Mergers & Acquisitions - News

Mark Bridges, CEO of Ranger Fire and Security has been recognised as one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2025. The Top 50 was created by LDC, the private equity investor that is part of Lloyds Banking Group, in partnership with The Times. Now in its eighth year, the programme continues to celebrate the drive and ambition of Britain’s best and brightest entrepreneurs. This year the programme received almost 700 nominations, showcasing the exceptional individuals that...

Kaseya, the global provider of AI-powered IT and security management software, announced the acquisition of INKY, a pioneer in modern, generative-AI-based email security for managed service providers (MSPs) and small to midsize businesses (SMBs). "Kaseya is committed to being the indispensable partner that helps MSPs lead in this next chapter of IT and security," said Rania Succar, CEO of Kaseya. AI-driven email security Rania Succar added: "No one else has our scale, data advantage, and end-...

Eviden, the Atos Group product brand, pioneering in advanced computing, cybersecurity products, mission-critical systems, and vision AI announces the strengthening of its cybersecurity product offering through the integration of Cosmian’s Key Management System (KMS). In an era marked by rapidly increasing cyber threats, it is imperative that French and European companies retain control over the security of their most sensitive data, irrespective of deployment environment. Merger between...

Codelocks has appointed Elisa Burgos Martínez as the Regional Sales Manager serving customers in Spain, France, Belgium, and Portugal. In her role, Elisa will develop relationships in the EMEA market by applying localised communications techniques to provide a tailored service to customers, solidifying Codelocks’ presence and reputation as a pioneer in access control solutions. She was chosen to serve the southwestern European markets because of her extensive sales experience...

MacGuard Security Advisors proudly announces its advisory role in the recently announced acquisition of Gallaher & Associates (Gallaher) by Zeus Fire and Security (Zeus), a portfolio company of Baltimore-based Access Holdings. This transaction positions Gallaher to accelerate growth, while preserving its 50+ year legacy of excellence in fire, security, and communication solutions. Services to electronic security MacGuard's specialised consulting expertise guided the Gallaher family and le...

ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, has appointed Chris Deck as a Senior Technology Consultant. With nearly 30 years of experience in physical security system design, Chris brings deep technical expertise, proven leadership, and a global perspective to his new role. Prior roles of Chris At ZBeta, Chris partners with clients to develop and deliver integrated security infrastructures that tackle intricate challenges, exceed regulatory standar...

DigiCert, a major provider of digital trust, backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, “Clearlake”), Crosspoint Capital Partners L.P., and TA Associates Management L.P., announced the acquisition of Valimail, a market pioneer in zero trust email authentication delivered as a service.  With more than 92,000 clients worldwide, up 70% this past year, Valimail is recognised as a pioneer in protecting organisations from phishing, spoofing, and domain-bas...

Everon, a globally renowned security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions ranked the third-largest security company in the U.S. by SDM Magazine, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the business-to-business (B2B) segments of the multifamily business from ADT LLC, one of the most trusted brands in smart home and small business security. The transaction is expected to close at the end of the third quarter of...

Zeus Fire and Security (Zeus), a portfolio company of Baltimore-based Access Holdings, announced a new partnership with Gallaher & Associates (Gallaher). Gallaher will join forces with Zeus to further the Zeus mission of protecting People, Property, and Profits, and expand Zeus into Tennessee and the Southeastern U.S. Gallaher’s long-standing reputation for innovation, customer service, and industry expertise has positioned them as a pioneer in fire, security, and communication s...

The Board of Directors of The Monitoring Association (TMA) announces the appointment of Whitney A. Doll as the organisation’s new CEO. A dynamic association executive with over 18 years of experience, Doll has dedicated her career to helping mission-driven organisations expand their reach, optimise operations, and deliver unparalleled value to members, customers, and stakeholders. Doll will assume executive management responsibilities at TMA effective October 1, 2025. Commitment to innov...

The CHERI Alliance announces that the Electronic Design Automation segment of Siemens Digital Industries Software has joined the non-profit organisation as a member to promote and enable a new level of cybersecurity in the EDA industry. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in CHERI’s mission to advance technological innovations and bolster security measures in the digital landscape. Adoption of CHERI technology The CHERI Alliance is a global consortium that unites a diverse...

The UHD World Association (UWA) is proud to announce a technical collaboration with Avid® that brings the Audio Vivid standard into the Pro Tools® ecosystem. For the first time, Avid will present at IBC 2025 a specially configured Pro Tools workstation supporting Audio Vivid, marking an important milestone for this open and immersive audio format for professional post-production and broadcast workflows. Integrate with Avid's immersive SDK UWA is among the first organisations...

Euro Defence Expo (EUDEX) is making its debut with its own stand at Rü.Net. On 3 and 4 September, the exhibition team will be on hand at the Defence Users Forum to provide information about this new international trade fair for the defence industry. Stand 5 A, located directly at the entrance to the Rhein-Mosel-Halle in Koblenz, will serve as a central point of contact for anyone wishing to find out more about EUDEX. Future trends in the defence industry "This partnership highlights the...

Allied Universal, a world pioneering security and facility services provider, is expanding further in the northeast region of the U.S. with the acquisition of Mulligan Security.  For more than 30 years, Mulligan Security has provided security and fire safety services to clients in and around New York City. Its clients range from commercial properties and corporate facilities to hospitals and museums. Combining the strength “Combining the strength of our businesses and leadership...

