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- Croma Security Solutions Group plc is a UK-based integrated security solutions provider established in 1970 and headquartered in Southampton. The company operates through two main business segments: Croma Fire and Security and Croma Locksmiths. Its product and service offerings include the design, supply, installation, monitoring, and maintenance of intruder alarm systems, closed-circuit television (CCTV), fire and life safety systems, perimeter detection systems, barriers, gates, bollards, automatic doors, access control systems, biometric security solutions, door entry systems, panic alarms, time and attendance systems, and 24/7 remote monitoring services. The locksmith segment provides mechanical security solutions including locks, padlocks, safes, ironmongery, security shutters, grilles, automatic doors, and emergency call-out services through a network of retail outlets and onsite engineers.
Croma Security Solutions Group has a network of 17 security centres spanning from Southampton through the Midlands to the Northwest of England, servicing sectors such as health, education, leisure, entertainment, and utilities, with clients including multiple NHS Trusts. The company is listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange under the ticker CSSG.
Recent major changes include the strategic disposal of its man-guarding business Vigilant in 2023 for £6.5 million to fund expansion, and a continued rollout of its security centre network via acquisitions. In 2024, Croma completed acquisitions of multiple locksmith businesses including Attle Locksmiths, City Locks, and Benn Lock and Safe Limited, expanding its footprint and increasing its network of modern security centres designed to offer comprehensive security and locksmith services. The group has also integrated Safecell Group, including Safecell Security and Authorized Access Systems Ltd, acquired in late 2022, enhancing its electronic and physical security service capabilities across northern England.
Croma focuses on transforming traditional locksmith businesses into modern security centres with extended product ranges and centralized group services that deliver both local and national customer solutions. Its strategic growth initiatives are aimed at establishing a nationwide security network with a strong pipeline of future acquisitions to grow further within the UK market. The company employs over 90 staff and maintains certifications from the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) and BAFE, underscoring its commitment to quality and industry standards.