcement agency

03 June, 2025 | Supplied by: DroneShield

An Australian law enforcement agency will adopt DroneShield's advanced counter-drone solutions, in a commitment to safeguarding national security in the face of evolving unmanned aerial threats.


How smart maps are changing school emergency response

29 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Emergent 3

When emergencies happen at school, every second matters. But many of the systems we still use to respond to crises are outdated.


Leveraging AI for increased public safety at the Brisbane Olympics

27 May, 2025 by Joe De Martino

Smart technology presents an unparalleled opportunity to revolutionise public safety, and security specialist Joe De Martino believes the use of AI-supported security cameras should be at the heart of our strategy.


Body cameras reduce violence and theft for UK retailer

21 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Motorola Solutions

Poundland has reported an 11% drop in violence against store employees and a marked reduction in shoplifting and theft since deploying body cameras from Motorola Solutions.


Intelligent bonding and SASE: secure, high-performance connectivity for the public sector

01 May, 2025 by John Hopping, CTO Asia Pacific, Enterprise Wireless Solutions, Ericsson | Supplied by: Ericsson Australia Pty Ltd

As emergency situations unfold and connectivity needs shift rapidly, these technologies adapt to maintain optimised access and performance despite adverse conditions.


Motorola Solutions SVX and Assist for APX NEXT radio

29 April, 2025 | Supplied by: Motorola Solutions

Converging a body camera with a radio replaces the need for multiple devices, while the AI provides contextual and actionable information.


Digital radio rollout for Victoria's Marine Search and Rescue

10 April, 2025

A new digital radio program is helping Victoria's Marine Search and Rescue and the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard better communicate during coastal water rescues.


Why P25 technology remains a good fit for public safety communications

01 April, 2025 by Sandra Wendelken* | Supplied by: Tait Communications

Digital LMR technology ensures police officers, firefighters and emergency management teams can respond quickly and efficiently when emergencies arise.


TasGRN expanded to 400 sites

24 March, 2025 by Dylan Bushell-Embling | Supplied by: Motorola Solutions

Over the past 12 months, the statewide emergency communications network has supported an average of 310,000 voice calls spanning nearly 1000 hours per month.


From past to present: leveraging satellite data for better disaster resilience

04 March, 2025 by Kateryna Sergieieva, Senior Scientist at EOS Data Analytics* | Supplied by: EOS Data Analytics

Whether monitoring flood-prone regions or assessing wildfire-prone landscapes, historical satellite data transforms raw images into actionable intelligence.


Govt plans universal outdoor mobile coverage across Australia

25 February, 2025

Under the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation, mobile carriers would be required to provide access to mobile voice and SMS almost everywhere in Australia.


Motorola to maintain Vic's Metropolitan Mobile Radio network

18 February, 2025 | Supplied by: Motorola Solutions

The contract with the Department of Justice and Community Safety will extend MMR's operation until 2035, providing secure and trusted radio communications for Victoria's public safety agencies.


Drones assist firefighting efforts at Sydney recycling plant

07 February, 2025

After a recycling plant in Sydney's west went up in flames, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) utilised a fleet of specialist drones during its emergency response.


Lancashire Police adds in-car video to full vehicle fleet

05 February, 2025 | Supplied by: Motorola Solutions

Motorola Solutions' M500 in-car video solution observes a vehicle's environment from multiple viewpoints to provide officers with real-time awareness of their surroundings.


Softil issues its 2025 outlook for mission-critical communications

31 January, 2025 by Anatoli Levine, Director, Products and Standards at Softil Innovative Communications | Supplied by: Softil

Overall, MCX has built significant momentum globally and this trend is expected to accelerate in 2025.


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