Gunnebo Entrance Control has expanded its influence in the French market through the acquisition of Safe Products SARL, a Paris-based company known for its expertise in entrance control installation and maintenance.
This strategic move enhances Gunnebo's foothold in France, the second-largest market for entrance control solutions in Europe, where the Paris region represents about 70% of national demand.
Enhancing local expertise
Safe Products SARL, since its inception in 2017, has developed a strong reputation for providing reliable installation, maintenance, and servicing of entrance control systems. Catering to sectors such as critical infrastructure, government, and commercial environments, the company has successfully built a portfolio of recurring service contracts, demonstrating its expertise and customer focus.
Yoann Carl from Safe Products SARL expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, "Since establishing Safe Products SARL, our priority has always been to provide customers with reliable service, technical expertise and trusted support throughout the life of their systems. Joining Gunnebo Entrance Control allows us to build on this foundation. Our customers will continue to work with a team they know and trust, while benefiting from the additional resources, expertise and long-term commitment that come with being part of a global entrance control business."
Strategic growth in entrance control
This acquisition is part of Gunnebo Entrance Control’s continued strategy to invest in service-led growth
This acquisition is part of Gunnebo Entrance Control’s continued strategy to invest in service-led growth, following their previous acquisition of Diadem. Under the direction of Thomas Prost, the company is focused on improving its lifecycle support capabilities to better meet compliance, sustainability, and evolving customer needs. The demand for maintenance, upgrades, and ongoing support is on the rise, as customers seek to optimise performance throughout the lifecycle of entrance control systems.
Blanca Sebastia, EVP Commercial Excellence & GM Europe at Gunnebo, commented, “The addition of Safe Products SARL strengthens our ability to support customers locally in a market where service quality, responsiveness and long-term partnership are increasingly important. Their expertise and customer-focused approach make them a strong complement to our existing operations in France.”
Comprehensive services for French customers
The combination of Safe Products SARL’s local market knowledge and customer relationships with the broader resources of Diadem and Gunnebo signifies a strategic integration. This will enhance Gunnebo's ability to deliver comprehensive entrance control services across France, reinforcing its strategic presence in a key market.
Howard Lang, President of Gunnebo Entrance Control, highlighted the significance of the acquisition, stating, “France is a strategically important market for Gunnebo Entrance Control and particularly the Paris region, which continues to see strong demand for entrance control solutions and services. Safe Products SARL has built an impressive business based on technical excellence, strong customer relationships and a commitment to service. This acquisition strengthens our local presence and service capability, enabling us to support customers more effectively while continuing to invest in long-term growth."
