G4S Secure Solutions UK, an Allied Universal company, has announced the acquisition of TSS
(Total Security Services), strengthening its position as a major UK provider of security services, with
talent and market coverage.
G4S and TSS both have long and deep experience in security, strong corporate values that
complement each other, and a central focus on providing service excellence for customers.
TSS is a family owned business, with over 6,500 front line staff, providing over 11m hours of guarding
services each year to some of the UK’s largest retailers.
Steve Jones, Global CEO Allied Universal Services said “Allied Universal is the global leader in
security services with a long and successful track record of organic and inorganic growth. We are
delighted that TSS is our first major inorganic investment in our international business.”
Ashley Almanza, Executive Chairman, Allied Universal International commented “We are delighted to
welcome TSS to the Allied Universal family. Allied Universal and TSS have compatible cultures and a
common focus on innovation, technology and service excellence for our customers. We are confident
that the combination of our UK security businesses will deliver tangible benefits for customers and
employees and we look forward to working with the TSS leadership team to realise these benefits.”
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