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FVSB / VHI: Associations join forces to tackle regulatory challenges

FVSB / VHI: Associations join forces to tackle regulatory challenges

The demands on the construction and supply industries are growing – not least due to increasing regulation at European level. Against this backdrop, the Technical Committee of the Association of the Wood-Based Materials and Interior Doors Industry (VHI) and door...

Euralarm Welcomes VdS as an Associate Member

The European industry association Euralarm has admitted VdS Schadenverhütung as a new associate member. The organization will participate in all four Euralarm sections – Extinguishing, Fire, Security and Services – contributing its technical expertise to the European...

Bavarian Security Day: Cooperation as a Cornerstone of Resilience

The 11th Bavarian Security Day took place on 19 November 2025, drawing more than 100 industry professionals to Munich’s traditional Nockherberg venue. Organised jointly by BVSW and BDSW, the event placed a clear focus on how shifting geopolitical conditions are...

Andreas Paulick appointed Chief Executive of the BDGW

The Executive Board of the Federal Association of German Cash and Valuables Services (BDGW) has appointed Andreas Paulick, lawyer, as Chief Executive of the association. ‘The position, which was previously held by the Chief Executive of the Federal Association of the...

More than 23,000 participants at the Smart Country Convention 2025

800 speakers, 500 exhibitors and 1,000 sessions Next Smart Country Convention from 13 to 15 October 2026 The Smart Country Convention has become the largest event for the digitalisation of the public sector in Europe. More than 23,000 participants attended the event...

Review: 10th TeleTrusT IT Security Law Day 2025

Review: 10th TeleTrusT IT Security Law Day 2025

TeleTrusT hosted the IT Security Law Day for the tenth time. The annual event provides an interdisciplinary platform for discussing current topics from a legal, technical and political perspective. Participants from companies, public institutions, research...

Security Essen 2022