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- Securitas AB (publ) (Ticker: SCTBY) is a Sweden-based global security company that provides security services and solutions to protect people and property. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including manned guarding, mobile security patrols, alarm response and surveillance systems, electronic security solutions such as access control and video monitoring, aviation security, event security, risk management consulting, and technology-enabled services like intelligent automation and AI-driven analytics. Securitas operates in more than 45 countries across Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia, serving diverse customer segments including commercial enterprises, public sector organizations, industrial facilities, financial institutions, and critical infrastructure. Founded in 1934 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the company maintains a decentralized structure with regional subsidiaries and focuses on three business segments: Europe, North America, and Other Regions.
In recent developments, Securitas has pursued strategic expansions through acquisitions, including the purchase of STANLEY Security in France in 2024 to strengthen its electronic security offerings in the region, and the acquisition of Reliable Security in the United States to enhance its footprint in aviation security services. The company launched new technology platforms, such as its predictive security analytics tool in late 2024, aimed at integrating AI for proactive threat detection across client sites. Additionally, Securitas announced a major partnership with a leading European tech firm in mid-2025 to co-develop next-generation biometric access systems, reflecting its shift toward integrated security ecosystems amid rising demand for digital solutions. These initiatives support ongoing business growth, with a reported 8% organic sales increase in the first half of 2025 driven by expansions in technology services and emerging markets.