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Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Edinburgh Live
The giant lost Edinburgh building that once took up half of the Meadows
Taking up roughly half of the Meadows park, it was among the grandest and most architecturally stunning buildings ever constructed in Edinburgh, yet it stood in its completed state for barely six months. Had it survived, the main pavilion for the Edinburgh International Exhibition of 1886 would surely be regarded a piece of architecture of national significance. Standing 120 feet high, the impressive structure was topped with a large domed roof decorated with the signs of the zodiac and took up approximately half of the Meadows parkland between Brougham Place and Middle Meadow Walk. READ MORE - The creepy Edinburgh graveyard where the real Harry Potter characters are buried READ MORE - Inside 'ghost town' shopping centre near Edinburgh that's been left to rot Beyond the magnificent main entrance was attached a series of galleries containing all the wonders of the Victorian age. Opened by Her Majesty Queen Victoria, the legendary exhibition ran for a little over five months from May 6 to October 30, 1886, and showcased the very latest scientific, cultural and social advances that the western world had to offer at that time. The more than 20,000 exhibits, a selection of curiosities and scientific marvels from around the globe, drew hundreds of thousands of visitors over the course of the summer months. The vast array of items, many sourced from the far flung corners of the world, included "educational appliances; Italian furniture and marble; violins from Prague; Turkish embroidery; illustrations of mining, pottery, sugar-refining, sea industries, paper-making, printing, and railway, tram-way and other vehicular appliances'. Among the major crowd pleasers for locals, however, was the recreation of a typical 17th century Edinburgh Old Town street, featuring long lost structures such as the Netherbow Port - the city's ancient gateway, and the Black Turnpike, a medieval building that once stood near the Tron Kirk. The 17th century street exhibit was widely praised for its painstaking attention to detail and appeared on a number of postcards to help promote the exhibition. The areas surrounding the main pavilion also received special treatment. The Meadows were transformed to include landscaped gardens, with a fountain, rockery, and even a bandstand. Also situated in the park was a full-scale 'ideal home' filled with all the latest conveniences available, such flushing toilets, electricity and a bespoke kitchen. In the evenings, the grounds around the exhibition were spectacularly illuminated with more than 3,000 electric lamps - the largest illumination scheme ever devised in Scotland at that time. While relics, such as stone entrance pillars and a sundial, from the 1886 International Exhibition can still be found around the Meadows today, the main pavilion is long gone. Despite calls for the grand hall to stay, the authorities cited an 1827 Act of Parliament which prevented permanent buildings on the Meadows. The pavilion was duly dismantled when the International Exhibition closed in late 1886.
Channel Post MEA
21-04-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
ATERMES To Showcase Surveillance Innovations At IQDEX 2025
ATERMES, a French leader in advanced surveillance and security solutions, announces its return to IQDEX 2025 which will be held in Baghdad International Exhibition in Iraq from 19 to 22 April 2025, showcasing its latest surveillance breakthroughs alongside trusted partner IST (Information Systems). This marks the second consecutive IQDEX where the two companies have united, unveiled their shared mission to fortify Iraq's defense capabilities and drive homegrown technological progress. The focal point of ATERMES' exhibit is the SURICATE system—an AI-powered, multispectral surveillance solution proven across diverse operational environments. New at IQDEX 2025 is SURICATE's full integration completed with radar technology, uniting long-range radar detection with high-resolution multispectral optics. This combined capability delivers pinpoint precision for identifying drones, vehicles, and human targets, enables rapid threat assessment for immediate action, and reduces operator workload through AI-driven automation—ultimately freeing personnel to focus on strategic decision-making. 'ATERMES is dedicated to building meaningful partnerships, sharing knowledge, and delivering state-of-the-art solutions solely tailored to the challenges faced by Iraqi defense and homeland security forces,' says Lionel Thomas, Chairman of ATERMES. 'By combining the 'on-time' reach of radar detection with SURICATE's target classification based on intelligent multispectral optics, we deliver a modular, mission-adaptable system ideally suited for Iraq's complex security landscape.' ATERMES' ongoing participation in IQDEX reflects its steadfast commitment to the Iraqi market. More than a simple product display, the company is intent on wearing a local behavior, on transferring technical expertise, launching local assembly lines, conducting joint demonstrations, and fostering localized R&D and training programs, thanks to our great complementarity with IST. By investing in these areas, ATERMES aims to cultivate Iraqi talent and support a sustainable ecosystem of defense innovation that helps ensure Iraq's long-term security and sovereignty. ATERMES recognizes the growing importance of the Middle East defense market and views Iraq as a pivotal partner in the region. By working collaboratively with IST and other local stakeholders, ATERMES aims to foster mutually beneficial relationships that spur innovation, improve defense capabilities and bolster Iraq's technological self-reliance. For more details about ATERMES and its participation in IQDEX 2025, visit the company's booth number A5.2. 0 0
