NSI Certified Companies Shine at the 2025 British Security Awards

NSI certified companies demonstrated they are top of their class at this week’s British Security Awards, held yesterday on 17th June at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.  Hosted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), the prestigious annual event recognises exceptional contributions, courageous acts and cutting-edge innovations across the UK’s private security sector.

We extend our warmest congratulations to all the finalists and winners whose dedication and professionalism set the standard for the industry.  In particular, we celebrate the success of the following NSI certified companies and representatives who were recognised in their respective categories:

Customer Experience Champion

Winner: Maria Brett, Westgrove Group
Runner up: Thomas Deeley, Securigroup

Outstanding Act

Runner up: Dilnawaz Ali, Bidvest Noonan

Best Team

Winner: Meadowhall Interchange Team, Bidvest Noonan
Runner up: Touchwood Solihull, Westgrove Group

Security Manager of the Year

Winner: Nitu Kashap, FGH Security

Best Newcomer Award

Winner: Mo Sonko, Mitie

Apprentice of the Year

Winner: Yahya Nisar Dar, OCS Group
Runner up: Matthew Bailey, Openview Security Solutions

Management Excellence Award

Winner: Henna Noordin, Wilson James
Runner up: Tom Marsh, FGH Security

Excellence in Leadership

Winner: Graeme Dyson, EMCOR UK

Corporate Social Responsibility

Winner: Corps Security

EDI Champion

Winner: Jenni Jetzer, Lodge Service
Runner up: Corps Security

Environmental Project of the Year

Winner: Championing Carbon Net Zero, Securigroup

Large Business of the Year

Winner: Mitie

Innovative Security Project

Runner up: Retail Security Technology, Lodge Service

National Partnership

Winner: Comprehensive Lone Worker Detection, Securitas
Runner up: NICC & JLL, Mitie

SME of the Year

Winner: ARC Monitoring

Mental Wellbeing Initiative

Runner up: Securigroup X Able Futures

Contribution to the Industry

Winner: Darren Conway, Lodge Service

Richard FogelmanRichard Fogelman, NSI Chief Executive commented: “The British Security Awards are a key highlight in the industry’s calendar and this year’s event truly showcased the exceptional professionalism, skill and dedication that define the UK’s private security sector.

“Sincere congratulations to all the winners, runners-up and finalists, with special recognition to NSI certified companies and their representatives who were honoured.  Their success is a powerful reflection of the tireless work they do year-round to uphold the highest standards in protecting people, property and places across the UK. NSI certified companies play a vital role in maintaining public confidence in the sector and we are proud to support their continued growth and success.”