908 Devices have launched their M908 (did you see what they did there!), which they describe as the world’s first and only handheld tool utilizing high-pressure mass spectrometry (HPMS) for trace-level chemical detection and identification

Argon Electronics has been contracted by the United States Air Force through the Air Force Civil Engineer Center to deliver their PlumeSIM CBRN training system to enhance CBRN exercises at the Silver Flag Exercise Site at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida

Two lots of news from Hotzone Solutions

Beth-El announced that they had introduced a new configuration of its multi-platform interoperable air filtration system at the UK based defence show

Avon win a $6.7m sole contract for the provision of a modified M53 respirator for fixed wing, non fast jet platforms

The U.S. Army Edgewood Chemical Biological Center is currently researching alternative technologies to better test suspicious powders to determine if they are a chemical or biological agent. A key technology they are studying, adenosine triphosphate (ATO)-based technology, allows for high

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With high risk processes and flammable chemicals, sophisticated flame detection is one of the highest priorities in the chemical and petrochemical industries; and with the new Flame 3000, Draeger Safety UK are helping keep workers protected round the clock.

Rapiscan Systems announced that it has passed the European Civil Aviation Conference’s (ECAC) Standard 3 threat detection test

Dublin company Decisions [D4H] has secured a five-year contract with the Government of Alberta, Canada

The Defence Equipment & Support. , Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Delivery Team (CBRN DT) will be hosting an Industry Day to present recent developments in the UK CBRN Equipment Capability

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[D4H]™ Hazmat Edition is specialized for hazardous material incidents

A flap over missing medical records is brewing at the Boston Fire Department

Joint Task Force Civil Support (JTF-CS) will test the ability to deploy and redeploy from a CBRN incident during a command post exercise May 20 – 24 at Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia, known as Exercise Sudden Response 13 (SR 13).

620DV AT advanced X-Ray baggage screener now meets STAC Certification requirements for liquid explosive detection

iRobot wins $7.2 million tender from Brazil to provide Defense & Security robots

The Authority has a requirement to provide a replacement for its gamma radiation monitoring capability, fitted in the Manoeuvring Room on board its nuclear powered submarines, plus 10 years support and maintenance. A gamma radiation detection capability and incorporated alarm is required that

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The U.S. Army Materiel Systems Analysis Activity (USAMSSA), in conjunction with the Joint Requirements Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JRO-CBRND), is seeking information on products, technologies, and approaches that support the mass casualty/patient...

Utah law enforcement receives training on FLIR Systems’ state-of-the-art forensic equipment to streamline drug cases

Hotzone Solutions recently started a series of field testing; why?

TRELLCHEM® Splash 2000P chosen for German civil defence solution

Ansell announces that TRELLCHEM® Super gastight chemical protective suit has been approved for use in explosive environments

In the small hours of Sunday morning the story of Boris Berezovsky's death broke across media. While there are markers of possible suicide, a recent Russian Forbes magazine article where he talked about life losing its meaning since leaving Russia, and alledged crippling debts, the British

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Lets be clear - there is some rubbish going around analysing videos at the moment on Syrian chemical attacks. Lets just assess a few of these.

CBRNe World has been monitoring social and mainstream media in Syria for the last year. So new allegations of CW use was not a surprise, but what does it all...

In cooperation with the Irish Presidency, EDA organises a workshop that's back-to-back with CBRNe World All Hazard Response

Cobham has been awarded a £16M order to supply NATO forces with leading-edge vehicle mounted IED detection equipment.

Bruker DE-tector passes the enhanced ASTM trace explosive detection standard .

Best Emerging Markets Airport Security Equipment Manufacturer in 2012

HazMasterG3 has reinvented the CBRNE decision support system.

Test Proves LPD 17 Class Safe in Chemical Warfare Environment - Test Proves LPD 17 Class Safe in Chemical Warfare Environment

Provider of mission critical solutions for military personnel and first responders enhances footprint in the Hazmat training arena.

CBRNe World & Cranfield University have made modifications to their independent lab and field testing of explosive detection systems in order to provide an even...

Argon has won its first major order from India, comprising a comprehensive suite of chemical detector simulators.

RAE Systems MultiRAE Pro portable multi-threat monitor widely adopted by major US government agencies including EPA.

By Sgt. Gene Arnold (source: web link)

4th Brigade...