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"Grosvenor Technology

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It’s the final day of The Security Event (TSE) here at the NEC Birmingham!

If you haven’t stopped by yet — now’s your chance. Come and see us at Stand 5/F109 before the doors close.

We’ve had a brilliant few days catching up with familiar faces, meeting new ones, and talking all things security - Bradley & Barry

#TSE2025 #TheSecurityEvent #SecurityExhibition #SecurityTech"

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/grosvenor-technology

"Beyond Security: How Access Control Can Enhance Building Efficiency and Sustainability

... Meeting current and future environmental challenges

While access control systems like Janus C4 may not directly control HVAC or lighting systems, they provide the essential occupancy data that enables these systems to operate more efficiently. By connecting access control with building management systems through relay outputs and data sharing, organisations can create more intelligent buildings that respond to actual usage patterns while reducing energy waste.

For facility managers and building owners, leveraging access control data represents a significant opportunity to enhance both security and sustainability. Through careful integration planning and ongoing optimisation, organisations can create buildings that not only protect occupants but also operate with improved efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

As buildings become evermore connected, the role of access control in supporting sustainability initiatives continues to grow. By implementing systems that can provide accurate occupancy data to building management systems, organisations position themselves to meet both current and future environmental challenges while maintaining high security standards."

https://newmarksecurity.com/insights/beyond-security-how-access-control-can-enhance-building-efficiency-and-sustainability/

"Beyond Security: How Access Control Can Enhance Building Efficiency and Sustainability

... Implementation considerations for maximum impact

To effectively leverage access control data for building efficiency, organisations should consider several key factors:

Hardware integration planning: The most effective implementations begin with carefully planning how access control hardware will communicate with building management systems. For systems like Janus C4, this often involves connecting the I/O Blade’s relay outputs to the building management system’s input points. These connections should be established during initial installation to achieve optimal results.

Scalable architecture: Organisations should select access control solutions that can grow with their needs. Modular systems like Janus C4 allow for straightforward expansion of both hardware and software capabilities, ensuring that sustainability initiatives can evolve alongside business requirements. The ability to add additional I/O Blades as needed provides flexibility for future integration projects.

Data analysis capabilities: To fully use access data for sustainability, organisations need tools that can analyse historical access patterns. This analysis helps identify opportunities for further optimisation and can inform decisions about space utilisation and energy management strategies.

Future developments and possibilities

The integration of access control with building systems continues to advance through several key developments:

Historical data analysis: Advanced systems can analyse historical access patterns to identify usage trends and help facility managers make informed decisions about resource allocation. This historical perspective allows for more refined control of building systems based on predictable occupancy patterns.

Mobile integration: The shift toward mobile credentials provides more detailed movement data within buildings. This granular information can enhance the precision of occupancy detection and help identify additional opportunities for energy optimisation.

Environmental monitoring integration: Access control occupancy data can complement information from environmental sensors to create more responsive buildings. When combined with readings for factors such as CO2 levels, temperature, and humidity, access data helps create a comprehensive picture of building conditions that supports more intelligent automation. ..."

https://newmarksecurity.com/insights/beyond-security-how-access-control-can-enhance-building-efficiency-and-sustainability/

"Beyond Security: How Access Control Can Enhance Building Efficiency and Sustainability

... How building systems utilise access control data

When building management systems receive occupancy data from access control, they can make smarter decisions about resource allocation:

HVAC Management: Building management systems can use access control occupancy data to make intelligent decisions about climate control. When access events indicate that a zone is occupied, the BMS can adjust temperature settings to comfort levels. When areas become vacant, the system can switch to energy-saving mode. Industry studies suggest this approach can help achieve HVAC energy savings between 20%-40% compared to fixed schedules.

Lighting control: Lighting systems connected to a BMS can respond to occupancy data from access control to ensure illumination only where and when needed. Car park lighting, for instance, can activate only in occupied sections during dark hours based on access events. Office spaces can adjust lighting based on occupancy, potentially reducing lighting energy consumption by as much as 35%.

Lift optimisation: In multi-storey buildings, access control information can help optimise lift operations. By knowing which floors are accessible to specific individuals, systems can prevent unnecessary stops and improve travel efficiency, with potential energy savings of up to 75%, according to industry figures.

