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February 10, 2025

Orbis Unveils New Brand Identity to Drive Future Growth

Orbis, a leader in protection solutions for property, people, and assets, is proud to announce the launch of its new brand identity. This rebrand marks a significant milestone, reflecting the company’s growth, strategic direction, and commitment to delivering tailored, innovative solutions for its customers.

Protecting What’s Valuable

The refreshed brand embodies Orbis’s mission to minimise risk by protecting what’s most valuable to its customers. This concept is at the heart of the new branding, uniting all parts of the business under a shared vision and strategy.

Ben Howard, CEO of Orbis, commented:

“Our new brand reflects who we are today: a customer-centric organisation with market-leading credentials and a strong focus on innovation. Centred on ‘Protect what’s valuable,’ our look may have evolved, but our values and commitment to our customers remain unchanged. We’re excited to continue driving the future of our industry together.”

Evolving Together: A New Era for Orbis

As part of its long-term growth strategy, Orbis continues to enhance its capabilities and expand its service offering through technology development, investment in our people and strategic acquisitions; by integrating businesses that align with its values and expertise, Orbis is strengthening its ability to provide comprehensive protection solutions across a broader range of industries and geographies. This rebrand reflects the company’s evolution and positions it for future expansion while maintaining its core commitment to delivering trusted, innovative solutions.

About Orbis Protect Limited

Orbis is the UK’s leading provider of vacant property services, site security, and people protection solutions. Since 1981, Orbis has built a reputation as the trusted partner for a wide range of public and private sector businesses and organisations, serving thousands of customers annually.

With 25 offices, over 300 service vehicles, and a team of more than 800 employees, Orbis delivers a fast, localised response across the UK. Their professional teams work closely with clients to offer exceptional value, outstanding service, and complete peace of mind.

Learn more at orbisprotect.com or connect socially with Orbis on LinkedIn and Twitter.

February 7, 2025

Protex AI Secures $36M Series B to Power Safer and Smarter Industrial Workplaces with AI

Protex AI, the global leader in AI-driven workplace safety technology, secured an oversubscribed $36 million Series B funding round, led by Hedosophia with participation from Salesforce Ventures and existing investors. This latest investment comes as Protex AI accelerates its expansion in the U.S. to revolutionize worker safety on a global scale through computer vision and AI.

“As global industries grapple with tighter regulations and increasing operational complexities, safety has emerged as a critical lever for growth and resilience,” said Dan Hobbs, CEO of Protex AI. “The safety market is evolving rapidly, with organizations prioritizing automation, efficiency, and employee well-being. We’re at the forefront of this transformation, integrating cutting-edge computer vision and AI technologies to not only enhance safety but also drive measurable improvements in workplace operations.”

“Protex AI’s safety solution provides employers with the critical insights they need in order to make real-time decisions that mitigate risk and better protect their workforce,” said Jessica Bartos, Principal at Salesforce Ventures. “We’re excited to support Protex’s growth as their mission of applying AI to the global industrial workplace will reduce accidents and help optimize operations.”

Urgent Need for Proactive Safety Solutions

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 2.4% of workers in the U.S. experience safety incidents annually, with 5,200 worker fatalities occurring in 2023. Creating safer workplaces is a priority for industrial sites, making it critical for a proactive approach to preventing incidents before they occur.

Fortune 500 enterprises, like DHL, are partnering with Protex AI to achieve measurable safety improvements, including an average 64% reduction in risk within just three months of deployment. Protex AI’s privacy-first architecture, featuring advanced anonymization and cutting-edge edge computing, ensures data security while empowering clients to address safety challenges proactively.

The company has also launched its generative AI tool, Protex Copilot, which empowers safety professionals to instantly analyze vast datasets, extract actionable insights, and deliver tailored recommendations. This innovative solution drives cutting-edge safety programs designed to mitigate risks, prevent accidents, and reduce fatalities in industrial environments.

“The safety of our employees is non-negotiable,” said Michael Fahy CEO Neovia Logistics. “We are committed to fostering a culture of safety excellence and Protex AI gives us the power to identify risk before it becomes a problem, fundamentally changing how we protect our people while enabling more informed decisions across our operations.”

Scaling Globally to Meet Demand

Protex AI has grown into a global leader, serving some of the largest Fortune 500 enterprises across manufacturing, logistics, and life sciences. As a global safety partner, the company serves clients spanning over 20 countries across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Protex AI was also recently named a Gartner Cool Vendor for 2024.

North America has been Protex AI’s largest market for the past two years. The latest funding round will allow the company to expand its U.S. presence and focus on bringing top-tier talent into the fold to continue driving innovation and enabling Protex AI’s growth.

About Protex AI

At Protex AI, we’re building a safer, smarter industrial workplace with an intelligent operating system that redefines how facilities operate. Our AI-powered technology is enabling businesses to gain greater visibility of unsafe behaviours in their facilities. The privacy-preserving platform plugs into existing CCTV infrastructure and uses its computer vision technologies to capture unsafe events autonomously in settings such as warehouses and manufacturing facilities.

