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Hikvision announces integration of HikCentral and Nedap AEOS Access Control Solution

Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competency, has announced the integration of its HikCentral video security platform with the Nedap AEOS Access Control Solution to provide single-platform operations for users who maintain both Hikvision and Nedap systems.

The integration, via Nedap AEOS Connector, provides event information, alarms, and person-data synchronization of access control and intrusion events between AEOS-connected hardware and HikCentral. This integration enables operators to manage doors, detectors and intrusion areas, as well as visually verify and handle alarms in HikCentral Clients.

“With the integration, security personnel are able to greatly enhance their situational awareness and control in large installations,” said Jens Berthelsen, Global Partner Alliance Manager of Hikvision. “The integration leverages the Hikvision Optimus framework to ensure a long lifespan for the installation. It also makes future upgrades of both systems seamless and simple – without compromising the continuous operation.”

“I feel very proud having Hikvision onboard our Technology Partner Program. Hikvision skipped half-measures and created a very complete integration for both Access Control and the Intrusion part,” said Wesley Keegstra, Integration Manager at Nedap. “Linking events and alarms to HikCentral creates a single-platform solution to visualize the status of a security system with the corresponding video recordings. Besides visualizing a system, users can also control it. Whether they open a door or lock one, or remotely arm or disarm an intrusion area.”

The Nedap AEOS Connector is developed under Hikvision’s latest Optimus framework, which enables systems integrators to easily tailor integrations to individual customers’ needs, building suitable workflows and event-to-action protocols. This is based on a very intuitive and easy-to-use graphical user interface that does not require coding.

The Optimus and Nedap AEOS Connector are available for HikCentral version 1.6 and AEOS version 2019.1.5 and are ready for deployment now.

At this Dutch university, Aperio delivers integrated, wireless access control more cost efficiently than wired locks

London, October 2020 – At the InHolland University of Applied Sciences, a rolling project to upgrade access control at all locations has been ongoing for several years. Typical of any large educational setting, the tension between remaining open and accessible on the one hand — and securing people, equipment and data on the other — is a critical factor.

More than 500 Aperio wireless door locking devices have now been deployed at 7 separate InHolland campus sites. These battery-powered locks provide tested and trusted protection for the university’s most important areas and rooms, including offices and exam storage spaces. Aperio devices fit all kinds of interior openings, including wooden and glass doors, as well as fire doors. Aperio cylinders, escutcheons, handles and security locks have in-built RFID readers for installer and user convenience.

All InHolland’s new Aperio devices are fully and seamlessly integrated with the university’s Nedap AEOS access control system. A single credential allows users to unlock all authorized openings managed by the AEOS system — whether wired or Aperio-protected doors.

Because Aperio locking devices are wireless, they were installed and initiated quickly — without disruption to InHolland buildings or their students’ working day. And choosing Aperio saved more than just time. A recent ASSA ABLOY benchmarking study finds installer labour costs are over 80% lower for wireless versus wired locks*. The ongoing cost of running battery-operated wireless locks is also much lower than for equivalent wired electronic locks, which require an “always on” connection to mains electricity to maintain secure status. In addition, choosing Aperio gives InHolland the ability to roll out enhancements over time, as needs, budgets and priorities evolved. Aperio devices can be added and integrated gradually, with no need to replace existing systems. InHolland’s investment remains totally future-proofed.

Fitting Aperio wireless escutcheons and locks to critical doors ensures university staff, students, visitors and confidential information are safe without impacting site accessibility. Authorised users open relevant secure doors conveniently with a programmable RFID credential. Aperio’s inherent flexibility makes it easy to adjust any space’s level of protection at any time. So, locking status is regularly reconfigured as needs and usage evolves around the multi-site campus and university facilities.

Based on their experience to date with Aperio, InHolland are already planning for the future. A new university in Amsterdam will become a smart building and will require access control able to integrate with smart building systems. Aperio is built on an open platform, designed for interoperability, so this is a natural fit. InHolland will enter pilot stage for their new smart building soon.

“I am very satisfied with the implementation and operation of the Aperio solution and I have every confidence in ASSA ABLOY as a manufacturer,” concludes Frans Bruggeman, Facility Services Consultant at InHolland.