Practical benefits of access-informed building management

The integration of access control data with building management systems delivers several practical advantages:

Energy reduction: Buildings account for approximately 30% of global final energy consumption and 26% of global energy-related emissions according to the International Energy Agency. By allowing systems to operate based on actual occupancy rather than fixed schedules, organisations can significantly reduce unnecessary energy usage while maintaining comfort in occupied areas.

Automated protocols: Using access events to trigger automated responses eliminates the human element in energy management. Systems can verify that all doors are secure, switch off non-essential equipment, and adjust environmental controls when the last person exits a zone. This automation ensures consistent energy-saving protocols are followed every day.

Space utilisation insights: Access control systems generate detailed historical data about how different areas of a building are used throughout the day, week, and year. Facility managers can analyse this information to optimise space allocation, potentially reducing the heated and cooled footprint of the building and identifying opportunities for consolidation. ..."

https://newmarksecurity.com/insights/beyond-security-how-access-control-can-enhance-building-efficiency-and-sustainability/

And another very useful and timely new Grosvenor Technology article, just added to the website of Newmark Security:-

"Insights

Beyond Security: How Access Control Can Enhance Building Efficiency and Sustainability

Access control systems have long been essential for securing buildings, but their potential extends far beyond traditional security. By providing crucial occupancy data that can be shared with building management systems, modern access control plays an important role in creating more efficient and sustainable environments.

Intelligent integration through occupancy data

The foundation of building efficiency lies in understanding when and how spaces are being used. Access control systems like Janus C4 provide valuable occupancy data that can be shared with other building systems to drive intelligent operations:

Occupancy Tracking

Access control systems continuously monitor who enters and exits different building zones. This data creates a real-time picture of building usage that forms the foundation for energy-saving decisions. By tracking which areas are occupied and when, these systems generate the essential information needed for smarter building management.

Data Sharing via I/O Integration

Janus C4’s I/O Blades feature volt-free relay outputs that can communicate occupancy status to building management systems. These relay outputs bridge the access control system and other building technologies, enabling them to respond to actual usage patterns. When integrated with a Building Management System (BMS), these signals can trigger appropriate responses from HVAC, lighting, and other systems.

Event-Based Automation

The cause and effect engine in systems like Janus C4 allows for creating conditional rules using “If This, Then That” logic. These rules can be configured to send signals via relay outputs when specific access events occur, such as the first person entering a floor or the last person leaving a building zone. External systems can then use these signals to adjust their operations accordingly. ..."

https://newmarksecurity.com/insights/beyond-security-how-access-control-can-enhance-building-efficiency-and-sustainability/

"Balancing the benefits of mobile credentials and traditional security

... Network infrastructure requirements deserve careful consideration during implementation planning. While mobile credentials can function offline once provisioned, reliable connectivity enhances the user experience during initial setup and updates. Security teams should evaluate Wi-Fi coverage and cellular reception in key areas to ensure smooth operation.

Practical considerations for security professionals

When evaluating credential options, security managers should consider several practical factors beyond technical specifications:

• Budget implications: While mobile credentials potentially reduce long-term costs through decreased card production and management, they may require initial infrastructure investments

• Compliance requirements: Regulated industries often have specific authentication requirements that influence credential choices, particularly in financial institutions, healthcare, and government contracts

• Disaster recovery: Comprehensive security strategies should account for system failures or emergency scenarios, with traditional credentials often providing reliable backup options during network outages

• Vendor expertise: Partners with experience deploying both mobile and traditional solutions can provide valuable guidance during system design and rollout, helping organisations maximise the benefits of their credential strategy

The most effective access control systems combine mobile and traditional credentials in ways that leverage their respective strengths. Rather than viewing these technologies as competing alternatives, security professionals increasingly implement complementary approaches that enhance security and user experience.

Mobile credentials offer convenience, multi-factor authentication, and remote management advantages. Traditional cards and fobs provide enduring reliability, established security protocols, and universal compatibility. By understanding the distinct benefits of each approach, security managers can develop credential strategies that address their specific operational requirements.