February 5, 2025

Cority Partners with Salus Technical, Bringing Advanced Bowtie Risk Analysis to CorityOne Ecosystem

Cority , the global leader in enterprise Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) software, today announced a strategic partnership with Salus Technical, a UK-based provider of bowtie risk analysis software. Through this partnership, Cority customers can access Salus Technical’s Bowtie Master solution, with its advanced Bowtie Risk diagramming and analysis features, enhancing their ability to manage complex risks within high-hazard settings.

Managing risk is a growing demand for and one of the most critical challenges for organizations operating in high hazard environments. Traditional methods of risk assessment often struggle to adequately capture complexities common in high-reliability environments with intricate & highly coupled processes. Bowtie Risk Analysis, with its intuitive visual diagrams, enables organizations to proactively identify and assess compliance, or Bowtie Risk Analysis tools help organizations build a clear, actionable framework for advanced risk management.

Through this partnership, Cority will integrate Bowtie Master with Cority’s Risk Management solution. As part of CorityOne, the company’s comprehensive EHS and sustainability SaaS-based ecosystem, customers will also be able to access other Safety-based Cority applications and, eventually, the full spectrum of environmental, health, quality, and sustainability programs. This holistic approach provides users with one place for better insights, collaboration, and decision making.

Addressing Complex Risks with Cutting-Edge Tools

“Process safety and risk management require tools that not only analyze risks but also make the insights actionable,” said David Jamieson, founder of Salus Technical. “This partnership allows organizations to streamline their risk assessment workflows, ensuring they can visualize complex scenarios, identify key dependencies, and prioritize resources to protect their workforce and operations.”

Salus Technical’s Bowtie Master dynamically builds bowtie risk diagrams, simplifying the complexities of process safety. Unlike traditional tabular methods, Salus Technical’s Bowtie Master solution enables users to build bowtie risk diagrams dynamically with simple drag-and-drop features, providing a holistic view of risks and dependencies, and helping organizations prioritize required preventive and corrective actions. The integration with CorityOne will allow customers to connect insights from their bowtie risk analysis to other EHS workflows, helping them make informed decisions that increase resiliency, boost system reliability, and reduce the likelihood of catastrophic events.

Benefits of the partnership Include:

Enhanced Risk Visibility: Intuitive, dynamic diagrams simplify complex risk scenarios, improving cross-team collaboration and understanding.
Proactive Risk Management: Organizations can prioritize and address risks before incidents occur, reducing downtime and improving operational safety.
Improved Efficiency: Seamless integration with CorityOne enables streamlined workflows, data visualization, and effective reporting.

A Growing Demand for Bowtie Risk Analysis
Bowtie risk analysis has become a preferred tool in industries such as oil and gas, energy, mining, and transportation, where the stakes of operational failures are high. Regulatory trends in specific regions, including Australia, are further driving demand for bowtie risk analysis capabilities integrated in enterprise-grade EHS software.

A Unified Approach to Risk Management
“Organizations in high-hazard industries are demanding for solutions that simplify complex risk management processes while delivering actionable insights to support intelligent action,” said Sean Baldry, senior director of product management at Cority. “With Bowtie Master, we are bringing our customers a powerful, integrated tool that enhances their ability to manage the most complex risk scenarios effectively and efficiently.”

This partnership underscores Cority’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its CorityOne ecosystem through organic development and strategic collaborations, delivering comprehensive solutions that help organizations drive safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.

For more information, visit www.cority.com and www.bowtiemaster.com.

About Cority
Cority gives every employee from the field to the boardroom the power to make a difference, reducing risks and creating a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world. For over 35 years, Cority’s people-first software solutions have been built by EHS and sustainability experts who know the pressures businesses face. Time-tested, scalable, and configurable, CorityOne is the responsible business platform that combines datasets from across the organization to enable improved efficiencies, actionable insights, data-driven decisions, and more accurate reporting on performance. Trusted by over 1,500 organizations worldwide and consistently recognized as a leader in the EHS industry by independent analyst firms, Cority deeply cares about helping people work toward a better future for everyone. To learn more, visit www.cority.com

About Salus Technical
Salus Technical, based in Aberdeen, Scotland, provides engineering, training, and software solutions to help organizations understand and manage risks from major accidents. Their flagship product, Bowtie Master, offers advanced process safety tools trusted by industries worldwide.

February 4, 2025

Reform, responsibility, and raising standards: A CCS vision for 2025

The UK construction sector is at a crossroads. In 2025, ambitious government reforms, net zero targets, and heightened safety expectations present a valuable opportunity to reshape our industry’s future. However, the key to success isn’t just about building faster or cheaper—it’s about building responsibly, sustainably, and with integrity, says Amit Oberoi, Group CEO, Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS).

