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The National Security Inspectorate (NSI), the UK and Eire’s most widely recognized certification body for fire and security providers, is delighted to announce the appointment of Jon Webster as its new Head of Marketing. Jon will be heading NSI’s marketing strategy and communications, helping to strengthen the organization’s brand and support its continued growth across the security and fire safety sectors. Global growth and launch of new services Jon brings extensive experience in marketing leadership, most newly as Marketing Director at Practicus Jon brings extensive experience in marketing leadership, most recently as Marketing Director at Practicus, a company specializing in business transformation and change. In that role, Jon developed strategies that boosted digital performance, enhanced brand positioning and supported international growth and the launch of new services.   At NSI, Jon will shape the organization’s marketing direction, working closely with colleagues, certified companies and industry partners. His focus will be on amplifying NSI’s voice with both industry and public audiences, enhancing engagement and reinforcing awareness of the important role NSI plays in raising standards and protecting the public. Growth and engagement strategy Richard Fogelman, Chief Executive Officer at NSI, said: “We are delighted to welcome Jon to the team. His experience and expertise in building effective marketing functions will be invaluable as NSI continues to evolve and deliver assurance to businesses and peace of mind to the public. Marketing is a critical part of our growth and engagement strategy and Jon will play a key role in driving this forward.” Jon Webster added: “I’m excited to be joining NSI at such an important time. NSI has a strong culture, a clear mission and a vital role in the industry as a trusted partner. I look forward to helping further develop and share NSI’s story, working alongside colleagues, certified companies and industry partners to support the next stage of the organization’s journey.”

Ranger Fire and Security has announced its first acquisition of 2025, with McGoff & Vickers Fire & Security Systems (MGV) becoming the latest business to join the rapidly growing Ranger Group. Run by industry specialists and service business experts, Ranger brings together high-quality fire and security (F&S) businesses in partnership to share industry expertise, resources and boost cross-selling opportunities. Fire protection services North-West-based F&S business MGV has a history of providing high-quality fire protection services Founded in 1925, North-West-based F&S business MGV has a long history of providing high-quality fire protection services within both the private and public sectors. It currently boasts a wide range of high-profile clients, including hospitals, councils, and educational facilities. With a hugely loyal customer base, MGV has a 95% recurring revenue stream based on maintenance relationships, which aligns closely with Ranger’s guardrails. NSI’s highest technical standards Later this year, the company celebrates its centenary anniversary, as it continues to enhance security for its customers through a range of products, including fire, intruder, CCTV, electrical, and data cabling network installations. MGV has also been a National Security Inspectorate NACOSS Gold Contractor since the 1970s, achieving the NSI’s highest technical standards. As a security specialist in the North-West, MGV will complement the existing fire alarm services at Ranger and enhance the group’s multidiscipline and cross-selling capability. The team will work with other companies in the Ranger Group to increase efficiency, skills and knowledge, while delivering work to existing customers on a wider scale. Ranger’s enhanced mission MGV will continue to operate under its current name but will work closely with Syncro Fire and Security As part of this acquisition, and like previous businesses that have joined the Ranger Group, MGV will continue to operate under its current name but will work closely alongside Syncro Fire and Security to further enhance Ranger’s mission in delivering a one-stop shop for its North-West customers.  Gerry Bates, Managing Director of Syncro, said: “We know McGoff & Vickers really well by reputation, and they have an excellent reputation gained with their many long-standing customers, providing the North-West with the high-quality fire and security needs it requires." Incredible opportunity for Ranger Bates added: “Working closely with Syncro under the Ranger umbrella, we will work together as a team to enable McGoff & Vickers and Syncro to delight our current customer base and to reach a wider range of customers. I’m looking forward to working with the MGV team to enhance our offering to customers across the North-West.” Ian Teader, Group Managing Director of Ranger Fire and Security, said: “MGV is well known to me and its business model aligns closely with what we are looking to achieve at Ranger. To have a business join with such a strong reputation and history is testament to Ranger’s pull in the market. Furthermore, for the business to be a 95% maintenance led business is an incredible opportunity for Ranger to build out their services alongside the other businesses that we have in the North-West.” Range of quality fire and security services Ranger has embarked on a mission to set itself as the one-stop solution provider in the fire and safety sector Mark Giardelli, Managing Director of McGoff & Vickers Fire and Security Systems, said: “Joining the Ranger Group and working closely with Syncro is a huge opportunity for MGV and its customers. This will enable MGV to further expand the business, as well as giving clients greater access to a full range of quality fire and security services through cross-selling initiatives." “Collaborating with other companies allows for an expansion in services to existing clients while also reaching new customers. The plan is to work closely with other North-West based businesses to increase resources, skills and knowledge to the area.” Ranger Fire and Security’s previous acquisitions The announcement builds on Ranger Fire and Security’s previous acquisitions of AFIL, Ignis Fire Protection Ltd, Syncro Group Ltd, IPH Fire Solutions Ltd, Fire Door Specialists Ltd, KSS Fire Suppression, and Secureshield Ltd, which together have helped Ranger to enhance its offering in all key areas of fire and security services, such as fire detection and alarms, extinguisher maintenance, passive fire, and security services.     Since launching in Q1 2024, with backing from the private investment firm Hyperion Equity Partners, Ranger has embarked on a mission to establish itself as the pioneering one-stop solution provider in the fire and safety sector, offering a comprehensive range of services through both regional and national operations, and providing a seamless customer experience. Funding for the acquisition was provided by ThinCats.

