In total, 40 percent of the world’s population are already experiencing water shortages, with the United Nations predicting this figure will rise to two-thirds by 2025. Southern Water has also released some interesting stats, as it published its 25-year water efficiency strategy. It found that 92 percent of customers polled support water efficiency efforts; with 96 percent backing water re-use specifically. In today’s world water-p...

2014 is thought to be an exciting year for the wireless industry as it continues to transform not only itself but other industries as well. Over the next few years it is predicted we will see wave after wave of change as industries like healthcare, automotive and retail change and benefit from this early transformation. Then, over the next decade virtually every other industry will be connected to the wireless industry. With mobile data usage...

With less than 2 years now to the Enduring Phase of the UK Smart Meter Programme, preparations are now moving into a critical phase. The challenges facing any organisation planning to participate at any level in the programme are many and complex. Whether you are seeking to employ and train more meter installers or specify and purchase smart meters, gaining a detailed understanding of the processes involved and the scope of the work is vital....

Antibiotic resistance in bacteria poses a major problem to modern public health. Infections that were once routinely treated with antibiotics have become extremely problematic to effectively kill, making even simple surgical operations dangerous from the perspective of contracting a resistant infection . Resistant strains of bacteria, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, have sprung up in hospitals where they must be carefully...

With about US$300 billion of project finance debt raised annually across several capital intensive sectors-including oil and gas, energy, infrastructure, and mining - the oil and gas industry is represents 30% of the global project finance market. Without the potential benefits of structured, oil and gas project lending in the current credit-and-capital constrained environment could contract precipitously. SMis masterclass hosted by Sumitomo M...

A good deal of attention presented in the military is focused on how to improve capabilities engaging with influencers through various types of communications. It is hoped that these capabilities can be used to influence attitudes, behaviors and decisions, for example, “win hearts and minds”, of target audiences without resort to (or excessive reliance on) the use of force. By understanding how networks of influence form you can mo...

The analysts forecast the Global Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) market to grow at a CAGR of 3.17 percent over the period 2012-2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increase in UAV launch. The Global UAV market has also been witnessing an increase in R&D. However, the rapid technological changes could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. SMis masterclass hosted by Bournemouth University will address...

Following on from the success of Gas to Liquids conferences series in Europe, and building on 16 years' experience working in the GTL industry, the SMi Group is deligthed to announce its Gas to Liquids Conference comes to North America in March 2014. The SMi Group is bringing to you the most respected speakers from companies that are currently developing GTL projects in North America. This is a unique opportunity to hear about GTL advances exp...

The event, now in its 4th year, delivers the latest developments on how Utilities from the US and Europe are dealing with persistent threats and vulnerabilities. Attendees will receive insight into present and future SCADA and Smart Grid technologies and an assessment of security risks surrounding Electricity and Water infrastructures. The event agenda includes a presentation from ENISA covering minimum security measures for Smart Grids, and o...

Conference-2014 will feature discussion on current concerns in Eastern Europe and around the world. SMi are pleased to announce the return of their 7th Annual Border Security Conference. Border Security - 2014 will cover:• Marine security: detection of small boats, UK risk assessment of small marinas, port security• Airport security: cargo, personnel• Global operations of criminal networks moving through nations through borders...