Largest private security services company, GardaWorld further strengthens its footprint with the acquisition of WorldAware. This American company specialises in integrated security risk management, with solutions that integrate threat intelligence with innovative technologies and world-class response services.
The acquisition of WorldAware by the Canadian security giant marks the creation of a veritable world leader in security risk managementCrisis24, a French company specialising in risk intelligence, analysis and information, was acquired by Garda in 2017. Combining the strengths of American WorldAware and European Crisis24 will optimize the complementary nature of their expertise in intelligence monitoring and analysis, their 24/7 operations centres and their technological performance. The result will be threat and risk information services that GardaWorld claims are the most comprehensive in the industry, anywhere in the world.
"The competitive landscape has changed radically and an integrated approach to risk management, combined with the right mix of skills, has never been more crucialsaid Stephan Cretier, Founder and President of GardaWorld. WorldAware is a leader in the security risk market, and by combining it with Crisis24, no other competitor will be able to match the expertise we can now offer, and that's what we're all about. powerful blend of talentCrisis24's experience, strength and reach will enable it to deliver the same level of performance in large-scale security risk management." For the time being, WorldAware and Crisis24 will continue to operate under their respective brands and technologies, in order to ensure a seamless service throughout the integration process.
By joining forces, Crisis24 and WorldAware will provide a consultancy service to 25 % Fortune 500 companies, more than 35 % CAC 40 companies and a host of major European companies, including the distribution of more than 500,000 security alerts and briefings every year. All this is in addition to the protection and intervention capabilities developed by GardaWorld in 45 countries.
