Category: RAPID

IAATI UK awards

Datatag’s Double Triumph at IAATI UK Conference Recognises Innovation and Dedication in the Fight Against Vehicle Crime

October 10, 2025

Datatag ID Ltd has been recognised with two prestigious honours at the recent International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) UK Conference, highlighting both the company’s technological innovation and the personal dedication of its team in the ongoing battle against vehicle crime. Datatag’s RAPID (Registered Assets Police Information Database) web based search application was awarded the Alan Taylor Award for … More Datatag’s Double Triumph at IAATI UK Conference Recognises Innovation and Dedication in the Fight Against Vehicle Crime

RAPID Award

RAPID celebrates first year since launch with PlantWorx award win

October 2, 2025

RAPID – the Registered Assets Police Information Database – has marked one year since its official launch with national recognition, winning the Security Initiative Award at last week’s PlantWorx Innovation Awards (Newark Showground, 23rd September). Judges described RAPID as “a game-changer for machinery security and a vital tool for tackling equipment theft.” First announced to the … More RAPID celebrates first year since launch with PlantWorx award win

Cits Conference 2025

Datatag Announced as Platinum Sponsor for Combined Industries Theft Solutions (CITS) Annual Conference at JCB Global Headquarters

August 7, 2025

Datatag ID Ltd, the UK’s leading provider of forensic marking and asset identification solutions, is proud to announce its role as Platinum Sponsor of the upcoming Combined Industries Theft Solutions (CITS) Annual Conference, taking place at JCB’s prestigious Global Headquarters in Rocester. The annual CITS Conference is a key event in the fight against organised … More Datatag Announced as Platinum Sponsor for Combined Industries Theft Solutions (CITS) Annual Conference at JCB Global Headquarters

CESAR Scheme at Cereals Event

CESAR SCHEME RETURNS TO CEREALS 2025 WITH POWERFUL NEW TOOLS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST RURAL CRIME

June 10, 2025

The CESAR Scheme – the UK’s official equipment security and registration scheme, owned by the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) and powered by Datatag – is set to return to Cereals 2025, taking place on 11–12 June at Heath Farm, Lincolnshire. As rural crime continues to rise, particularly around high-value machinery, the CESAR team will be … More CESAR SCHEME RETURNS TO CEREALS 2025 WITH POWERFUL NEW TOOLS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST RURAL CRIME

Rural Crime

RURAL CRIME CONTINUES TO BE A HUGE ISSUE, BLIGHTING OUR HARD-WORKING FARMERS AND THEIR FAMILIES!

June 4, 2025

The NFU latest Rural Crime Report shows an increase of over 4% on previous years, standing at an estimated £52 million per year… This can be put down to now, more organised than ever, criminal gangs who target high value machinery for overseas markets, where supply is more limited. CESAR is the only officially sanction … More RURAL CRIME CONTINUES TO BE A HUGE ISSUE, BLIGHTING OUR HARD-WORKING FARMERS AND THEIR FAMILIES!

CESAR Champion

CESAR CHAMPIONS LEAD THE FIGHT AGAINST MACHINERY THEFT

January 27, 2025

The Construction Equipment Association (CEA) launched the CESAR Champion initiative to encourage law enforcement officers to actively engage with the CESAR Scheme. The initiative is designed to reward officers who use the system to identify stolen construction and agricultural machinery, helping to combat equipment theft. By recognising officers who carry out checks on CESAR-marked machines, the initiative promotes … More CESAR CHAMPIONS LEAD THE FIGHT AGAINST MACHINERY THEFT

DATATAG TO OFFER ON-SITE RE-REGISTRATION AND UNVEIL NEW RFID SECURITY UPGRADE AT MOTORCYCLE LIVE!

November 11, 2024

Datatag, the leading provider of identification technology for motorcycles and scooters, is excited to announce its presence at Motorcycle Live in Hall 4, Stand 4B10. Attendees are invited to take advantage of exclusive, on-site offerings, including in-person re-registration, new Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID upgrade kits, and special show-only pricing on our popular security systems. … More DATATAG TO OFFER ON-SITE RE-REGISTRATION AND UNVEIL NEW RFID SECURITY UPGRADE AT MOTORCYCLE LIVE!

UK POLICE EMBRACE NEW CESAR SCHEME RAPID SEARCH APPLICATION

October 9, 2024

Over 600 Police Officers across the UK registered for the new RAPID asset search application in its first week of launch. RAPID, the Registered Assets Police Information Database, is a powerful web-based search tool designed to significantly enhance the speed and efficiency of plant and machinery identification. With advanced mobile technology, RAPID enables officers to … More UK POLICE EMBRACE NEW CESAR SCHEME RAPID SEARCH APPLICATION

CESAR ANNOUNCES 625,000TH MACHINE PROTECTED TODAY AT LAMMA

January 17, 2024

Today (17th January 2024) at the country’s premier agricultural show, LAMMA, CESAR celebrated a significant milestone: the protection of their 625,000th machine with advanced security marking technologies. Kevin Howells, MD of Datatag ID Ltd, a key partner in the scheme, presented a symbolic CESAR identification plate, numbered 625,000, to Ian Roberts, Sales Manager, Ernest Doe, … More CESAR ANNOUNCES 625,000TH MACHINE PROTECTED TODAY AT LAMMA

KAWASAKI LEADS THE WAY IN CUSTOMER SECURITY WITH THE ADOPTION OF THE CESAR SYSTEM FOR UTILITY RANGE IN 2024

January 17, 2024

In anticipation of the groundbreaking Equipment Theft (Prevention) Act 2023, Kawasaki proudly announces the integration of the industry-leading CESAR Security System, powered by Datatag, into all its ATV models beginning in 2024. Addressing the critical issue of vehicle theft in the agricultural sector, Kawasaki proactively enhances customer security and protects their investment. The CESAR Security … More KAWASAKI LEADS THE WAY IN CUSTOMER SECURITY WITH THE ADOPTION OF THE CESAR SYSTEM FOR UTILITY RANGE IN 2024