To download a free Aperio Wireless Access Control Solution Guide, visit:
https://campaigns.assaabloyopeningsolutions.eu/hubfs/AA_Aperio_CostSavings_Solutionguide_07_2020_ENG_EMEA.pdf

Celtic FC signs sponsorship deal with Dahua Technology

Dahua Technology – one of the word’s biggest video technology companies – has entered into a six-figure sponsorship deal with Celtic FC, supplying the club with state of the art video-based technology and equipment.

Under the sponsorship deal, Dahua is supplying video walls for locations such as the Celtic Store and Media Centre at Celtic Park, high-tech quad-rotor drones to help with player training and development, and electronic whiteboards to be used for staff training, as well as meetings and presentations for staff and visitors.

As part of the new partnership, Dahua will be appearing across a range of Club assets, on LED pitch-side banners, and on the club’s website and match programmes. The deal represents the first ever major sponsorship by Dahua Technology in the UK and Ireland.

“We are thrilled about our sponsorship of Celtic FC,” said Michael Lawrence, Marketing Director at Dahua Technology UK & Ireland. “As well as the highly visible aspects of the sponsorship, this deal represents a real partnership between Celtic FC and Dahua, and is an example of our engagement with communities across the UK and Ireland.”

Commenting on the deal, Cheng Zeng, Business Development Manager for China and Asia at Celtic FC said: “We are delighted to launch this partnership today with Dahua Technology. Their expertise and high quality technology will enhance both fan experience in our stores and business operations as a whole. We hope to work with Dahua long into the future.”

As well as the equipment supplied to Celtic FC, Dahua Technology manufactures a range of innovative and technically advanced video equipment. These include TiOC, a three-in-one camera that integrates 24/7 full-colour monitoring, active deterrence and Artificial Intelligence into one smart unit; WizSense, a series of products and solutions that utilise Artificial Intelligence and deep learning algorithms; and its Starlight range of low-light video technology.

Dahua Technology is a global manufacturer of end to end system solutions encompassing cameras, control equipment, recording, video walls and accessories. It is one of the world’s biggest video technology companies, creating advanced solutions for transportation, education, safe city, retail and commercial markets worldwide.

Motorola acquires Callyo

Motorola Solutions, Inc. has acquired Callyo, a cloud-based mobile applications provider for law enforcement. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Callyo is a software as a service company (SaaS) serving thousands of public safety customers across North America. Its portfolio includes two application suites – 10-21, which simplifies communication between first responders and citizens, and Callyo, which provides investigative tools that improve digital evidence collection.

This acquisition adds to Motorola Solutions’ existing command centre software suite critical mobile technology capabilities that enable information to flow seamlessly from the field to the command centre.

“First responders are increasingly looking to mobile applications to boost productivity and enhance community relations,” said Andrew Sinclair, senior vice president and general manager, Software Enterprise, Motorola Solutions. “With Callyo’s technology, agencies can improve collaboration and enhance the evidence collection process to build stronger cases more efficiently, ultimately enabling them to better serve and keep communities safe.”

“With Motorola Solutions, we have the opportunity to accelerate our product innovation, reach and commitment to service,” said Chris Bennett, founder and chief product officer, Callyo. “We’re excited to work together to deliver the next generation of mobile application capabilities that simplify and enhance communication between first responders and the communities they serve.”

Interview: Vladimir Zrnić, Regional Sales Manager for Southern Europe at Advanced

Mr. Zrnic, could you please present yourself to our readers: your professional and educational background and experience, when you started working for Advanced, what your role is, and what areas you cover?
My name is Vladimir Zrnic and I am Regional Sales Manager for Southern Europe at Advanced.
Based in Serbia, I have worked in the fire industry for over a decade. In that time, I have been a designer, contractor and consultant working on many prestigious Serbian projects, implementing highly-rated fire detection and suppression systems.
After more than 10 years at one of the largest fire detection companies in Serbia, in 2017 I joined Advanced, assuming responsibility for driving sales and managing customer accounts across Southern Europe as well as Turkey and Israel.

Who is Advanced and what do you specialise in? Where are your products and solutions sold?
Advanced is a fire protection and life safety systems manufacturer, based in the UK, supplying fire panels to around 80 countries across the globe. Our solutions have been specified on some of the highest profile developments of the past decade, including The Shard, Western Europe’s tallest building, Abu Dhabi International Airport and the world’s longest sea crossing, the Hong Kong – Macau – Zhuhai Bridge.
Alongside our fire systems, we also produce intelligent extinguishant, radio paging and emergency lighting systems. We offer AdSpecials too, which is a custom design and build service, creating specially engineered solutions to meet very specific building needs. All of Advanced’s products are backed up by our award-winning customer service, technical support and training.

