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Understanding your organisation's security risks

We understand that each customer has a unique risk profile and risk tolerance. Leading with a Risk-Based Approach to security programme design, we help customers recognise their unique vulnerabilities and identify the best people, process and technology solutions to address them.

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Our services

Security services

With an extensive range of security systems and products, we can help businesses reach their security objectives by increasing their revenues, reducing the costs of managing risk, protecting critical assets or improving service delivery to customers.

Cash solutions

Focused on cash management and cash technology

Consulting services

G4S has a global Risk Consulting capability offering trusted security advice.

Care and Justice services

The Group's Care & Justice services businesses are concentrated in the UK and Australia where we have built significant knowledge and expertise.

Our history

We support our knowledge of global security trends with a deep understanding of our customers' unique needs. We have an enviable heritage with more than 100 years in the security industry.

Our purpose

Our purpose, vision, mission and values are core to shaping the culture of our organisation, helping to guide, unite, differentiate and sustain us. They are integral to everything we do.

Where we operate

Operating in over 100 countries and territories, we play an important role in society, creating social value by generating employment for hundreds of thousands of people and by helping communities operate in safer, more secure environments where they can thrive.

Uganda fish farm on shores of Lake Victoria

Synchronised security: Protecting a fish farm on the shores of Lake Victoria

G4S Uganda is securing the entire production life cycle of the fish farm, covering assets on land and water.

Employee at Czech Republic Remote Monitoring Centre

“Technological fortress” – G4S’s Monitoring and Alarm Receiving Centre in the Czech Republic

Steel-plated walls, two-factor authentication for entry and a backup server are just some the features which enable the centre to operate continuously, no matter what situation might occur.

G4S Indonesia overhauls security at one of the country's key power plants

G4S-designed security solution received a ‘Gold Score’ in audit by Indonesia National Police.

G4S awarded contract to secure Sizewell C project

G4S has been awarded the contract as the principal security provider for Sizewell C, the new 3.2GW nuclear power station under construction on the Suffolk coast.

Allen Ssebugwawo, managing director G4S Uganda

G4S Uganda achieves Certified Membership from ICOCA

Certified Membership underlines company’s commitment to human rights.

Securing a global IT company’s Japan HQ

When a global IT company chose to lease out the majority of their Tokyo office after Covid, G4S quickly adapted its security offering.

Country-wide security for beverage maker Boissons du Cameroun

G4S is providing a country-wide security solution for Cameroon’s biggest drinks maker, Boissons du Cameroun, across 80 sites in 10 regions.

G4S's key role in the launch of one of Serbia's first smart cities

Move into smart cities marks a natural progression for G4S Serbia with its strong track record of delivering electronic security systems.

G4S Kenya secures world's largest women's international team sports competition

G4S Kenya provided mobile command and control security services at the Billie Jean King Cup last month in Nairobi.

How businesses can reduce the threat from Subversive attacks

The threat of subversive attacks is on the increase, and business can take steps to reduce this.

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Why British universities must increase security to prevent threats from hostile states

MI5 has warned vice-chancellors that British universities are being targeted by hostile states to steal sensitive research.

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Being stung by a honeytrap is a constant security threat

Scandal, sleaze and ‘sexting’ - how the Westminster ‘honeytrap’ story is a reminder that vigilance against social engineering and phishing threats remains necessary

An insider wearing a hood sitting at 2 computer screens with a mobile phone in their hand

Insider Threats: The risks employees can pose

With insider threats on the increase, G4S Academy International Director Noah Price explains the risks and threats employees can pose to your organisation and how to prevent them.

Predictive analysis and the future of AI

G4S Academy Director Noah Price spoke at the World Institute of Nuclear Security (WINS) in Vienna today on AI. This is an abridged version of his presentation.

How G4S is helping to achieve an immaculate safety record at a Colombian mine

Health and safety has always been an area of focus for the mining sector, but it’s the golden thread running through the Cerro Matoso mine in the north of Colombia.

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Climate change security hazards to increase by double-digits as companies urged to prepare

Businesses must prepare for a double-digit increase in climate change hazards that impact physical security in the next year and could threaten supply chains, people and finance

G4S security officer looking out onto a mine

Zama zamas are just the tip of the criminal polycrisis in mining

News headlines continue to show evidence of the devastating effects of illegal mining in SA. A few weeks ago the inquest into the 2016 Lily Mine disaster concluded that the failure to combat illegal mining in the area contributed to the collapse of the mine, in which three people were killed.

A G4S branded banner at the Nairobi Marathon

Why October is a Marathon, not a sprint, for G4S Kenya

The last weekend of October in Nairobi is the busiest of the year for the management and security officers at G4S Kenya - securing the well-attended Nairobi Marathon and OktobaFest.

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9 in 10 security chiefs say AI will have the biggest impact on physical security operations

9 in 10 (90%) of Chief Security Officers (CSOs) at large, global businesses operating in the UK agree that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have the biggest impact on physical security operations over the next 5 years

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How our Security Operations Centre puts employees of Fortune 200 business first

When faced with a serious emergency or environmental threat, being able to conduct welfare checks on staff is a top priority for one customer in Japan and South Korea.

Regenerating communities in South Sudan

G4S’s Ordnance Management company, in partnership with the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), is removing landmines and other explosive hazards in South Sudan.

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G4S UK wins two five-year UK Government contracts

G4S Secure Solutions UK (SSUK) has won two five-year contracts from the Government Property Agency (GPA)

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G4S becomes official partner of UPS in Kenya for courier services

G4S Kenya, the market leader for courier services in the country, and UPS (NYSE: UPS), one of the world’s largest companies and global leader in logistics, announced an exclusive partnership for domestic courier and logistics services.

Why a smart safe is transformational in Uganda

G4S Uganda is rolling out a smart safe enabling cash deposits to hit bank accounts instantly, which has multiple business benefits.

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Aarhus regional council and G4S collaborate to modernise building security

G4S and the Aarhus region in Denmark have entered into an agreement to upgrade alarm and video surveillance systems across hundreds of buildings in the municipality.

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Innovative escape room recruitment concept launched by G4S Belgium

Across the world, G4S has always been innovative when faced with a challenge - it’s the reason it is one of our company values. In Belgium this is no different. With a number of vacant roles and a competitive recruitment market, colleagues have devised a creative recruitment campaign based on a current global craze.

Two Close Protection Officers (CPOs) escorting an executive businessman off an airport tarmac. There is a G4S vehicle and non-branded helicopter in the background

How G4S is stepping up protective security measures ahead of Nigerian elections

The risk of violence and civil unrest surrounding the upcoming Nigerian presidential elections is a threat and while it may mean some global businesses temporarily exit the country taking their employees with them, G4S stands ready to protect its customers with an enhanced range of services available.

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What makes Close Protection Officers exceptional and how to be one

Christian Hviid leads G4S’s burgeoning close protection business in Denmark and with 14 years’ experience in close protection, security and an extensive policing background, he knows what makes Close Protection Officers exceptional and how you get to be one.

Security for Uganda's Largest Music Events

G4S in Uganda has been tasked by Diageo to provide security for a series of music gigs and festivals run by its subsidiary, Uganda Breweries Limited. With Risk 360 (risk assessment software), it is able to monitor the security threat level at every event in real-time and spot emerging trends.

G4S Latvia partners with Latvia State Police on drone detection

G4S is working with the State Police of Latvia to put in place a mobile drone detection system for large events and to provide training for officers using technology.

Careers at G4S

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