Facilities management firm EFS Facilities Services has expanded its offering with the acquisition of SecurePlus, a UAE-based security company established in 2005.
The move follows the recent launch of EFS’ managed security services division, which caters to addressing security needs for a wide range of clients across a variety of sectors.
SecurePlus’ services include man-guarding, CCTV operations, security consultancy, patrolling, lifeguard services in addition to value added services such as valet and cash-in-transit.
Tariq Chauhan, Group Chief Executive Officer for EFS Facilities Services Group, said the acquisition positioned the company as a “one stop solution” for comprehensive Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) requirements.
“The strategy of EFS Group is to expand the operations of Secureplus across UAE as part of the first phase and to later introduce security services operations in other lucrative key markets as a new business sector complementing EFS’ existing IFM operations.
“EFS will enhance Secureplus’ service offering to establish itself as a premium service provider of man guarding and industrial security services, in addition to other ancillary services such as cash in transit and technology surveillance amongst others.”
As part of the acquisition, EFS Facilities Services has appointed a new management team to manage SecurePlus with proven credentials in operational management and core security systems globally.
Commenting on the untapped market potential, Chauhan added: “At EFS, we are excited about the growth opportunities for managed security services here in the UAE where demand for quality security services is high and rising.
“According to the Global Homeland Security & Public Safety Market – to 2022 report, the Middle East and Africa Homeland Security and Public Safety market is expected to grow from $33.5 billion in 2014 to $70.8 billion by 2022.
“We believe that our newly established Managed Security Services division has the necessary experience, skilled manpower and knowhow to cater to our clients particularly in our key markets like UAE and the wider MENA region.”