Reform must mean better, not just faster

The government’s pledge to deliver 1.5 million homes and accelerate planning processes is vital for addressing housing shortages. But speed without accountability risks cutting corners and eroding trust. Reform must balance efficiency with respect for local communities and the environment. By adopting considerate practices, including minimising disruption, maintaining clean worksites, and prioritising transparency, construction firms can leave a positive legacy that goes beyond the immediate project.

Sustainability Is a mindset, not a checkmark

The climate crisis demands that net zero becomes an integral part of our industry’s DNA. Embracing low-carbon technologies, greener materials, and circular economy principles is no longer optional. The Environment Act 2021 and Procurement Act 2023, provide a framework, but true leadership means going beyond compliance to deliver projects that are genuinely greener and smarter.

Net-zero isn’t about ticking a box; it’s a revolutionary mindset. Firms that innovate and lead in sustainability will not only align with the UK’s 2050 target but also gain the trust and respect of communities and stakeholders.

Safety is non-negotiable

The Building Safety Act has put regulatory accountability at the forefront, but safety must be more than just compliance—it must be a core value. Workers, residents, and stakeholders deserve the highest standards of safety and care. From planning to execution, every project must be designed with safety as a foundation. Trust in our industry hinges on this principle.

Investing in people secures the future

Our workforce is the backbone of the industry, yet we face a growing skills crisis. Positive workplace cultures that respect, train, and support workers are critical to attracting and retaining talent. Diversity, inclusivity, and upskilling should be non-negotiable priorities for every firm that wants to thrive in the years ahead.

A call to action

The next chapter for construction is about more than building structures; it’s about building trust, fostering progress, and prioritising responsibility. Ambition must align with integrity. By committing to higher standards in sustainability, safety, and workforce welfare, the industry can ensure reform leads to long-term success, not just short-term gains.

Let’s ensure that 2025 is the year the construction sector proves it can deliver for people, communities, and the planet.

Find out more about registering with the Considerate Constructors Scheme and becoming a leader in responsible construction by visiting: www.considerateconstructors.com/

February 4, 2025

RVT Group Expand Operations to Meet Growing Customer Demand

2024 was a year of outstanding growth for RVT Group; they were not only awarded a certificate for being the 14th fastest growing company in Kent, but also opened a brand-new 35,000 sq ft warehouse facility in Sheffield.

The Sheffield depot will act as their Northern fulfilment centre, and the Kent depot will act as their Southern distribution centre – enabling them to speed up delivery times and respond to engineer support calls quicker. It will also enable RVT to reduce scope 3 carbon emissions from transport mileage.

RVT Group have also had an internal restructure, which will enable them to provide a more tailored service to construction, infrastructure, defence and industrial sectors. This means that customers will be interacting with specialist consultants and engineers who are trained and experienced to handle the specific challenges you face – giving you the very best support from initial consultation, through to commissioning and ongoing technical support.

But their expansion doesn’t stop there! Later this year, RVT hope to relocate to a bigger depot in Kent, upgrade IT systems, enrol staff onto new training courses, launch a series of new products, and enhance their website with a number of new features. RVT will also be expanding their team across the UK, with a specific focus on hiring armed forces veterans with great engineering and project management skills. An RVT spokesperson said that they are “dedicated to continuously investing in the business to ensure they remain a robust, reliable and efficient partner of choice”.

So, who are RVT Group?

RVT Group are hazard control specialists. They offer bespoke solutions for fume extraction, dust filtration, noise control, climate control, ventilation, water treatment and more. Their technical consultants work with you to understand the full scope of your activities, before tailoring you a fully compliant, reliable, and hassle-free solution – leaving you to focus on the bigger picture!

RVT Group was established in 1993 as a small family business; and they now have iro. 150 staff, with depots across the UK, Australia and the US, and a combined turnover of iro. £40 million. The trusted partnerships they have built with their customers have enabled them to continue growing, while remaining dedicated to their mission of protecting people and the environment. RVT also give generously to charities every year, with a total of £389,452 being donated in 2024.

January 30, 2025

Comply365 Acquires ASQS To Boost Safety Management

Comply365, a leading software provider for the aviation, space, rail, and defense industries, has announced its acquisition of Aviation Safety & Quality Solutions (ASQS), a specialist in safety and compliance management systems. Expected to close in the second quarter of the year, this acquisition will bring ASQS’ iQSMS safety management software under the Comply365 umbrella, integrating with its existing SafetyNet platform to enhance safety and compliance solutions.

Comply365 is already a trusted partner for major global aviation brands, including Aer Lingus, Metrojet (Hong Kong), Airnorth (Australia), and Western Global Airlines. In 2023, the company expanded its reach by partnering with Wheels Up for document distribution.

“We are thrilled to welcome the ASQS team to the Comply365 family,” said Ilia Kostov, CEO of Comply365. “Their expertise and product strengths align perfectly with our mission to provide an integrated solution for operational content, safety, and training management. This acquisition reinforces our commitment to advancing safety management in the industry.”

The deal is backed by Comply365’s investors, with Henry Frankievich of Insight Partners stating, “The addition of ASQS further strengthens Comply365’s position as a global leader in safety management solutions.”

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