The highly anticipated acquisition of STANLEY Security and Healthcare accelerates Securitas’ transformation journey toward technology-based solutions and its ambition to position itself as an outstanding global security and safety partner that helps make the world a safer place.
- Securitas accelerates its transition toward technology-based solutions
- The company significantly strengthens its technology and expertise in key markets and the acquisition enables Securitas to become a stronger business partner to support its clients globally
- Together with STANLEY Security and Healthcare, Securitas will be able to provide a complementary offering across the security services value chain to seamlessly support its clients’ businesses
- The combined business will be called Securitas Technology
- Significant commercial synergy opportunities with 500 000 existing clients, in addition to new clients
- Approximately 50% of Securitas profit contribution is expected to be generated through higher-margin technology and solutions sales
- The acquisition supports Securitas’ strategy, adds resilience and creates a significant platform for innovation as the company has the ambition to drive and redefine the future of the security industry.
On December 8, 2021, Securitas announced it had signed an agreement to acquire the Electronic Security Solutions business from Stanley Black & Decker Inc. (“STANLEY Security”). Following customary regulatory approvals, the acquisition is now complete, and the joint potential of the two businesses is unleashed.
Securitas holds a strong position within the security services market today and has continuously built a robust platform within the technology and solutions area to meet the increasing demand for smarter, innovative, technology-based security solutions.
Strategic acquisitions in recent years, combined with efficient business transformation programmes and the acquisition of STANLEY Security, enable Securitas’ ambition to emerge as an exceptional player in the security industry.
The core of Securitas’ value proposition and growth strategy is a strong belief that the future of security is built on global presence, connected technology and intelligent use of data. By offering and combining these three assets with a holistic approach across the whole security services value chain, Securitas can position itself as an outstanding partner for its clients across the globe.
“We see an increasing client demand to complement our guarding and consulting offering with technology-based solutions. As global challenges evolve rapidly, safety and security solutions are essential to helping organisations protect their people, safeguard their assets and optimise their operations. Together with STANLEY Security and Healthcare, we are able to drive and redefine the future of the security industry by providing a broad portfolio of integrated tech-enabled solutions that help our clients focus on managing their core business,” says Magnus Ahlqvist, President and CEO.
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