Michael Lamoureaux

Retailers are being encouraged to ensure their security guards are supported by the latest security technology Retailers have been warned by the National Police Chiefs' Council to consider the security implications associated with the sales surge expected this Black Friday (27 November). Deploying Latest Security Equipment Originally an American calendar event, designed to mark the beginning of the Christmas shopping season, Black Friday promises to be the day when British shoppers hit the shops in order to make the most of the deals on offer. Savvy seasonal bargain hunters can look forward to a day of substantial savings. Likewise, British retailers can expect to reap the financial benefits associated with this annual shopping bonanza – over £8 million was spent last year. With the influx of people expected to grace the high street, Servest is encouraging retailers to prepare accordingly. For those stores taking part in Black Friday, it’s important to consider in-store security plans. Retailers are being encouraged to ensure their security guards are supported by the latest security technology, including alarms, access control, surveillance cameras, and communications systems, in order to cope with the demand this Black Friday. Michael Lamoureaux, Managing Director of Servest Security, said: “We’re urging retailers, especially the ones intending to capitalize on this year’s shopping spree, to consider their approach to security. “If last year’s anything to go by, this Black Friday should see the crowds flood the high streets. It’s, therefore, important that retailers ensure they create a safe, secure working environment; not just to protect their employees and goods, but also to safeguard their customers. “Our highly skilled security services team can help retailers create an integrated strategy that will ensure their employees, customers and goods are kept safe and secure during this busy time.”

Servest Security deliver manned guarding and mobile patrol services to the second phase of this high-profile project Servest Security, part of the Servest Group, has been chosen by the joint venture ATC (Alstom, TSO and Costain) as the guarding security provider for the final system-wide Crossrail project. Servest Safeguards A High-Profile Project The four-year contract will see Servest Security deliver manned guarding and mobile patrol services to the second phase of this high-profile project. The project will see joint venture, ATC, fitting out the necessary track and power equipment within the 21km of twin tunnels that stretch under the city of London. The work will be carried out within the tunnel itself and will span the route covering Royal Oak, Pudding Mill Lane and Plumstead Portals. Upon the completion of this route, the Crossrail trains will be operating from 2018. Servest's Prior Experience In Protecting Crossrail Projects Servest Security has considerable experience protecting Crossrail projects, having worked with the project for several years. Servest has designed a bespoke security package for the ever-evolving and complex needs of the Crossrail project. Crossrail is currently the largest construction project in Europe, and the biggest infrastructure project ever undertaken in the UK. The aim is to improve travel across London by reducing journey times, easing congestion and offering better connections. Set to open in 2018, Crossrail will increase the rail network and support significant regeneration. Servest Security, MD Comments “We are delighted to be working on this project and look forward to working with ATC over the next four years,” said Michael Lamoureaux, Managing Director of Servest Security. “This project further cements Servest Security’s partnership with Crossrail as the main security supplier across London.”

Servest Group joined CSARN to have the opportunity to access and share current industry knowledge and best practice Facilities manager provider, Servest Group has become a member partner of CSARN (City Security and Resilience Networks), the UK’s largest resilience and business security network. CSARN provides an award-winning business security and staff safety advisory service for its membership, which includes public and private sector leaders. This is achieved through providing business intelligence, educational networking events, training and specialist project management. Michael Lamoureaux, Managing Director of Security at Servest Group, said: “Servest Group is delighted to join CSARN to have the opportunity to access and share current industry knowledge and best practice.” Brett Lovegrove, CEO of CSARN said: "Servest Group has an excellent international reputation in facilities management and our global membership will undoubtedly welcome the new ideas and products Servest will deliver. We are looking forward to working closely with Servest.”