What have been some of the most important milestones for Advanced? When did you become a part of Halma and what are the major benefits of this for the business?
Advanced became a part of Halma plc in 2014. Halma is a global group of life-saving technology companies with a clear purpose to grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day,.
Being part of a larger group of fire and life safety companies enables us to draw on knowledge and expertise from across Halma’s portfolio of businesses, to share expertise and to accelerate the growth of both new product development and the wider business.
Halma is listed on the London Stock Exchange, and having the backing of a FTSE 100 company has also had benefits for us in terms of investment. Another major landmark for Advanced was the relocation of our headquarters and manufacturing plant in 2018, from four separate sites in Cramlington, Northumberland, to a £1million, 48,000 sq ft base in Newcastle-upon-Tyne in North East England.

Tell us more about your existing product line?
As part of our core product line-up, Advanced offers both intelligent addressable fire panels and complete systems.
Our MxPro 5 is the industry’s unbeatable multiprotocol fire panel. Built on almost two decades of market leadership, it offers greater freedom to specifiers, end users and installers. It is FM approved to EN54 Parts 2, 4 and also holds Part 13 approval. It comes in one to eight loop formats, is compatible with Apollo, Argus, Hochiki and Nittan protocols and can be reliably networked into systems of up to 200 panels.
Available for European, African, Middle Eastern and South East Asian markets, Axis EN is our highest performance EN54-approved panel range conforming to Parts 2, 4 and 13. It is certified by FM to EN54 Parts 2 and 4. It is available in one to eight loop formats and configurable into networks of up to 200 panels with a complete range of wired and wireless loop devices and powerful peripherals to choose from. If it’s UL 864 compliance that’s required, our Axis AX panel range comes complete with digital audio and our award-winning, integrated smoke control solution, DynamixSmoke that dramatically simplifies the programming process.
To address false alarms, one of the biggest issues facing fire professionals and building owners, Advanced developed AlarmCalm. As a complete false alarm management solution available as standard on the MxPro 5 and Axis EN ranges, AlarmCalm allows a site to be divided into virtual false alarm management zones called Building Areas, which can have unique or grouped settings, allowing highly flexible false alarm strategies to be set for each area.
TouchControl, available across Advanced’s fire systems, is a 10” HD touchscreen repeater and remote control terminal. Its unique user interface allows easy network control via built-in graphics zone plans.
AdSpecials is a dedicated department within Advanced that works with customers to design and manufacture unique panels, enclosures and control interfaces for sites where customised solutions are needed. The scope of customisation ranges range from simple colour coordination to fully bespoke panel housings that offer environmental protection and specialist control and indication.

All your products are integrated through DynamixTools software. What benefits does this deliver?
DynamixTools is Advanced’s suite of software that makes installing, configuring, customising, monitoring, maintaining, and managing a fire system easy.
Some of its key applications include:
• ConfigTool: used to configure any Advanced fire panel whether standalone or part of a large, networked system
• ServiceTool: offers powerful, flexible service reporting to help you demonstrate proof of servicing, download service reports, inspect device history and keep track of service schedules
• TerminalTool: is used to program any Advanced fire panel, even remotely via PC connection
• LogoTool: lets you brand any Advanced panel with a customer or installer logo which can help remind users who to call for maintenance and reinforce ownership of any service contracts
• ExGo ExtractionTool: designed to work with Advanced’s gas suppression system, it makes the management of configuration, control data and event logs simple and efficient.
These applications are continually updated with new features and performance enhancements for the complete range of Advanced products. Our position in the global fire industry means we help guide legislation and can implement software changes quickly, keeping our customers’ systems up to date.

What international standards do your solutions meet?
In order to satisfy the requirements of our customers around the world, we understand the importance of meeting the criteria set out in various international standards. We are approved to the major international EN and UL standards, and a wide range of regional and local codes. Meeting the necessary standards is an ongoing focus and we are continually building upon our core range of EN54 and UL 864-approved products.

Tell me about some of the biggest fire protection challenges your customers have that you come across most regularly?
The Adriatic region is flooded with fire brands coming from all over the world. Due to the unenviable economic situation, the most important criteria when choosing equipment is the lowest price.
Much of this fire alarm control and indicating equipment does not have the required approvals or the required level of functionality to deliver adequate protection, which often causes big problems for the end user.

