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International collaboration and co-ordination between security agencies have been around since the early 20th century. The most famously known of course, is the International Criminal Police Organization, better known as INTERPOL, which was established in 1923. Other forms of security collaboration that exist between states involve intelligence sharing and intergovernmental military alliances like NATO which is based on collective defence of its members. However, in the realm of the private security industry, this trend is relatively new. As big private […]

As we commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9/11, it’s worth looking at how the dynamic of global security has changed in the past decade. The devastating attacks on the US, and subsequent terror attacks over the years in London, Madrid, Bali, India, Pakistan and Norway, show that despite channelling massive resources towards securing cities against terrorism, the scourge of society continue to threaten ordinary citizens. This raises concerns about public safety. Unlike a conventional war, terror groups reside amongst us […]

US based private security giant company, Apollo partners with Magenta Security, one of the UK’s leading private security companies, for its UK manned guarding operations. The partnership will give Magenta Security an opportunity to take up security activities for both US and non-US clients in the UK. Magenta Security Services managing director, Abbey Petkar said: “The international partnership is an incredible achievement for Magenta Security. It is an acknowledgement of our track record for providing highly professional services across a number […]

Magenta Security has been nominated for several categories in the Security Excellence Awards for the third year in a row. The leading security services provider, with its head office in Hounslow and operations in Swindon, Kent, Birmingham and Manchester, that offers bespoke security services to customers across the UK, has been shortlisted for two categories at the prestigious industry awards; Green Security Provider of the Year and Guarding Company of the Year. It’s not the first time the firm has […]

Magenta Security’s latest SIA-ACS audit scored 115, places them firmly in the top 5% private security providers in the UK. In particular, this highlights their commitment to quality, customers, and a willingness to work towards improving efficiency. Magenta Security’s managing director, Abbey Petkar comments: “We are thrilled to be rated so highly in our SIA-ACS audit. They conduct a rigorous process, where 108 in considered exceptional and only achieved by some of the biggest names in the security industry. To have […]

The recent riots around UK didn’t come without warning or prediction. In a survey of our customers, contacts and prospects, 53% cited theft as the greatest security threat to their business. In most cases fear of property theft was higher than the fear of Intellectual Property (IP) theft, which was only mentioned by 2% of respondents. Anti-social behaviour was rated as the second biggest threat to businesses. Businesses surveyed included retailers, local authorities, recreational facilities and commercial buildings – the […]

Chubb Emergency Response, a leading provider of security and fire safety solutions is partnering with Magenta Security, one of UK’s leading manned security companies to provide manned guarding services for businesses and industries nationwide. The partnership, which was announced recently, will allow Chubb Emergency Response to develop its manned guarding offering through the expertise and long standing knowledge of Magenta’s team. Magenta Security Services, managing director, Abbey Petkar said: “It is great news for Magenta Security, This partnership with Chubb […]

Security guards  are some of the most important people in society. They are responsible and selfless. They guard our people, property, and assets and put themselves in a harms way to ensure that we are safe as we go about doing our daily tasks. But what makes a great security guard? To be a great security guard involves having a strong commitment to care for people and society at large. Though security is often associated with being tough, dealing with […]

As a company dealing with security, our people serve on the front line of society under exceptional circumstances. Every year we have stories of our staff showing great presence of mind and courage while on duty. We take extreme pride in our people and organise award ceremonies to thank and recognise them for their various achievements. Recently, we organised our first award ceremony to recognise individual achievement, extraordinary acts of heroism while on duty and meritorious service. This year’s awards […]

There has been a lot of debate about how the Protection of Freedom bill will work. My particular concern is in regard to the CCTV usage. Reports over the years have suggested that Britain is probably one of the most watched nations on earth, making it, what many call a ‘surveillance society.’ There are up to 4.2 million CCTV local cameras operating in Britain – about one for every 14 people. The average Briton finds himself captured on CCTV footage roughly […]