As security technology improves, the organisations that thrive will select the right tools for each application rather than pursue technological uniformity for its own sake. This balanced perspective ensures that access control systems remain secure, user-friendly, and aligned with operational needs – regardless of which credential technologies they employ."

https://newmarksecurity.com/insights/balancing-the-benefits-of-mobile-credentials-and-traditional-security/

"Balancing the benefits of mobile credentials and traditional security

... Where traditional credentials remain essential

Despite the advantages of mobile options, traditional credentials remain indispensable in many environments:

• High-security facilities: Government installations, research laboratories, and financial institutions frequently maintain card-based systems for their most sensitive zones due to established security protocols and controlled distribution.

• Reliability: Physical credentials function without concerns about battery life, network connectivity, or software compatibility, making them ideal for applications where dependable access is paramount.

• Infrastructure compatibility: Cards and fobs work with extensive installed reader networks, allowing organisations to maintain consistent access control across facilities with varying technological capabilities.

• Challenging environments: Industrial settings, construction sites, or laboratories with hazardous conditions often present challenges for mobile credentials, as employees may need to leave personal devices in lockers or secure areas.

• User preferences: While many staff members embrace smartphone-based solutions, others prefer physical credentials for simplicity and familiarity, supporting better inclusion across age groups and technology comfort levels.

Implementation strategies for mixed environments

Most organisations benefit from strategically implementing both credential types based on specific operational requirements. Multi-technology readers that support cards, fobs, and mobile credentials provide maximum flexibility during technology transitions. This approach allows security teams to deploy the right credential type for each application while maintaining system cohesion.

Zone-based implementation often proves effective, with mobile credentials serving general areas while traditional options remain for specialised functions. For example, an office building might implement mobile access for main entrances and common areas while maintaining card access for server rooms, executive suites, or research laboratories.

User population assessment helps determine appropriate credential distribution. Some employees might receive mobile credentials based on their roles or technical proficiency, while others continue using cards or fobs. This targeted approach ensures that each staff member gets the credential type best suited to their specific needs and responsibilities.

..."

https://newmarksecurity.com/insights/balancing-the-benefits-of-mobile-credentials-and-traditional-security/

A very useful and timely new Grosvenor Technology article, just added to the website of Newmark Security:-

"Insights

Balancing the benefits of mobile credentials and traditional security

Access control technology offers security professionals diverse options for protecting facilities and assets. While mobile credentials have gained popularity, traditional methods like cards and fobs remain crucial in comprehensive security strategies. Understanding the strengths of each approach helps organisations implement the right solutions for their specific requirements.

Understanding today’s credential options

Modern access control systems support various credential technologies that serve different needs and environments:

• Proximity cards provide reliable operation with simple presentation to readers.

• Smart cards offer enhanced security through encryption and multi-application capability.

• Key fobs deliver similar functionality in compact, durable formats that conveniently attach to keyrings.

• Mobile credentials transform smartphones into access tokens, creating new possibilities alongside established methods.

Mobile credential adoption continues to grow. According to the HID 2024 State of Security and Identity report, 72% of security professionals identified mobile identity as a top trend, with 64% of organisations implementing mobile ID solutions to some degree. This growth reflects the increasing role of smartphones in professional environments and the BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) movement, where personal devices serve multiple functions.

However, this growth doesn’t diminish the importance of traditional credentials, which continue to excel in many scenarios. The most secure facilities often employ multiple credential types, selecting the right tool for each specific application rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

When mobile credentials excel

Mobile credentials offer distinct advantages in several scenarios:

• Remote management: The ability to issue credentials remotely improves efficiency for distributed workforces, allowing administrators to provision access instantly without requiring employees to visit a central location.

• Enhanced security layers: Mobile devices create additional protective factors, typically combining something they have (the device), something they know (PIN/password), and something they are (biometric verification).

• Immediate revocation: Security teams can revoke access immediately through centralised management systems if an employee loses their mobile device or leaves the organisation.

• Improved user experience: For employees who already carry smartphones, mobile credentials reduce the number of items they need to manage, often resulting in better compliance with security protocols ..."

https://newmarksecurity.com/insights/balancing-the-benefits-of-mobile-credentials-and-traditional-security/

It sounds like the atmosphere in Birmingham yesterday was electric, and the event a huge success:-

"The Security Event (TSE)

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That’s a Wrap on Day One at The Security Event!

Day one delivered. From buzzing show floors and powerful live demos to bold insights on the future of security - the industry turned up and meant business.

A huge thank you to our powerhouse exhibitors, expert speakers, and the thousands of professionals who made today one to remember.

