Securitas UAE, a global knowledge leader in security services, registered 37 per cent growth in 2014, while its operations in systems business achieved three-fold growth.

This follows the 22 per cent growth achieved in 2013 and 30 per cent spurt in 2012.

The company currently enjoys a quality customer base, and its portfolio is well diversified across customer segments between the public and private sectors, offering services across a variety of industries, ranging from UAE governments, airports, shopping malls, banks, hotels and hospitals among others, a statement said.

Among the services on offer by Securitas are specialized guarding, mobile services, monitoring, systems maintenance and installation, and consulting with a core objective of protecting homes, workplaces and communities. Nearly 15 per cent of its clients use all the services as part of a comprehensive security programme.

The company is using its knowhow across over 50 countries, applying internationally-recognized best practices in the sector and tailoring the solutions to the local needs of the UAE market – be it the guard training modules, or the security system, or the use of technology and reporting guidelines.

“The UAE is fast evolving as the hub for business, retail and tourism, with a wide spectrum of attractions and avenues on offer,” said Gaetan Desclee, country president of Securitas UAE.

“As the country continues its frenetic pace of development, the need for security mechanism is growing. So, whether it is the offices, malls, leisure destinations or homes, there is an inherent potential for world-class security solutions and Securitas is the perfect fit. As on date, the company offers industry-best, trained staff and the latest technology to our employees within the UAE in a cost-effective manner.”

Desclee noted that the company achieved phenomenal growth with its customized services. “The target is to double our growth figures in 2015,” he added.

In the Middle East in general and the UAE in particular, there is a greater share of technology content within the security solutions industry. These new technologies allow security companies to offer customers even higher efficiency and quality in security solutions, and Securitas offers this, said Desclee.

“Customers view technological progress as positive, and the most effective security solutions are created through an optimum combination of technology and manned guarding. Again, this is highly relative as each industry, company and operation has specific needs and requirements in terms of security and Securitas offers a time-tested solution – thanks to its international expertise and knowhow,” added Desclee. – TradeArabia News Service