Tahawul Tech
21-04-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
ATERMES to spotlight surveillance Innovations at IQDEX 2025
ATERMES, a French leader in advanced surveillance and security solutions, announces its return to IQDEX 2025 which will be held in Baghdad International Exhibition in Iraq from 19 to 22 April 2025, showcasing its latest surveillance breakthroughs alongside trusted partner IST (Information Systems). This marks the second consecutive IQDEX where the two companies have united, unveiled their shared mission to fortify Iraq's defence capabilities and drive homegrown technological progress. The focal point of ATERMES' exhibit is the SURICATE system—an AI-powered, multispectral surveillance solution proven across diverse operational environments. New at IQDEX 2025 is SURICATE's full integration completed with radar technology, uniting long-range radar detection with high-resolution multispectral optics. This combined capability delivers pinpoint precision for identifying drones, vehicles, and human targets, enables rapid threat assessment for immediate action, and reduces operator workload through AI-driven automation—ultimately freeing personnel to focus on strategic decision-making. 'ATERMES is dedicated to building meaningful partnerships, sharing knowledge, and delivering state-of-the-art solutions solely tailored to the challenges faced by Iraqi defence and homeland security forces', says Lionel Thomas, Chairman of ATERMES. 'By combining the 'on-time' reach of radar detection with SURICATE's target classification based on intelligent multispectral optics, we deliver a modular, mission-adaptable system ideally suited for Iraq's complex security landscape'. ATERMES' ongoing participation in IQDEX reflects its steadfast commitment to the Iraqi market. More than a simple product display, the company is intent on wearing a local behaviour, on transferring technical expertise, launching local assembly lines, conducting joint demonstrations, and fostering localised R&D and training programs, thanks to our great complementarity with IST. By investing in these areas, ATERMES aims to cultivate Iraqi talent and support a sustainable ecosystem of defence innovation that helps ensure Iraq's long-term security and sovereignty. ATERMES recognises the growing importance of the Middle East defence market and views Iraq as a pivotal partner in the region. By working collaboratively with IST and other local stakeholders, ATERMES aims to foster mutually beneficial relationships that spur innovation, improve defence capabilities and bolster Iraq's technological self-reliance. For more details about ATERMES and its participation in IQDEX 2025, please visit the company's booth number A5.2. Image Credit: ATERMES
Mid East Info
17-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
ATERMES to Spotlight Advanced Surveillance Innovations at IQDEX 2025 - Middle East Business News and Information
ATERMES, a French leader in advanced surveillance and security solutions, announces its return to IQDEX 2025 which will be held in Baghdad International Exhibition in Iraq from 19 to 22 April 2025, showcasing its latest surveillance breakthroughs alongside trusted partner IST (Information Systems). This marks the second consecutive IQDEX where the two companies have united, unveiled their shared mission to fortify Iraq's defense capabilities and drive homegrown technological progress. The focal point of ATERMES' exhibit is the SURICATE system—an AI-powered, multispectral surveillance solution proven across diverse operational environments. New at IQDEX 2025 is SURICATE's full integration completed with radar technology, uniting long-range radar detection with high-resolution multispectral optics. This combined capability delivers pinpoint precision for identifying drones, vehicles, and human targets, enables rapid threat assessment for immediate action, and reduces operator workload through AI-driven automation—ultimately freeing personnel to focus on strategic decision-making. 'ATERMES is dedicated to building meaningful partnerships, sharing knowledge, and delivering state-of-the-art solutions solely tailored to the challenges faced by Iraqi defense and homeland security forces,' says Lionel Thomas, Chairman of ATERMES. 'By combining the 'on-time' reach of radar detection with SURICATE's target classification based on intelligent multispectral optics, we deliver a modular, mission-adaptable system ideally suited for Iraq's complex security landscape.' ATERMES' ongoing participation in IQDEX reflects its steadfast commitment to the Iraqi market. More than a simple product display, the company is intent on wearing a local behavior, on transferring technical expertise, launching local assembly lines, conducting joint demonstrations, and fostering localized R&D and training programs, thanks to our great complementarity with IST. By investing in these areas, ATERMES aims to cultivate Iraqi talent and support a sustainable ecosystem of defense innovation that helps ensure Iraq's long-term security and sovereignty. ATERMES recognizes the growing importance of the Middle East defense market and views Iraq as a pivotal partner in the region. By working collaboratively with IST and other local stakeholders, ATERMES aims to foster mutually beneficial relationships that spur innovation, improve defense capabilities and bolster Iraq's technological self-reliance. For more details about ATERMES and its participation in IQDEX 2025, please visit the company's booth number A5.2.
