Security Officers: Far from a normal career

Noah Price, Head of the G4S Academy for the UK and Ireland, explains how security officers have evolved over the last decade, and the new ways in which modern day security can protect people and property. 

HMP Parc awarded advanced Accreditation by National Autistic Society

HMP Parc is the first  prison in the UK to receive the National Autistic Society’s (NAS) highest accolade - the Advanced Accredited Award. 

G4S’s Pivotal Role in Securing Guam’s Biggest IndustrY

Since 2004, G4S has played a pivotal role in securing almost every aspect of Guam’s biggest industry, tourism, protecting holidaymakers who visit Guam and ensuring they have the best possible experience. 

An Ever Evolving Monitoring Landscape

The monitoring and response landscape is forever evolving to become more effective, more efficient, and to stay ahead of any threats, writes Curtis McClements, Head of Monitoring Operations for G4S in the UK and Ireland.

Climate conscious security solutions for Uganda's largest mineS

Specialist security expertise combined with sustainability goals provide an innovative solution for the Lafarge Building Solutions Company in Uganda.

Seaside Resort Discreet Security in Turkey

G4S is providing an intelligent and unobtrusive integrated security solution at the popular Emelda Sun Club resort on the Turkish Riviera.

Diplomatic Security at Foreign embassies in Jordan

20 Oct 2021 09:03 G4S has a long history of providing security services and solutions to many foreign embassies in Amman, the capital city of Jordan.

Aalborg University Europe's Largest Access Control System

With 4,500 card readers across 55 university buildings, Aalborg University in Denmark is G4S’s biggest integrated access control implementation in Europe. 

Off-Airport Cargo Screening in Hong Kong

G4S is playing a major role in the delivery of off-airport cargo screening services in Hong Kong, following the implementation of new strict security rules introduced by the Government.

Protecting Chemicals at Synthomer’s Operational Centre in Czech Republic

A revamped G4S security solution at the chemical industry company Synthomer’s operational centre in the Czech Republic ensures that employees and valuable assets are protected from potential threats.

Precision is the future for Museum Security in Denmark

Carsten Schmidt, Global Account Manager for G4S in Denmark and G4S Academy Integrated Solution Specialist, looks at what makes museum security successful and what the potential future developments are in protecting high value artworks.

Security beyond just access control in Mining and heavy industry

Mining is a hazardous occupation with elevated risks of injury, and the emphasis placed on health and safety has never been greater. G4S has a proud history of providing security at some of the world’s biggest mines.

Businesses use security tech to improve operations beyond safety

Tiago Jonaitis, Head of Electronic Security Systems for G4S in Brazil, explains how his team of experts in electronic security solutions have helped organisations customise their existing security technology to optimise other parts of their operations.

Concert Hall Latvia and securing its acoustic gems

Securing a cultural centre in Ventspils, Latvia, includes a responsive security system to keep the building safe in lockdown and when the hall opens again.

Pfizer Site Security In Belgium Gets Royal Seal of Approval

As a small town in Belgium became one of the most important vaccine sites in the world in the fight against coronavirus, the G4S team in Puurs were ready to scale up rapidly to meet the growing demand for security on site. 

How security aware is your business?

Creating a workforce that is security aware is the first step to managing your risks and improving your business’s protection. G4S Academy experts, Yannick De Smet and Steen Sørensen have published their latest guide on assessing your organisation’s security awareness.

Securing Serbia’s Growing Wind Farm Industry

G4S Academy specialists, Milan Stanic and Marko Sukilovic look at the paramount importance of intelligent and risk-based security in protecting wind farms under construction in Serbia.

G4S Academy publishes its guides to detecting and countering drones

The rapidly increasing use of drones has created a challenge for governments and regulators. In the wrong hands they can be a dangerous weapon, capable of causing harm and widespread disruption. But drone technology also has great potential to help with security, when it’s deployed in the right circumstances. 

Latvia’s capital city gym culture secured

Securing a modern 24-hour gym in Latvia’s capital city Riga includes a responsive security system to keep the building safe in lockdown and when gym-goers return.

Indonesia Employees Awarded for Dramatic jakarta Flood Rescue 

The life saving actions taken by the G4S team in Indonesia to evacuate Shell employees who became trapped during a flash flood have been praised by the leadership of the global energy company. 

Specialist tech helps businesses prepare against attacks by hazardous materials

The sharp rise of attacks by use of hazardous materials in recent years is prompting more organisations to implement smart technology solutions that help them detect and manage these risks and better protect their people and assets from harm.

G4S Academy Specialists to Co-host 2021 Security Summit Session

Experts from the G4S Academy will co-host a session on Enterprise Security Risk Management at the all digital 2021 Security Summit in May, with John Petruzzi, ASIS International President of Global Board of Directors, giving the keynote address. 

Lithuanian beverage maker's high-tech factory security

An intelligent G4S security solution at UAB Italiana LT’s alcoholic beverage factory in Lithuania is controlled remotely to protect employees and valuable assets.

Allied Universal acquires G4S plc

Creating a global integrated security services leader