We’re back at 10am tomorrow for another packed day of innovation, strategy, and high-impact conversations. If you're not here, you’re already behind.

#TSE2025 #SecuritySolutions"

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/grosvenor-technology

"Take Me High" - Cliff Richard

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Take_Me_High

So day two of three at The Security Event in Birmingham today: 'the filling in the security sandwich' ... or Brumburger.

And hopefully it will 'Take Us High'.

"Brumburger Duet" - Cliff Richard with Debbie Watling

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZaj2Cy01LA

"Take Me High" - Cliff Richard

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiXGi9S6sCI

"Brumburger (Finale)" - Cliff Richard

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeF2K5hbHng

"Grosvenor Technology

3,567 followers

1h

It’s day two of The Security Event (TSE) and we’re back at it at the NEC Birmingham!

If you didn’t get a chance to swing by yesterday, there’s still time to visit us at Stand 5/F109.

We’re here all day chatting security, sharing solutions, and connecting with professionals across the industry. Whether you want to see what’s new or just say hello, we’d love to see you - Bradley & Barry

#TSE2025 #TheSecurityEvent #SecurityExhibition #AccessControl"

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/grosvenor-technology

Please note that I am now using the original thread for this event, started in February:-

"Grosvenor Technology at The Security Event, 8-10 April 2025"

https://www.lse.co.uk/ShareChat.html?ShareTicker=NWT&share=Newmark-Security&thread=E0900F2C-ECD3-4F8B-99DC-2291DD0398D4

Grosvenor Technology has top-notch Security Protection solutions (as indeed does Safetell): which can help to stop 'Massive Attacks'.

And these will doubtless have been attracting great interest in Birmingham today, especially with the enactment of Martyn's Law (Protect Duty legislation) last week.

"Security" - Etta James

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Puqn3egDmoQ

"Protection" - Massive Attack, with Tracey Thorn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3-PvKIc3e4

"Grosvenor Technology

3,567 followers

1h

We’re exhibiting today at The Security Event (TSE) at the NEC Birmingham.

Come and find us at Stand 5/F109 – we’d love to chat, show you our solutions, and hear about what challenges you’re facing in the world of security.

This event is all about connecting the industry – from manufacturers and integrators to end users – and we’re proud to be part of it.

Pop by, say hello, and let’s talk.

#TheSecurityEvent #AccessControl #HCM #TSE2025"

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/grosvenor-technology

8th Apr 2025 7:00 am RNS Conclusion of Strategic Review & Offer Period

"... The Board believes the Company's valuation is now at a level which bears no resemblance to the prospects or the typical valuation that a business in this sector would be ascribed; the Board believes that despite varying degrees of interest in the Company, the current equity value cannot be used as a base from which a strategic transaction can occur. The Board, in conjunction with advisors and major shareholders, will continue to assess the best route forward to deliver the substantial value that exists in this business, which is not being reflected in the share price today.

The Board has determined that based on discussions to date, it does not believe there is a prospect of an appropriate offer for the issued, and to be issued, share capital of Tissue Regenix being forthcoming in the near term. Accordingly, the Company is no longer in discussions with any interested parties. ..."

https://www.lse.co.uk/rns/TRX/conclusion-of-strategic-review-offer-period-utiwejw0tnur2k7.html

The company is in effect saying that its AIM listing is scuppering any chance of a strategic transaction at a decent price, which is what they seem to want, to deliver greater value.

The logical conclusion from this therefore would be to delist, like so many other shares are doing at the moment.

So I think there's an odds-on possibility that this will happen, in the not too distant future.

8th Apr 2025 7:00 am RNS China Rare Earth Export Control

"... Harena remains focused on advancing its Ampasindava Project through the Feasibility Study and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, while actively pursuing offtake and strategic partnerships to support future production.

Joe Belladonna, Managing Director of Harena Resources, commented:

"China's move to restrict exports of critical rare earths has made the need for diversified, geopolitically neutral supply chains even more pressing. Ampasindava is well positioned to be part of the solution, offering a large-scale ionic clay rare earth resource of magnet metals essential for global defence, energy, and technology markets. We are focused on progressing development and building meaningful commercial partnerships."