Zeus Fire and Security, a rapidly growing national network of fire protection and security providers, announced its acquisition of Atlas Security, a pioneering security company based in Springfield, Missouri. Atlas Security will join forces with Zeus partner PASS Security to enhance the delivery of advanced security and life safety solutions in the Southwest Missouri region furthering Zeus’s mission of protecting People, Property, and Profits. Atlas’s deep roots Founded more...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired SiteOwl, a pioneering cloud-based platform that modernises physical security lifecycle management. "I am very pleased to welcome SiteOwl to ASSA ABLOY, an exciting technological addition that will reinforce our current offering within physical security lifecycle management, and provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Forefront of digital transformation “The SiteOwl acquisition represents an important...

SAGE Integration is excited to announce that they are officially welcoming the AllCom Integrated Systems Parsippany office to the SAGE family. AllCom is a well-respected security integrator based in Parsippany, New Jersey, and this move makes SAGE even stronger in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Big step forward for SAGE "This is a big step forward for SAGE," said John Nemerofsky, Chief Operating Officer. "AllCom has an outstanding reputation, and their team shares our values, putt...

Smiths Detection announces its acquisition of New Jersey-based Med Graphix Inc. (“MGI”), enhancing the company’s sustainable service offering by extending the lifecycle of critical components through repair, refurbishment, and reuse.  MGI has been a long-standing service partner and third-party depot supplier for Smiths Detection. This deal marks a significant milestone in a partnership that has spanned more than two decades.  Integration planning Their technical...

Major technology solutions partner, Advania UK, completed its integration of CCS Media and Servium. This milestone solidifies Advania’s position as a dominant force in the UK technology market.  The integration of these two acquisitions propels Advania UK's combined turnover to a record £452 million, a 3.3x increase from the previous year. In addition, it has quadrupled its client base to approaching 10,000, and the expanded entity now boasts over 1,500 employees across more...

ABCA Systems, a major provider of fire protection, security, and communications systems based in North Tyneside, is delighted to announce the acquisition of RAAM Construction, a well-established provider of fire protection, construction, maintenance, and repair services. Headquartered in Enfield, North London, RAAM Construction has been operating for nearly 19 years, delivering specialist services to commercial and public sector clients across London and the South East. The company is widely r...

Commvault, a major provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, announced its intent to acquire Satori Cyber Ltd (Satori), a data and AI security company. Enterprises are facing a perfect storm of AI adoption, data growth and sprawl, and regulatory pressures globally. The need to manage these challenges across hybrid and multi-cloud environments is paramount for security, IT, and business pioneers, as well as boards. Control access to sensitive data By...

Axis Communications, the industry pioneer in video surveillance, announced the promotion of Keith D’Sa to Director of Sales, North America. Previously Country Manager for Canada, D’Sa will now lead the North American field sales organisation, consisting of six U.S. business areas in addition to Canada. In his new role, he will focus on driving continued growth and deepening engagement with Axis’ valued channel partners and customers. D’Sa succeeds longtime sales leader L...

dormakaba signed an agreement on 25 June 2025, to sell Forponto Informática S.A. to Kiza Ltda, part of the RapidoNet Group. With this transaction, dormakaba is divesting its local solution for time recording and access control in Brazil. The distribution of dormakaba's global portfolio remains unaffected by this transaction. Enactment of the corporate strategy The agreement underscores dormakaba's strategic focus on its core portfolio and core markets. This supports the consistent impl...

Allegion plc, a pioneering global security products and solutions provider, through one of its subsidiaries, has acquired privately owned Waitwhile Inc., a pioneering software-as-a-service provider that specialises in cloud-based appointment scheduling and queue management with offices in the US and Sweden. Waitwhile’s software platform provides virtual wait list and scheduling capabilities that enable businesses to facilitate access to places, services, appointments and events – wh...

Signicat, the pioneering pan-European digital identity platform, has announced its acquisition of Inverid, the pioneering Dutch provider of NFC-based digital identity verification solutions, for an undisclosed sum from majority shareholder Main Capital and the founders. Existing shareholders will reinvest a substantial part of the consideration in Signicat, underlying their strong support of the combination.  Inverid’s flagship solution The acquisition strengthens Si...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Calmell Group, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets and magnetic tickets, primarily for the public transportation vertical. The addition of Calmell Group expands HID’s smart ticketing portfolio to include smart paper and magnetic tickets, as well as providing HID a stronger geographic foothold in the public transportation space, particularly in Spain, the European...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Calmell, a Spanish manufacturer of smart cards, smart paper tickets and magnetic tickets. "I am very pleased to welcome Calmell to ASSA ABLOY, an exciting technological addition that will reinforce our current offering within smart cards, and provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Public transportation ecosystem “Calmell is a fantastic addition to our growing public transportation ecosystem, and...

Ipsotek, an Eviden business, and a pioneering provider of AI-powered video analytics, has announced two strategic leadership appointments that reinforce its commitment to global expansion, technological innovation, and customer success. Fares Djenandji has been appointed Chief Growth Officer (CGO), and Rayan Cherri has been named Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Commercial and technology strategies With over a decade at Ipsotek, Fares has played a key role in shaping the company’s gl...

Cellebrite, a pioneer in premier Digital Investigative solutions for the public and private sectors, has appointed David Barter as CFO, a proven finance executive with extensive public company CFO experience in technology and software. He succeeds Dana Gerner, who has served as Cellebrite’s CFO since 2014. Gerner will remain in an active advisory role to support the transition until the Company reports its second-quarter 2025 financial results. Cellebrite’s financial operations As...

dormakaba has acquired TANlock GmbH, a pioneering German provider of high-security access solutions for data centres and other critical infrastructure. This acquisition strengthens dormakaba’s position in the data centre markets by enhancing its offerings and driving further growth. Innovative access solutions TANlock's intelligent access control system enhances server cabinet security Founded in 2018 and based in Georgensgmünd, Germany, TANlock GmbH specialises in innovative high...