Ranger Fire and Security has announced its first acquisition of 2025, with McGoff & Vickers Fire & Security Systems (MGV) becoming the latest business to join the rapidly growing Ranger Group. Run by industry specialists and service business experts, Ranger brings together high-quality fire and security (F&S) businesses in partnership to share industry expertise, resources and boost cross-selling opportunities. High-quality fire protection services Founded in 1925, North-West-based F&S business MGV has a long history of providing high-quality fire protection services within both the private and public sectors. It currently boasts a wide range of high-profile clients, including hospitals, councils, and educational facilities. With a hugely loyal customer base, MGV has a 95% recurring revenue stream based on maintenance relationships, which aligns closely with Ranger’s guardrails. Later this year the company celebrates its centenary anniversary, as it continues to enhance security for its customers through a range of products including fire, intruder, CCTV, electrical and data cabling networks installations. Further enhance Ranger’s mission MGV has also been a National Security Inspectorate NACOSS Gold Contractor since the 1970s, achieving the NSI’s highest technical standards. As a security specialist in the North-West, MGV will complement the existing fire alarm services at Ranger and enhance the group’s multidiscipline and cross-selling capability. The team will work with other companies in the Ranger Group to increase efficiency, skills and knowledge, while delivering work to existing customers on a wider scale. As part of this acquisition, and like previous businesses that have joined the Ranger Group, MGV will continue to operate under its current name but will work closely alongside Syncro Fire and Security to further enhance Ranger’s mission delivering a one-stop shop for its North-West customers. High-quality fire and security Gerry Bates, Managing Director of Syncro, said: “We know McGoff & Vickers really well by reputation, and they have an excellent reputation gained with their many long-standing customers providing the North-West with the high-quality fire and security needs it requires." “Working closely with Syncro under the Ranger umbrella, we will work together as a team to enable McGoff & Vickers and Syncro to delight our current customer base and also to reach a wider range of customers. I’m looking forward to working with the MGV team to enhance our offering to customers across the North-West.” Ranger’s pull in the market Ian Teader, Group Managing Director of Ranger Fire and Security, said: “MGV is well known to me and its business model aligns closely with what we are looking to achieve at Ranger." "To have a business join with such a strong reputation and history is a testament to Ranger’s pull in the market. Furthermore, for the business to be a 95% maintenance-led business is an incredible opportunity for Ranger to build out their services alongside the other businesses that we have in the North-West”. Range of quality fire and security services Mark Giardelli, Managing Director of McGoff & Vickers Fire and Security Systems, said: “Joining the Ranger Group and working closely with Syncro is a huge opportunity for MGV and its customers. This will enable MGV to further expand the business, as well as giving clients greater access to a full range of quality fire and security services through cross-selling initiatives." “Collaborating with other companies allows for an expansion in the services to existing clients while also reaching new customers. The plan is to work closely with other North-West based businesses to increase resources, skills and knowledge to the area.” Ranger Fire and Security’s previous acquisitions of AFIL The announcement builds on Ranger Fire and Security’s previous acquisitions of AFIL, Ignis Fire Protection Ltd, Syncro Group Ltd, IPH Fire Solutions Ltd, Fire Door Specialists Ltd, KSS Fire Suppression, and Secureshield Ltd which together have helped Ranger to enhance its offering in all key areas of fire and security services, such as fire detection and alarms, extinguisher maintenance, passive fire and security services. Since launching in Q1 2024, with backing from the private investment firm Hyperion Equity Partners, Ranger has embarked on a mission to establish itself as the pioneering one-stop solution provider in the fire and safety sector, offering a comprehensive range of services through both regional and national operations, and providing a seamless customer experience. Funding for the acquisition was provided by ThinCats.