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Month: January 2026

Cyber Security Summit
Cyber Security

National Cyber Security Summit: Cybersecurity a strategic business risk

January 24, 2026

It’s been a busy time for New Zealand’s National Cyber Security Centre as it takes an unprecedentedly proactive posture in relation to cyber threats, a context the National Cyber Security Summit 2026 is set to […]

Russian tank
Beyond Pacific

Top 100 arms producers revenues surge as states rush to expand arsenals

January 24, 2026

Revenues from sales of arms and services by the 100 largest arms-producing companies rose 5.9 percent in 2024, reaching a record $679 billion, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Global arms revenues […]

Seasprite
Defence

Less Offered, Less Expected: New Zealand’s change in strategic circumstances

January 24, 2026

As an Australian ally, New Zealand is bringing less to the party than in decades past, and it seems that the Australians are now expecting less of us, writes Wayne Mapp. Is New Zealand’s strategic […]

Avigilon trends 2026
Access / Perimeters

Avigilon: Key physical access control trends for 2026

January 24, 2026

According to the 2026 trends report by Motorola Solutions / Avigilon, pairing innovative tech with surveillance systems and advanced AI analytics will make it easier to monitor and manage access while analysing patterns and trends. […]

Global OSPAs
Electronic Security

New Zealand represented in 2nd annual Global Outstanding Security Performance Awards

January 24, 2026

The 2nd Global Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) will take place on Thursday 5 February 2026 at 2pm GMT (3am New Zealand Time), streamed live to a worldwide audience. The prestigious event brings together the […]

OSPAs
Electronic Security

Nominations for the 2026 New Zealand Outstanding Security Performance Awards now open

January 24, 2026

The Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) are pleased to announce that entries are now open for the 2026 New Zealand OSPAs! Returning for the fifth consecutive year. The OSPAs are designed to be both independent and inclusive; providing […]

1RNZIR CO
Defence

Short Term Penny Pinching: QAMR and 1st Battalion Amalgamation

January 23, 2026

The latest NZDF unit amalgamation presents both a loss of capability and a lack of respect for tradition, writes former NZ Army officer Graeme Doull. The NZ Army has amalgamated two of its three Regular […]

Security officer
Guarding & Patrols

Security Officer Health and Safety: Benchmarks and interventions

January 8, 2026

Last December, International Security Ligue published a supplement to its Global Security Barometer focused on security officer health and safety. It found that the industry needs to recommit to protecting its people. Over several years, […]

RADM Golding
Defence

Two, Three, Four? How many new frigates for the Royal New Zealand Navy?

January 8, 2026

Line of Defence Magazine Editor-at-large Dr Peter Greener explains New Zealand’s deliberations over the ANZAC frigates replacement – and why two ships should not be an option. When the Defence Capability Plan 2025 was released […]

Apprenticeship initiative
Access / Perimeters

New apprenticeship pathway for alarm and electronic security businesses

January 8, 2026

The New Zealand Security Association has collaborated with ETCO to offer members early access to a new group employment model for apprenticeships. Having worked closely with Skills Group for many years to help build the […]

Risky business
Beyond Pacific

Risky Business: 2025 New Generation of Risk Report paints uncertain picture

January 8, 2026

The annual report by Riskonnect paints a stark picture in relation to state sponsored cyber threats, agentic AI threat preparedness, and supply chain risk. According to Riskonnect’s latest annual risk report, political uncertainty is climbing, […]

V-BAT
Defence

V-BAT: A new era of maritime surveillance for New Zealand

January 8, 2026

No runway, no problem. According to Shield AI, with a one-way range of approximately 700 nautical miles, its V-BAT uncrewed vertical takeoff and landing system delivers agile, affordable, and persistent maritime domain awareness. The tyranny […]

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