Bidvest Noonan, a prominent player of facilities services in cleaning, front of house and security operating in corporate, transport, real estate, education and more in the UK and Ireland, announced the appointment of David Barker as its new Chief Growth Officer. Barker, who joins the company’s executive team, Barker will take responsibility for the growth and development of the group. Barker has 20 years of experience across many industries and multiple geographies. David expertise are in solution design and has a successful track record of building business development teams. In Barker...

Fire safety and security specialist, Amthal Group announced on Thursday 22nd of February its continued growth plan, with ten dedicated new appointments to the team since the start of 2024. With five new roles spanning key areas across Amthal Fire & Security and IPL, including operations, coordination, design, and customer success. Five further accepted offers of employment look to increase available Service Engineers, enhance sales support, and manage partners across the UK. Commenting on the Group‘s growth plans, Jamie Allam, CEO Amthal said, “There is a positive outlook for ...

On Wednesday the 21st of February 2024, national security provider, Ward Security, announced the appointment of Steve Kennedy as Managing Director for London. In his new role, Steve will lead Ward’s London business unit, which has recently grown to over £40m annually. Steve has decades of experience across various sectors, which he will bring to Ward. Prior to joining Ward, Steve founded Consortio Business Management Limited, where he applied his expertise in estate management, contract management, and hospitality. Under his leadership, Consortio thrived, carving out a niche in th...

In a recent development, Colliers, a prominent figure in corporate real estate services worldwide, has selected GMS Group as its partner across Gloucestershire, marking the second contract win for the security specialist. GMS will extend its support to Colliers, the managing agent for Gloucester City Council, by providing security and cleaning services across several prominent locations including Eastgate Shopping Centre, King’s Walk Shopping Centre, St Oswald’s Retail Park, and King’s Square in Gloucester. The range of security services to be provided encompasses manned guarding serv...

First Response Group (FRG), an nationwide security, risk, and property protection firm, has added to its senior leadership team with the recent appointment of Derek Neilson to the newly established position of Group Operations Director. Mr. Neilson, holding a Politics and International Relations (MA Hons) degree, brings a wealth of experience, having served as the head of the company's Scottish division, Apardion, for the past eight years. He initially assumed the role of head of operations and later took on the responsibilities of managing director after FRG acquired Apardion in 2018. Wit...

Professional Security, a national security solutions provider, has appointed Martin Woollam as their new Commercial Director. With over 25 years of experience in the security industry, Martin joins the senior leadership team, bringing substantial knowledge and expertise. As Commercial Director, Martin will focus on expanding the company's presence in the contracted security market by growing the client and service line base. Leveraging his extensive commercial and operating experience, he aims to support the business and aid in achieving strategic objectives during a period of expansion. ...

Bidvest Noonan, a prominent player in facility services, has announced Olga Mitropoulou's promotion to the position of Risk & Compliance Director. Mitropoulou, whose career commenced in law before transitioning to specialize in Risk and Compliance, brings a wealth of experience to her new role. Her professional journey includes roles in both legal and financial sectors, with notable stints at Irish company Unio and the globally recognized professional services firm AON. Mitropoulou's expertise has been instrumental in strengthening Bidvest Noonan's Risk and Compliance framework, cont...

Amulet has been awarded the Security and Fire Excellence Award for Security Project of the Year, acknowledging its collaboration with the Zoological Society of London (ZSL). The Security and Fire Excellence Awards serve as a platform to recognize outstanding achievements within the security and fire sectors. The awarded project undertaken by Amulet involved diverse security components tailored to the distinctive environment of ZSL London Zoo, encompassing advanced CCTV enhancements and upgraded camera technology. Strategic placement of new cameras across the premises, including within an...

ExCeL London, recognized as the capital’s largest event venue, has selected Carlisle Support Services as its dedicated security partner, aimed at fortifying the venue’s security operations and enhancing visitor experience. Collaborating closely with the venue’s in-house security team, Carlisle Support Services will oversee the safeguarding of ExCeL’s expansive 100-acre campus, ensuring the safety of its four million annual visitors, event organizers, and exhibitors. Under the contract, designated personnel including a Contract Manager, two Client Relationship Managers, and an ext...

STM Group (UK) Limited have announced the appointment of Nigel Holness as their new Director Rail. Nigel, who was previously Managing Director of MTR Elizabeth Line, brings with him a wealth of experience within the public transport sector, both in the UK and overseas. Nigel joins STM in this part time, non-executive role, with a remit to use both his knowledge and industry relationships to help STM further expand within the public transport sector. Nigel will also be working closely with the service delivery teams to help ensure best practice. STM Executive Chairman, Perry Simpson, said �...