How does Advanced offer solutions to these challenges?
We strive to constantly educate designers, consultants, installers as well as end users about the importance of specifying and installing high-quality, high-performing, trusted solutions that meet the necessary standards, and guide them through the equipment selection process.
With over 20 years’ experience in manufacturing and supplying fire detection and suppression systems, we believe that our expertise and experience can help customers prevent these issues and put in place the best possible protection for a wide range of sites.

You state that your growth comes from strong customer relationships. Is Advanced 360 behind that success?
Advanced invests time in nurturing strong relationships with customers because we care passionately about helping our clients find the best solutions to their needs.
Advanced 360 is our award-winning customer support that strives to meet and surpass customer expectations by offering a comprehensive customer care package both in person, online and over the phone.
Support can cover help when specifying a system or during installation and maintenance. We also provide full installer training free of charge for direct customers, online and over the phone, and offer a fault-modelling service.
However, also behind our success is the expertise of the wider team at Advanced. This includes leadership, operations, engineering, technical, digital, marketing and of course sales – all pulling together to deliver high-quality solutions to protect people and property and keep at the forefront of fire industry innovation.

What is new to market or in the product pipeline at the moment?
We’re working on new ways to give fire system users much more convenient real-time, remote access to, and control of, their fire protection. This has the potential to bring large-scale time and cost savings to customers.
Specifically, we are accelerating the development of AdvancedLive – our digital, cloud-connected product offering with some pilot work which we hope will provide better interactions for end users and installers. This exciting solution will, we believe, take our brand promise of ‘ease of use’ to a new level for customers needing remote monitoring and control of their sites’ fire systems.

Advanced systems are found in many applications. What vertical markets do you focus on? Can you name some of the most important case studies?
One of the key strengths of our products is their flexibility to deliver seamless protection across a wide variety of settings, from schools, universities, hospitals and hotels to large-scale industrial sites and critical infrastructure projects.
Some of the projects we’re most proud of include:
• The Historical Archives of Belgrade, where a custom-engineered solution has been introduced. By interfacing our TouchControl touchscreen repeater panel with our ExGo extinguishing system, the installer has enabled visibility over the building’s gas suppression system via interactive mapping.

• The world’s longest sea crossing, the Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau bridge is protected by our ExGo gas suppression panels – a fantastic achievement.

• London’s 22 Bishopsgate, Western Europe’s second tallest building, has been designed to be at the forefront of fire technology – a fantastic testament to our products and the capability of our AdSpecials team who were tasked with developing a number of customised solutions to protect the site.

What are your views on digital innovation happening in the industry?
More recently, we have witnessed an industry-wide drive towards innovative digital solutions to make control, monitoring, maintenance and servicing of fire systems much quicker, smoother and more convenient.
The development of cloud-enabled products and services is a focus for Advanced, and we have already adopted the technology across our emergency lighting product offering. Going forward, we also see digital innovation opening up new ways of working and transforming how we interact with our fire systems.

What has been the effect of Covid-19 on Advanced? Any good news stories to share?
Like most businesses that have continued to operate throughout the pandemic, we have put in place all recommended measures to keep our fantastic team safe. This way we have been able to continue to work to support the high demand we’ve seen for fire protection products.
Many people have seen the global lockdown of countries as an opportunity to upskill. We’ve introduced a webinar programme designed to explain our solutions in more detail and have also developed a series of online training modules.
In order to continue to deliver seamless customer service and technical support, over the past few months, we have also begun developing a series of video tutorials and walkthroughs that will address many of our customers’ FAQs. These are available via our Vimeo channel ‘Advanced Live’, with new tips frequently posted.

Your opinion about the Adriatic region security market, its pros and cons? And how do you intend to increase market share in this area? Are you looking for new partners?
The Adriatic region has been developing extremely quickly in recent years. It is one of the most demanding European markets in terms of requirements for quality and functionality at competitive prices.
As a leading manufacturer of fire detection systems, Advanced understands the importance of continually listening to market demands and strives to customers’ individual needs through product development and aftersales support.
We are proud to support many long-term partners in countries throughout the region, and are always open to new enquiries and opportunities to support installers, engineers, consultants, specifiers and building owners in meeting their fire protection challenges, whatever they may be.
To learn more about Advanced’s fire and life safety solutions, contact marketing@advancedco.com

Birosafe: Fire proof doors

DPTU “BIROSAFE” DOOEL Strumica is an engineering company founded in 2001. The company is present in the business of manufacturing, sales and mounting of security, fireproof and bank equipment (security and fireproof safes, cabinets, doors, and vaults, etc.).

