G4S Acquires the Project Security Systems Division of Eureka Forbes

New Delhi, 23 October 2009: G4S India takes over the project security systems division of Eureka Forbes Ltd and with this acquisition; G4S will double the size of its security systems business in India. G4S and Eureka Forbes have also entered into 50:50 Joint Venture for Monitoring Home Alarm systems in India.

Mr. Marzin R Shroff, CEO Direct Sales, Eureka Forbes Ltd. feels that this joint venture is a perfect partnership that brings together the knowledge and proficiency of the two leaders in their fields which will not only help to reach out to more customers, but will also provide better customer service.

Ms. Rupal Sinha, Regional Managing Director is particularly happy that this acquisition and strategic partnership has come at a time when G4S has achieved the significant milestone of two decades successful operations in India on October 23, 2009. This will further strengthen G4S in providing efficient, effective and sustainable security solutions in the Indian market for which it has been recognized and accredited as pioneers for setting security industry

Further, talking about G4S’ journey in India, Ms. Sinha says that it all started with the vision of Mr. Jorgen Philip-Sorensen CBE, President Emeritus, G4S, to lead the global security industry and have a worldwide footprint that attracted him to the Asian market in late 80’s. He felt that India is on the verge of globalization and a need for emerging security industry will be inevitable for the business environment.

His vision met with the imagination of David I. Hudson MBE, Regional President, G4S, who came to India to start the operations of Group 4 Securitas, (as it was then called) and built this business to the magnitude that today it is considered to have set benchmark in the Indian security industry. As Mr. Hudson quotes – “Business in India is only limited by your imagination”. The world didn’t stop there and Mr. Hudson grew the business in Africa, Middle East and Asian markets.

G4S India strived in early 90’s to establish the concept of professional manned security services and thereafter offered multiple security solutions that entailed Security Systems, Cash Services, Facility Management with focused training and quality delivery being key to all the businesses. To maintain uniformity and excellence, G4S conceptualized that the operating businesses must be supported with the in-house garment manufacturing unit, IT solutions and technology and Recruitment Company.

G4S’ garment manufacturing company, Indo British Garments, accredited with SA 8000, has now grown to become leading uniform solution provider within G4S worldwide exporting uniforms to over 50 countries. G4S IT Services and the recruitment company, First Select, has similarly expanded its horizon by offering support to G4S companies in Middle East, Asia and Africa.

G4S India has primarily grown organically and the past twenty years have been eventful, and in many ways, epoch making journey, in terms of both phenomenal growth, range of services provided, and a virtually all-embracing portfolio of clients.

“With over 140,000 employees, we are not only the second largest private employer in India but the country’s largest security company and none of this would have been possible without the loyalty and support of our employees, who are our biggest assets and these are always reflected in our care, compassion, concern and equal opportunity that we display not only towards our employees but to the community at large with our CSR initiatives”…. says Ms. Sinha.

Ms. Sinha is enthusiastic about the future saying, “We enjoy the business of assisting our clients in finding the security solutions. This often requires balancing competing objectives, and that’s where our experience is invaluable. We are all very proud of this accomplishment and grateful to our customers and employees who helped us reach here.

About G4S

G4S is the world's largest security solutions group with a turnover of GBP 5.9 billion as on 31st December 2008. It has presence in six continents and extends its services to cover more than 110 countries with employee strength of 585,000 people. With more than 100 years of existence and with its commitment to be a Total Quality Service Provider, G4S is a pioneer in providing world class Security (including Manned Security, Security Systems and Justice Services), besides security-related services.

About Eureka Forbes

Eureka Forbes is a Rs 10 billion multi-product, multi-channel corporation operating through over 250 offices in major cities with over 9000 employees and is a part of the Shapoorji Pallonji Group.

Eureka Forbes is a Superbrand and is a Harvard Business School Case Study and is amongst the top 10 best employers in the country.

Eureka Forbes is a leading player in the consumer durables industry, having a presence across the water purification and hygiene cleaning value chain. The major products out of their stable are the Euroclean Vacuum Cleaner and the Aquaguard water purifier.

Eureka Forbes is Asia's largest direct selling organisation – its 7,000 strong direct sales force reach 2.6 million Indian homes in a year, adding 1,800 customers daily. It primarily sells residential and industrial water purifier systems, residential and industrial vacuum cleaners, home security systems and air purifiers. Based on its success in India, Eureka Forbes has spread its wings globally to over 29 countries.

Eureka Forbes continuously challenges its own performance and seeks global level recognition by submitting their products to the most stringent tests in world class laboratories. Eureka Forbes has always been a true “Friend for Life” for its customers.

For more information visit: www.eurekaforbes.com

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