Securitas Acquires SaaS Threat Intelligence Provider Liferaft
Securitas has acquired Liferaft, a Canada-based provider of cloud-delivered threat intelligence and risk monitoring solutions, strengthening its capabilities in predictive security and intelligence-led risk management.
Liferaft specialises in open-source intelligence (OSINT) and digital threat monitoring, enabling organisations to identify emerging risks related to people, facilities, events, and brand exposure. Its software-as-a-service platform aggregates and analyses large volumes of publicly available data to support early threat detection and informed security decision-making.
According to Securitas, the acquisition aligns with its long-term strategy to expand technology-enabled and data-driven security services. By integrating Liferaft’s platform, the group aims to enhance its ability to deliver proactive risk intelligence and situational awareness to clients operating in complex and fast-changing threat environments.
“During the last few years, we have strengthened our value proposition and profitability in our guarding business, developed a globally leading position in technology and built a more modern and digital business. As the threat landscape becomes more dynamic, we see a growing need from our clients for digital risk intelligence solutions that enable more proactive security programs. Having partnered with Liferaft for five years, we know their capabilities well and see a strong strategic and cultural fit, as well as the significant intellectual property (IP) their solutions bring to our portfolio”, says Magnus Ahlqvist, Securitas President and CEO as stated in the official press release.
Liferaft’s solutions are already used by enterprises, public sector organisations, and security teams to monitor risks ranging from workplace violence and activist activity to geopolitical instability and major event security. The company will continue to operate under the Liferaft brand, with its technology becoming part of Securitas’ global protective services portfolio.
The transaction reflects a broader trend in the security industry, where physical guarding and monitoring services are increasingly complemented by digital intelligence, analytics, and software platforms that support prevention rather than response alone.
Securitas said the acquisition will allow it to further scale intelligence-led security offerings across its international markets, supporting customers with earlier insights, improved threat assessment and more coordinated risk mitigation strategies.
The acquisition is expected to be finalized during the first half of 2026 and is subject to customary closing conditions.
