Senseco Systems has been acquired by andwis to create the UK’s largest and most highly accredited independent Fire & Security provider

Arrowpoint Advisory’s Business Services sector team has advised Senseco Systems on its sale to andwis, marking a major milestone for both companies.

Senseco is an industry-leading brand and dominant force in the large, complex fire systems market – particularly in London and the South-East. It is the highest accredited independent company in the UK and has developed over time to provide a comprehensive portfolio of life safety focused services across fire and security – achieved through strategic acquisitions, successful integrations and strong organic growth.

andwis Group is the UK’s trusted single partner for full technical and compliance services. It brings all essential services together with deep expertise in: Fire & Security, Environmental Services, Lifts & Entrances, Maintenance & Response, and Mechanical & Electrical. The addition of Senseco to andwis further strengthens the group’s industry-leading technical and compliance solutions for single and multi-site estates nationwide and expands andwis’ Fire & Security capability.

Steve Thomas, CEO of Senseco Systems said: “Since starting with just a handful of people in 2009, Senseco Systems has grown into a team of more than 350 across eight fire and security service lines, operating from seven locations across the UK. It has been an incredible journey built by talented loyal people who share a commitment to service delivery, technical competence, and supporting one another. Joining the andwis group is an exciting and natural next step. The geographical fit is excellent, but more importantly, the cultural alignment and shared belief in empowering entrepreneurial businesses and great people make this next step truly special.”

Phil Greenwood, CEO of andwis commented: “We are delighted to welcome Senseco Systems to the andwis family. From the first meeting with Steve and the team, we could all see the clear alignment in capability, customer base and culture, which makes for a strong strategic fit. Their deep expertise in critical life safety systems and technical authority further strengthens our offering and makes andwis the leading independent Fire and Security provider in the UK.”

Joe Austin, Managing Director at Arrowpoint Advisory, highlighted: “We were delighted to advise the Senseco team on their highly strategic combination with andwis to create the UK’s largest and most accredited independent provider of fire and security services. The transaction continues our exceptional track record in the Built Environment sector, particularly where there are strong risk, compliance and safety themes. We continue to be one of the most active advisers with experience across the entire value chain from fire and security, to technical mechanical and electrical services, and wider facilities maintenance and management.”

Steve Thomas, CEO of Senseco Systems added: “Joe and the team at Rothschild & Co used their deep sector experience to provide invaluable support and guidance to the Senseco team throughout the process. They designed a competitive process that gave us the luxury of choice with respect to potential partners and were hands-on in overseeing and executing the project, providing balanced strategic and financial advice along the way.”

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