Zawya
17-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ATERMES to spotlight advanced surveillance innovations at IQDEX 2025s
Dubai, UAE – ATERMES, a French leader in advanced surveillance and security solutions, announces its return to IQDEX 2025 which will be held in Baghdad International Exhibition in Iraq from 19 to 22 April 2025, showcasing its latest surveillance breakthroughs alongside trusted partner IST (Information Systems). This marks the second consecutive IQDEX where the two companies have united, unveiled their shared mission to fortify Iraq's defense capabilities and drive homegrown technological progress. The focal point of ATERMES' exhibit is the SURICATE system—an AI-powered, multispectral surveillance solution proven across diverse operational environments. New at IQDEX 2025 is SURICATE's full integration completed with radar technology, uniting long-range radar detection with high-resolution multispectral optics. This combined capability delivers pinpoint precision for identifying drones, vehicles, and human targets, enables rapid threat assessment for immediate action, and reduces operator workload through AI-driven automation—ultimately freeing personnel to focus on strategic decision-making. ' ATERMES is dedicated to building meaningful partnerships, sharing knowledge, and delivering state-of-the-art solutions solely tailored to the challenges faced by Iraqi defense and homeland security forces,' says Lionel Thomas, Chairman of ATERMES. 'By combining the 'on-time' reach of radar detection with SURICATE's target classification based on intelligent multispectral optics, we deliver a modular, mission-adaptable system ideally suited for Iraq's complex security landscape.' ATERMES' ongoing participation in IQDEX reflects its steadfast commitment to the Iraqi market. More than a simple product display, the company is intent on wearing a local behavior, on transferring technical expertise, launching local assembly lines, conducting joint demonstrations, and fostering localized R&D and training programs, thanks to our great complementarity with IST. By investing in these areas, ATERMES aims to cultivate Iraqi talent and support a sustainable ecosystem of defense innovation that helps ensure Iraq's long-term security and sovereignty. ATERMES recognizes the growing importance of the Middle East defense market and views Iraq as a pivotal partner in the region. By working collaboratively with IST and other local stakeholders, ATERMES aims to foster mutually beneficial relationships that spur innovation, improve defense capabilities and bolster Iraq's technological self-reliance. For more details about ATERMES and its participation in IQDEX 2025, please visit the company's booth number A5.2. About ATERMES Founded in 1989, ATERMES is a leading French company specializing in advanced high-tech solutions designed for demanding environments. With over 30 years of expertise, ATERMES has prioritized research and development to continuously enhance its capabilities across four core areas: Mechanics, Electronics, Optronics, and Software. Today, ATERMES combines its dual focus on Services and Products to deliver customized solutions for partners in the challenging defense sector, backed by a robust industrial foundation. With a strategic emphasis on the Middle East and Africa, ATERMES offers specialized solutions for border protection, critical infrastructure surveillance, and military applications, effectively addressing the security needs of governments and organizations throughout the region. Media Relations: Mohamad El Fil BEYOND Marketing & Communications mohamad@
