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BusinessWatch UK Fire & Security has been acquired by Andwis Group Ltd

July 2025 — Andwis welcomes Businesswatch UK Fire & Security to the group as part of its continued expansion in fire and security solutions.

BusinessWatch has 25 years’ experience in critical national infrastructure and cutting-edge expertise in life safety systems, from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and response, serving businesses of all sizes across the UK. As the largest installer to utilities, they supply anti-terror security services to the hatches in the UK water supply network. The company also provides a comprehensive range of fire safety systems and services, including fully integrated fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems, as well as fire risk assessments and fire safety training courses. They also supply comprehensive system maintenance packages to ensure minimal risk to site, compliance with legislation and the safety of employees. Additionally, they provide access control systems, intruder alarms, security guarding and keyholding services, with a focus on combating criminal activity, monitoring health and safety on-site, and automatic screening of production lines.

Andwis is an H.I.G.-backed buy-and-build in the broader built environment and compliance space. It provides mission-critical technical services to the built environment through a network of highly-skilled experts. It has a strong presence in the M&E, HVAC, lifts and access control markets through a number of high-quality, local providers.

Our role in the transaction

Oaklins Cavendish, one of Oaklins’ member firms in the UK, advised the shareholders of BusinessWatch UK Fire & Security in this transaction.

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Elliott Jeans

Director
London, United Kingdom
Oaklins Cavendish

Daniel Dwyer

Associate Director
London, United Kingdom
Oaklins Cavendish

Róisín Horan

Associate
London, United Kingdom
Oaklins Cavendish

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