The highly anticipated 2025 UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) took place last night (20th February) at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, bringing together a distinguished gathering of professionals from across the UK security sector.
This prestigious event once again showcased the outstanding contributions of individuals and organisations dedicated to security excellence.
Opportunity for buyers and suppliers
Once again, NSI-certified companies were well represented among those recognised, securing notable victories across multiple categories and demonstrating their ongoing commitment to the highest industry standards.
The OSPAs are designed to be independent and inclusive, providing an opportunity for both buyers and suppliers to be acknowledged for their impact on the industry.
Extensive research into key factors
NSI-certified companies had an unique version, with 27 finalists securing 83 nominations
The awards criteria are based on extensive research into the key factors that define outstanding performance, ensuring a rigorous and transparent judging process.
NSI-certified companies delivered an impressive performance, with 27 finalists securing 83 nominations. Four NSI-approved companies achieved success across eight categories, further reinforcing their reputation as industry pioneers.
NSI-certified winners of the 2025
The NSI-certified winners of the 2025 UK OSPAs are
- Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director: Alex Philiotis – First Response Group
- Outstanding Security Team: Crime & Intelligence Team – Coop & Mitie Security
- Outstanding Customer Service Initiative: Here East Safety Customer Service Initiative – CIS Security
- Outstanding Security Training Initiative: London Bridge City Security Training Initiative – CIS Security
- Outstanding Event Security Team: Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Team – FGH Security
- Outstanding Young Security Professional: Tom Marsh - FGH Security
- Outstanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative: CIS Security
- Outstanding Security Sustainability Award: CIS Security and ESG Strategy
Advancing industry standards
Richard Fogelman, NSI Chief Executive, commented: "As one of the most prestigious events in the security calendar, the UK OSPAs play a pivotal role in recognising the outstanding commitment, professionalism and innovation that drive our industry forward."
"This year’s winners and finalists exemplify excellence, demonstrating their dedication to advancing industry standards."
Security and fire safety providers
Fogelman added: "It was a privilege to see so many NSI-certified companies celebrated for their exceptional contributions to safeguarding businesses, public sector services and wider communities. Their achievements reflect a strong commitment to raising the bar in security. Congratulations to all.”
NSI is committed to setting the benchmark for excellence, helping security and fire safety providers uphold the highest industry standards.
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