Ranger Fire and Security has announced the acquisition of two companies, bolstering its presence in both the South and North West of England. This move aligns with the firm's strategy to expand its reach across the UK, a plan supported by recent investment from Inflexion, which enables these strategic acquisition steps within the UK and Ireland.
The first acquisition, CIA Fire and Security Limited, is located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, and serves customers not only in the South but also nationally. Established in 1982, CIA offers services such as fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, extinguishers, and keyholding. CIA has previously expanded by acquiring PFS, a maintenance-focused fire and security business, and Pioneer Automated Controls, which specialises in gates and barriers in Gloucester. As part of the Ranger Group, CIA's 80-plus employees, led by Matthew and Sally Harrison, will continue to drive growth through strong management and enhanced services.
Strong focus on recurring servicing
The acquisition enhances Ranger's presence in the South, complementing its existing operations there, including Fidelity Integrated Systems, Scion Communications Limited, Partnership Fire and Security, and Universal Fire and Security.
Ranger has acquired AKD Fire and Security Ltd, a firm in the North West that specialises in fire alarms
Additionally, Ranger has acquired AKD Fire and Security Ltd, a firm in the North West that specialises in fire alarms, security, access control, and has a strong emphasis on recurring services and maintenance. AKD's clientele spans sectors such as commercial, hospitality, public sector, and residential property, and the acquisition strengthens connections between Ranger's North West and Scottish hubs.
Fire and security needs of local businesses
Mark Bridges, CEO of Ranger Fire and Security, stated, "Our two latest acquisitions, CIA Fire and Security and AKD Fire and Security, bring decades of industry experience to the Ranger Group and will help extend our presence across the North West and South of England. With existing Ranger businesses already well-established in both regions, our two new companies will be able to bring their experience and knowledge to the team, helping Ranger meet more of the fire and security needs of local businesses."
Bridges also highlighted the ongoing support from Inflexion, noting that the company will continue its acquisition strategy with the aim of consolidating top fire and security experts from the UK and Ireland to fulfil their objective of being a comprehensive provider in the sector.
Business service delivery
These latest acquisitions increase the number of businesses in the Ranger Group to 25
Matthew Harrison, Managing Director of CIA Fire and Security, remarked, "Becoming part of the Ranger Group marks a significant moment for our team, enabling us to extend our services to new customers across the local region and beyond." He added that collaborating with Ranger's team of industry experts presents the opportunity to strengthen service delivery and broaden the scope of fire and security services available.
These latest acquisitions increase the number of businesses in the Ranger Group to 25, with over 500 employees now working under the group. Ranger’s strategic goal is to amalgamate high-quality local businesses, creating a national platform capable of delivering comprehensive fire and security services across the UK and Ireland.
Supported by Inflexion and a significant reinvestment from Hyperion Equity Partners, Ranger is committed to becoming the provider of fire and security solutions across the region through strategic acquisitions and investment in both technology and skilled personnel, ensuring a seamless customer experience.
Ranger Fire and Security has announced two more acquisitions in both the South and North West of England, as part of plans to accelerate the company’s growth across the UK.
The announcement comes after the recent majority investment from Inflexion, enabling Ranger to step up its acquisition strategy across the UK and Ireland.
Recent majority investment
The first of Ranger’s new acquisitions, CIA Fire and Security Limited is based in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, serving customers across the South as well as on a national level. CIA Fire and Security was founded in 1982, and its services include fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, extinguishers, keyholding.
CIA has been acquisitive in its own right, acquiring PFS, a fire and security maintenance led business and Pioneer Automated Controls, based in Gloucester, that focuses on gates and barriers. The three businesses join the platform, headed up by Matthew and Sally Harrison. The company’s 80 plus staff will remain with CIA as it becomes part of the Ranger Group, helping to maintain the company’s strong management to help drive growth.
Strong focus on recurring servicing
The acquisition of CIA Fire and Security will also help Ranger solidify its footprint in the South alongside the business’s existing companies in the area: Fidelity Integrated Systems, Scion Communications Limited, Partnership Fire and Security and Universal Fire and Security.
AKD Fire and Security Ltd is a North West England-based fire and security systems provider, with services spanning fire alarms, security and access control and a strong focus on recurring servicing, maintenance, remedials and reactive call-outs. Its diverse customer base spans commercial, hospitality, public sector and residential property. The acquisition strengthens Ranger's footprint in the North West, bridging the gap between its North West hub, Syncro, and its Scottish hub, Secureshield, in Motherwell.
Fire and security needs of local businesses
Mark Bridges, CEO of Ranger Fire and Security, said: “Our two latest acquisitions, CIA Fire and Security and AKD Fire and Security, bring decades of industry experience to the Ranger Group and will help extend our presence across the North West and South of England. With existing Ranger businesses already well-established in both regions, our two new companies will be able to bring their experience and knowledge to the team, helping Ranger meet more of the fire and security needs of local businesses.”
“With backing from Inflexion we will continue to step up our acquisition strategy, bringing on board the UK and Ireland’s best fire and security experts to fulfil our mission of becoming the one-stop shop for all customer’s fire and security needs.”
Business service delivery
Matthew Harrison, Managing Director, of CIA Fire and Security said: “Becoming part of the Ranger Group marks a significant moment for our team, enabling us to extend our services to new customers across the local region and beyond.”
“Working alongside Ranger’s group of industry experts will give us a greater opportunity to cross-sell and we look forward to bringing our own experience and skill set to the Group, including strengthening the business’s service delivery and expanding their fire and security offering.”
Seamless customer experience
These latest acquisitions bring the total number of businesses in the Ranger Group to 25 and the number of group employees under the Ranger umbrella to over 500. The acquisitions form part of Ranger’s ongoing strategy to bring together high-quality “local hero” businesses to create a platform that is truly national in scope and capable of delivering best-in-class fire and security services across the UK and Ireland.
With backing from Inflexion and from Hyperion Equity Partners, which has made a significant reinvestment in the Group, Ranger is on a mission to become the one-stop provider for fire and security services across the UK and Ireland. Through strategic acquisitions and investment in technology and talent, Ranger offers a comprehensive range of services at a regional and national level, all while providing a seamless customer experience.