The company has offices and dealers in all the Balkan countries and is present on the markets of former Yugoslav republics territories (Serbia, Monte Negro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia), Albania, Bulgaria…

BIROSAFE produces and offers different types of security equipment: safes, cabinets, deposit safes, weapon safes, cash transfer safes, vault and vault doors, security doors etc.; as well as fireproof equipment: safes, cabinets, doors etc. Usually the products are made by standard dimensions, but there is also a possibility for tailoring the products according to client demand.

This time we will present our fireproof doors, which can be made like fireproof metal doors in variants under EN 1634-1 EI 30, EI60, EI90, EI120 or EI180 minutes fire protection.

These fireproof doors represent a good compromise of functionality and good design, and can be built into industrial objects (halls, offices…), public objects (schools, gyms…), as well as representative objects (hotels, banks…).
They are made from steel, protected from corrosion, and aesthetically painted.
On the inside, they are filled with special fireproof layers, depending on the class.
They own seals which are active in normal exploitation as well as expanding fireproof seals which are activated in the case of a fire.

Except the fireproof metal doors, Birosafe produces fireproof glass doors in variants T30 minutes, 60, 90, and 120 minutes fire protection.

Fireproof doors in which most surface of the wing consists out of fire-resistant glass.
Made from special fire profiles, they have minimal deformation in case of fire. They have a great rigidity to withstand the weight of the massive fire glass and specially fire charge.
They close perfectly in normal operation and have additional expansive fire seals.
The doors have aesthetic quality and can fit into any setting. Usually they are intended for installation in representative objects.

Birosafe fireproof metal doors can be made also in variant Security fireproof doors according EN 1627, which are fireproof and burglar resistant at same time.
These doors offer much higher burglar resistance.
They feature an adequate door leaf thickness and little rebate space, which makes jimmying more difficult.
Previous experience shows that for the thieves it is much harder to break in object equipped with doors like these. Burglars want to be quick – if a door shows resistance, many will abandon the attempt.
These doors are manufactured according to requirements and norms and compared with the uncertified security doors, it requires great skills and longer time in order to break and open the door.
Birosafe is the only manufacturer in North Macedonia who possesses EUROPEAN CERTIFICATE FOR SECURITY of doors, according to the standard EN 1627, issued by ECB-S Germany.
The Security doors manufactured according to EN 1627 are available in the resistance classes (RC) 1 to 6. The resistance classes 1 to 3 relate to the usual occasional criminals, while the classes 4 to 6 consider the techniques used by experienced, high skilled burglars.

Intersec moves to 2022 at Dubai World Trade Centre

Organiser Messe Frankfurt Middle East offers digital programme for global security, safety, and fire protection industry in 2021

Dubai, UAE: Intersec, the world’s leading security, safety, and fire protection trade fair, has been rescheduled to take place in January 2022, organiser Messe Frankfurt Middle East confirmed today (24 September 2020).

The 23rd edition of the three-day event was originally set to run from 24-26 January 2021 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, however the move to 2022 comes after extensive consultation with key industry stakeholders.

“We’ve spoken to many of our exhibitors, industry trade associations, supporters, and partners over the last couple of weeks and have heard first-hand the many challenges they’re facing putting pressure on their ability to participate at Intersec in January 2021,” said Alexandria Robinson, Intersec’s Show Director.

“Moving Intersec to its customary January dates in 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre will allow time for recovery.”

Ms. Robinson said Intersec will be very active throughout 2021 via its ongoing webinar series, while the team is now working toward creating a virtual event early next year to engage industry leaders, regulators, government agencies and opinion formers.

“We might be restricted physically, but we know there is a definitive need for critical conversations and discussions to address the challenges the industry has faced,” she said.

“By hosting these talks via a digital forum it enables us to keep connected to the industry and nurture our existing relationships, whilst sharing solutions and common goals.  We’ll share further details and plans about the digital event in the coming weeks.”

