VPS acquires Camwatch

VPS has acquired Camwatch, a specialist security provider to a wide range of sectors in the UK.

Based in Greater Manchester, Camwatch has over 10 years’ experience in developing security products. Over the last few years, Camwatch has developed a CCTV solution that supports the security of construction and remote sites. In addition, Camwatch’s ATM locking bar is currently deployed in over 4,000 cash machines in the UK for a range of blue chip customers. Camwatch has its own accredited alarm and video Monitoring Centre.

“Camwatch is a great business which offers innovative solutions and excellent customer service – two things that VPS also prides itself on. The Camwatch CCTV solution will provide us with technology to support our current manned guarding business as well as help us develop into new segments” said Mark Silver, CEO of VPS. “Camwatch’s 10 year experience fits well with our expertise in the security of managing problematic vacant properties and sites.”

Phil Bunting, Director Sales and Technology from Camwatch, said:  “We are looking forward to working with VPS to grow our business. VPS offers both the investment and management support that we need to take Camwatch to the next level. Camwatch has an excellent reputation for providing outstanding customer service and we will of course be continuing that. From a customer perspective, it will be business as usual.”

VPS’ core services cover the vacant, unoccupied and void property lifecycle from an initial risk assessment, to security, including monitoring, clearing, security, maintenance, manned guarding, cleaning and preparation. These combined services protect properties or areas against unauthorised access and a variety of hazards such as arson, theft, squatting and unauthorised occupation.