Further updates will be provided as the Company advances its development plans."

https://www.lse.co.uk/rns/HREE/china-rare-earth-export-control-satyo91dn1nl385.html

8th Apr 2025 7:00 am RNS China Rare Earth Export Control

"China's Rare Earth Export Controls Highlight Strategic Importance of Harena's Ampasindava Project

Highlights

• China imposes fresh export controls on rare earth elements including Dy and Tb - critical in the production of NdFeB permanent magnets

• NdFeB permanent magnets essential for military applications, including fighter jets, guided missiles, radar systems, and advanced weapons platforms

• Ampasindava hosts a JORC-compliant 698Mt resource with significant concentrations of these critical heavy rare earths

• Ionic clay resources offer potential lower-cost extraction, versus complex hard-rock processing

• Non-binding offtake term sheet signed with United Rare Earths Inc., supporting US domestic supply chains for defence and energy markets

• Company advancing Feasibility Study, Environmental & Social Impact Assessment, and strategic partnerships to support future production

• Recent export controls reported by Reuters (4 April 2025) reinforce the urgency for independent rare earth supply chains

Harena Resources Plc (LSE: HREE), the rare earths exploration and development company focused on the 75% owned Ampasindava Project in Madagascar, notes China's recent announcement imposing new export controls on rare earth elements ("REEs"), including magnet metals such as Dysprosium (Dy) and Terbium (Tb).

These critical elements, along with Neodymium (Nd), Praseodymium (Pr), are vital for the manufacture of NdFeB (Neodymium-Iron-Boron) permanent magnets, which are essential for defence applications including fighter jets, precision-guided missile systems, military radar, and advanced weapons platforms. They also play a key role in wind turbines, robotics, computing, electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies.

Harena's Ampasindava Project hosts a JORC-compliant large scale 698Mt resource, containing a significant concentration of these high-demand magnet metals. The ionic clay nature of the deposit offers the potential for lower-cost, lower-impact extraction, providing an alternative to China's dominance in processing and refining.

The Company has already signed a non-binding offtake term sheet with United Rare Earths Inc., a US-based group developing a Rare Earths Centre of Excellence in Tennessee, supporting domestic supply chains for defence and energy markets.

China's tightening of export controls underlines the growing urgency for secure, independent supply chains, as highlighted in a recent Reuters report (4 April 2025), which confirmed new restrictions on rare earth exports including Dy and Tb - metals critical to defence and advanced technology sectors:

https://www.reuters.com/world/china-hits-back-us-tariffs-with-rare-earth-export-controls-2025-04-04/ ..."

https://www.lse.co.uk/rns/HREE/china-rare-earth-export-control-satyo91dn1nl385.html

"About us

The Security Event is Europe's Leading Commercial, Enterprise & Domestic Security Show.

Launched in 2019 in partnership with nine founding partners at the forefront of the industry, The Security Event has rapidly established itself as Europe's ‘premier’ security trade-show. In 2025 TSE will welcome 450+ world-leading brands showcasing their leading-edge technologies and solutions to an engaged audience of over 16,500 visitors.

Hosted at the UK’s best-connected venue, the NEC Birmingham is ideally located welcoming professional security installers, system integrators, consultants, specifiers and commercial end users from the UK, Europe, Americas, Middle East, Africa and around the World!

Hello World! Adjacent to Birmingham Airport that welcomes over 12m passengers per year with over 150 direct flights from Europe, Middle East and USA, thus making The Security Event easily accessible from around the globe.

Our core vision remains, to create a dedicated platform that levels the playing field, enabling exhibitors, channel and end users visitors alike to connect making exhibiting and visiting as accessible and affordable as possible. ..."

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/the-security-event

"The Security Event (TSE)

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10m

Here we go!

Doors are now open for day 1 of The Security Event.

#TSE2025"

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/the-security-event

Hedgehog100 Posts: 3,965 Price: 70.00 Strong Buy

RE: International Customs Day – January 26, 2025 Today 11:48

"... Grosvenor should benefit relative to American companies using Chinese-Asian materials-components in their products, resulting in higher costs for them that Grosvenor won't face in Europe. ..."

In fact, some materials-components that were previously destined for the US will now be diverted to other markets, including the UK.

Which could mean that materials-components used by Grosvenor, and indeed by Safetell, actually fall in price.

So you see, the more you think about it, the more you see that Newmark Security is actually very well placed to benefit considerably from the new US tariff regime.