Ranger Fire and Security – established by industry specialists – has been formally launched today, with the acquisition of two highly-regarded industry companies: Ignis Fire Protection Ltd and Amerex Fire International Ltd.
- The company has been launched in response to the rapid transformation and increasing life safety regulations within the industry and aims to provide the full range of fire and security services under one umbrella platform.
- Ranger’s goal is to be at the forefront of fire protection, security and life safety, building an industry leading company through close partnerships with regional operators and investing heavily in technology.
- It will enable its customers across sectors to access high-quality fire and security services more efficiently.
Tuesday 20th February 2024, London: Ranger Fire and Security has announced its entry into the market with the acquisition of two high-performing industry businesses, as part of its mission to reshape the sector.
Founded by industry specialists and service business experts, the company will bring together high-quality fire and security businesses in partnership under a unified parent company. Ranger’s first two acquisitions will play a crucial role in creating a pioneering platform that delivers innovation to the UK’s fire and security sector. The businesses acquired are:
- Ignis Fire Protection Ltd: A midlands-based fire detection and security-based business, with a strong reputation for service quality.
- Amerex Fire International Ltd: A vehicle and kitchen suppression service provider that has national coverage, with long-standing relationships with a key fire extinguisher distributor and service provider.
The UK’s growing fire and security market is currently highly regulated and highly skilled, with many individual businesses focusing on specific areas within the industry instead of providing a full range of services. This has in turn led to fragmentation in the market, with an increasing number of players in a highly competitive landscape.
Ranger aims to overcome these challenges by creating a collaborative and effective industry platform. Those businesses that join the group will benefit from support in areas such as growth strategies, finance and pooling of expertise.
Bringing together top services providers in a partnership under one roof will also create value for the customers these businesses serve, while retaining the relationships and culture of pre-existing service providers. Corporate organisations, charities, and public sector bodies managing their fire, safety, and security regulatory obligations will be able to benefit from a comprehensive and best-in-class level of service.
Mark Bridges, CEO of Ranger Fire and Security, said: “The UK’s fire and security industry has undergone huge and rapid transformation in the last decade, and we strongly believe the best businesses in this sector can be even stronger together – working collaboratively to offer multiple high-quality services to their customers under one umbrella.
“Ranger aspires to not only be a collective entity but also a kitemark for high quality and reliability in the fire and security services industry. With the launch of this new company, customers will benefit from the peace-of-mind that comes with knowing all their fire and security requirements are being met by the best suppliers in the industry that can now be accessed all from one place.
“We are excited to welcome Ignis Fire Protection and Amerex Fire International to the team, and this is only the start. We are always looking to collaborate with fire and security entrepreneurs and businesses to whom we can offer support to help them scale in line with their ambitions, and we expect to announce more businesses joining our company very soon.”
Steve Evans, Managing Director of Amerex, said: “Over the years, Amerex has established itself as a leading provider of vehicle suppression systems, service and maintenance. Today’s announcement represents a significant milestone in our journey and will enable us to further increase our reach across the UK, while broadening our service offerings.
“I’m looking forward to leading Ranger’s suppression distribution and vehicle systems division as we together work to address the diverse needs of the marketplace and grow the Ranger family.”
Martin Donald, Founder of Ignis Fire Protection, said: “Providing unmatched customer care has always been at the heart of Ignis. We’re therefore pleased to be joining the Ranger group, where this ethos is shared across the company.
“I’m excited to now be leading efforts in the Midlands and beyond, utilising our extensive engineer base across the country to unlock a new level of excellence in the fire and safety industry, propelling Ranger towards becoming a unique and unmatched market competitor.”
Backed by experienced private equity investors Hyperion, Ranger has a considerable runway for further investments, acquisitions, and innovations. The management team, composed of leading industry experts including CEO Mark Bridges and Managing Director Ian Teader, provides companies under the Ranger umbrella with access to specialist knowledge and experience.
These acquisitions are fundamental to Ranger’s vision of a holistic platform for high-quality fire and security services, while providing an opportunity for fire and security businesses to be a part of a collaborative network rather than operating individually. The benefits of this include increased purchasing power when investing in skills and professional development training at scale, enabling them to invest and grow with the best talent available.
Ranger is set for continued growth, with a robust strategy in place for future acquisitions throughout 2024 and beyond. Collaborations will further strengthen its position as a leader in the UK’s fire and security market.
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About Ranger Fire and Security
Ranger Fire and Security is a company serving the UK’s fire and security sector, with a mission to deliver greater innovation and enhanced services to customers. Launched by industry specialists and service business experts, it will bring together quality-led businesses operating in the UK’s growing fire and security market.
With the market more highly regulated than ever, Ranger will combine high-performance, high-potential fire and security businesses on one collaborative platform. With Ranger, UK businesses, charities and public sector bodies get total peace of mind that they can manage and fulfil their fire, safety and security regulatory obligations in one place.
For more information, visit: https://www.rangerfs.com
About Hyperion Equity Partners
Hyperion Equity Partners is a mid-market PE investment firm that focuses on executing buy-and-build strategies in industries with strong cashflows and high levels of recurring income. The firm was launched following the success of previously executed buy-and-builds, most notably Titan Wealth.
For more information, visit: https://www.hyperion-equity.com/
