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HISTORY Securitas AB was founded in 1934 in Sweden , and has since expanded and grown into various areas of the security business. This growth has come mainly from the acquisition of smaller companies, both domestically and internationally. Securitas's business is promoted with three keywords - ''Integrity'', ''Vigilance'', and ''Helpfulness''. These are symbolized by the three red circles in the company logo. In 2000, the company organized the group into ''Security Services'', which handles Access Control through manned guarding, i.e. stationary objects like receptions and visitor management; ''Security Systems'' which handles large alarm and Surveillance System s; and ''Cash Handling Services'' which handle the transport, packaging, counting and storage of physical values such as Cash and Precious Metal s. In July 2003 Securitas acquired '' Pinkerton & Burns Security Services'', based in the United States , making it one of the largest Security companies in the world. Its world headquarters is in London . As of 2007, several new companies have broken off the larger subgroups and operate largely on their own, answering only to the main headquarters. These changes in structure are still going on, but one major change is that Cash Handling Services have been renamed ''Loomis'', and this division is expected to be sold. COMPANY PROFILE The Securitas Aktiebolag is a Swedish security solutions ( Security Guard ) Company . It has 230,000 employees in over 30 countries worldwide, including the United States , Canada , Europe , Mexico , and Argentina . The company which is now based in London has service lines that include uniformed security officers, consulting and investigations, systems integration and cash-in-transit. In Switzerland , the group's company is called ''Protectas AG'', Securitas AG being a competitor. In Denmark , the group's company is called ''Dansikring A/S''. The company has made it a priority to have its brand name the same and recognizeable throughout its operating area, and names will vary as little as possible. Securitas is controlled by Gustaf Douglas through his company Latour . Another major shareholder is the chairman of the board, Melker Schörling . MARKET Securitas currently controls 12% of the global market. In Europe, the share is 15 percent, and 18 percent in the US. The customer base is very diversified, with every major industry represented. Smaller niches have also been a priority, such as the oil industry, and maritime operations (i.e. ISPS security, and on vessel security). Securitas Canada is the largest security services company in Canada . BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT
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