Tue, 12 May 2026 | BUSINESS NEWS
A listed provider of fire protection services based in Elland is planning further M&A activity after a series of acquisitions, combined with organic expansion, helped drive profit and revenue growth in its latest results.
London Security plc reported operating profits of £32.7 million in the year to December 31 2025, up from £29.7 million a year earlier. Revenues, meanwhile, increased from £220.7 million in 2024 to £244.3 million last year.
These improved results came after a year in which the business acquired a number of service contracts from smaller, well-established providers, while also growing its presence across the UK, France and the Netherlands.
London Security says it provides fire protection to more than 350,000 customers annually. The group operates through a number of European brands, with a strong local presence covering the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, Austria, France, Germany, Denmark and Luxembourg.
Providing fire extinguishers and related equipment, in addition to maintenance services, the group focuses on generating recurring service revenues and expanding its service pool through acquisitions and organic growth.
In a statement accompanying the results, chairman JJ Murray said: "We continue to believe that the group's well-established business model and solid financials provide a strong foundation to provide profitable growth and long-term shareholder returns.”
"The conflict in the Middle East has no direct impact on the group but will lead to an increase in inflation and may affect business confidence and growth in our market.”
Murray continued that the group “has a healthy balance sheet, strong cash reserves and a track record for good cash generation”.
The group says it will continue to target acquisitions throughout Europe and that it will continue to invest at prices where the board envisages an adequate return.
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