 Intersec’s popular free-to-attend webinar series, of which there’ve been 11 so far in the last four months, has kept thousands of attendees abreast of the latest industry trends and opportunities.

“We know we have a vital role to play in connecting and supporting the industry, and the Intersec webinars stimulate meaningful conversations, collaborations and success stories,” added Ms. Robinson.  “We will continue to run these and support our stakeholders in every way possible until we meet again personally, and safely, at Intersec 2022.”

“One thing is absolutely certain: our community is resilient and will bounce back.  It has been involved in many frontline situations throughout the course of this year and it will continue to play a critical role in the months ahead. Throughout 2021 and come January 2022, we’ll have much to share and learn from each other.”

Intersec in 2020 featured 1,100 exhibitors from 56 countries, while attracting 33,872 visitors from 135 countries.  The global industry event is supported by Dubai Civil Defence, Dubai Police, the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA), Dubai Police Academy, and Dubai Municipality.

More information is available at: www.intersecexpo.com.

Rapid growth predicted for digital signature market

According to the latest research report on the digital signature sector from Marketsandmarkets, this market is predicted to grow from USD 2.8 billion in 2020 to USD 14.1 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 31.0% during the forecast period. Government initiatives and transition towards digitalisation are suggested as the drivers for this impressive overall market growth.

Digital signature solution providers offer software to help organisations easily create digital signatures that comply with industry standards and offer support for working with accredited certified authorities. The software providers in the market are focusing on delivering encryption software, PKI solutions, email encryption solutions, and APIs to help end users securely sign documents. Software solutions, as compared to hardware solutions, are growing at a faster rate and contributing maximum in terms of market size in the digital signature market.

The Banking and Financial Services vertical is witnessing digital transformation at every level with rapidly changing customer demands and represents the highest CAGR according to the researchers. The use of online services, such as internet banking, mobile banking, and stock trading has soared. The BFSI vertical is focusing on understanding digital consumer behaviour, preferences, and choices through customer-centric business applications. Digital signatures help BFSI firms in simplifying complex business processes by offering enhanced security and improved turnaround time for on boarding customers.

In terms of geography it is North America that shows the highest take-up in this sector, according to the analysts this is down to the presence of several prominent market players delivering digital signature solutions to all end users in the region. The US and Canada both have strong economic conditions and are expected to be major contributors to the growth of the digital signature market. The geographical presence, significant Research and Development (R&D) activities, partnerships, and acquisitions and mergers are the major factors for the deployment of digital signature and services.

Key and innovative vendors in the digital signature marketplace and named in the report by Marketsandmarkets, include Adobe, Onespan, Thales, Docusign, Idemia, Ascertia, Zoho, Globalsign, Entrust Datacard, Digicert, and Identrust.

G4S UK rejects £2.95 billion bid from Canadian rival

G4S is currently urging its shareholders to dismiss and ignore offer attempts from privately owned Canadian security company, Gardaworld. The latest offer of 190 pence per share, was estimated to be valued by Reuters at 2.95 billion pounds and was unanimously rejected by the board of G4S as significantly undervaluing the company.

Established in 1995, and based in Montreal Canada, Gardaworld is the largest privately owned security services company in the world. The company offers security solutions and professionals to protect people, assets and reputation globally. Gardaworld employs around 102,000 trained and dedicated professionals serving clients in North America, Africa and the Middle East, including Fortune 500 companies and governments and it has also served in the UK for around 15 years.

According to reports Gardaworld has made various attempts to engage with G4S over the last three months, but without success, and now is urging G4S shareholders to take note of this latest offer of 190 pence per share.

Reuters reports that G4S recently revealed it had already declined two previous offers in June for 145 pence per share and 153 pence per share each.

The Board at G4S believes that the timing of the proposals is highly opportunistic, coming as it does at a time of severe turbulence in global financial markets.

Earlier this year, G4S sold the majority of its conventional cash businesses for 727 million pounds to The Brinks Company, and the board believes this move greatly enhances the group’s strategic, commercial and operational focus and strengthens further its financial position. It says that the company is increasingly well placed to deliver growth, profitability and substantial free cash flow and that the group’s resilient performance in the first half of 2020 provides confidence in the strategy and its execution.

Stephan Crétier, Founder, Chairman, President and CEO of Gardaworld, acknowledges that G4S is an important UK employer and a significant provider to both the public and private sectors, but said that he believes G4S “needs an owner not a manager.”

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