Dedicated to delivering event security and crowd management through excellence

“Our wealth of experience and the strength in depth of our staff enables us to achieve the strategic objectives of your event.” Simon Battersby, Operations Director.
 
Formed in 1978 by Mick Upton and Jerry Slater, Showsec was the first dedicated live event security company in the UK. Through to the present day our focus is to introduce innovative crowd management and security services, delivered to clients in a professional manner. In 2000 we became part of the International Crowd Management and Security Group, ICMS. Working alongside our European partners, The Security Company, we are now recognised internationally as global leaders in the planning and management of the entire spectrum of events worldwide.

Showsec has strong presence throughout the UK, Europe and abroad from a network of nine offices to service events and venues, headed by Managing Director Mark Harding and Operations Directors Simon Battersby and Mark Logan. With 80 full time staff and over 2,500 casual workers, the company’s efficiency stems from a well organised infrastructure of specialist departments.

We are committed to improving standards across the whole industry and were a founding member of the UK Crowd Management Association, of which Managing Director Mark Harding is currently chairman.
 
Our services reflect the Showsec company values of "Commitment, Loyalty, Trust, Transparency, Ethics, and Opportunity."

TESTIMONIALS

DOWNLOAD 2008
Any festival that attracts crowds in excess of 60,000 people requires a great deal of planning when it comes to security and crowd management. 

Showsec work with us all year round to ensure that they fully understand all aspects of the festival and are an integral part of our management team enabling us to deliver a safe and secure environment for our customers. 

Their commitment to deliver a first class service has this year earned them praise from myself, the local authority, Leicester Police Force and most important of all in my book, members of the public attending the festival. 

John Probyn
Production Director
Live Nation and Download 2008

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EARLS COURT
Showsec has provided front of house security and stewarding at all Earls Court concerts since January 2002. In that time we have found them to be highly professional, flexible, accommodating and, above all, fun to work with. 

Our concert business is highly seasonal and that makes their job here even more difficult, however, they have never let us down and they continue to be one of our key Service Partners. 

Rachel Parker
Halls Director
Earls Court and Olympia
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FINA SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS AT MEN ARENA
Showsec were on board with us for the full run of 34 days at the FINA Swimming Championships - longer than any other show at the arena in the past. 

They stepped up their presence as the build progressed. During the event itself, they had 90 people per session. Their team members built up good relationships with the press, athletes and organisers during the event. 

Both the MEN Arena and the organising committee were very happy with all aspects of the operation. 

James Allen
Director of Events 
MEN Arena

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T IN THE PARK

I just wanted to drop you a quick line and say a big thank you to Showsec and all the staff who attended the above event.

The professionalism, sense of humour (and they needed one!) and general behaviour throughout the three days was impeccable. Brendan was a great guy to work with and a fantastic representative for your company.

The duties were slightly confused at times, with other companies involved creating more work than anticipated for the Showsec staff. This didn't phase them and they accepted the situation with a smile and got on with the job in hand.

The bottom line is.........they made my life easier and made the event a safer place with their dedication.

I would appreciate if you could pass on my thanks to all the staff involved and I hope that we can do it all again soon.

Again, many thanks.

Chris Woodford
Operations Director
Firewalker Events Security Ltd 

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INTERNATIONAL LIVE MUSIC CONFERENCE (ILMC)
One of the toughest jobs in the business must be covering the security at an event where the audience consists of the people who usually hire the security companies. 

Not only do Showsec manage to do that successfully every year at the ILMC, but they pull it off with a style and level of diplomacy that I, personally, find amazing. 

Martin Hopewell
Organiser
International Live Music Conference (ILMC)

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LIVE8

I just wanted to drop you a note to thank you for the wonderful support that Richard Craddock and his team contributed to the running of the VIP area at Live8.

The whole of the security support was wonderful and enabled Debbie and myself to concentrate on our guests in the knowledge that we had a secure and polite door system in operation. They all ensured that our day ran smoothly, had no dramas or incidents and in addition was a pleasant experience – I cannot praise them more highly!

Many thanks

Catherine Carnie
Live8 Assistant to Harvey Goldsmith

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BBC RADIO 1

Showsec and in particular Simon Battersby as the Event Security Manager, were integral to the planning and delivery of the event. It's obvious that Northern Ireland has its own specific security issues, as has anywhere else; Simon dealt with the event in a thoroughly professional manner and fits in with the relaxed, good-humoured atmosphere we aim for in our event planning team.

Dave McCalmont
BBC Radio 1 Events Manager

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SHEPHERD'S BUSH EMPIRE

I was there on Sat night for Teddy Thompson and just wanted to let you know how good your FOH security staff were - the woman was really friendly and made you feel welcome.

Good stuff !

Mick Griffiths
Asgard

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LIVE NATION

This summer's activities have been a great success in many ways for Live Nation and your supervisors and staff have played a very important role in achieving this..... The high standard of support and service that you achieved at Download and Hyde Park this year has earned you high praise not only from people within Live Nation but also from many organisations and contractors involved in these events.....The Royal Parks Agency see you as a company that delivered a first class service.

Please pass on my thanks to everyone involved.

John Probyn
Production & Festival Director
Live Nation

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ENDEMOL UK

Just wanted to say thank you for all your help in the planning and on the ground in Liverpool. I was very impressed with your operation and all of your team who were very on the ball.

Enjoyed working with you and hope to work together again.

Very best wishes

Dawn Davis
Production Manager

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CARDIFF INTERNATIONAL ARENA

The team from Showsec is employed at every one of our public events and concerts, from lively standing concerts to classical recitals, as has been the case since the opening of the building in 1993. As such, we are confident that they provide a professional service in management of audience behaviour and the safe control of events held at the Arena.

We have a close working relationship with the area manager, Yvonne Peterson, who is based at the venue. We have worked with Yvonne for over ten years, and see the professionalism of her supervisors and staff as integral to the success of events at Cardiff International Arena. The safety and care of our patrons will always be a priority, and being able to work with a service supplier such as Showsec that shares this view is a clear advantage to any venue.

Julian Challis
Deputy General Manager

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QUALITY ASSURANCE

SHOWSEC'S ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
Showsec Launches Environmental Policy

In May 2008, after months of development, Showsec launched their Environmental Management Plan (EMP) with a view towards harnessing a culture of environmental awareness at all levels of the business. 

Below is an excerpt from the plan;

"The goal for the company should be to manage its operations in a manner whereby negative environmental impact by its systems or employees should be considered and negated where possible. The long term plan is to achieve accreditation by the BSI to standard 14001."

Click here to view the full policy
INVESTOR IN PEOPLE STANDARD BEARER

We are proud to display the Investors in People Standard.

The Investors In People Award recognises companies who put active programmes in place to train and manage their staff. Every company that applies for the award is rigorously assessed and must adhere to high practice standards. 

Showsec won the award in 2006 after demonstrating its dedication to training and systematically improving the skills of its team members.


Click here to view the Investors in People website
SIA APPROVED CONTRACTOR

We are proud to confirm that we are approved SIA contractors. Showsec holds SIA approved contractor status for the provision of Door Supervision and Security Guarding services.

The Security Industry Authority is the organisation responsible for regulating the private security industry. 

SIA is an independent body reporting to the Home Secretary, under the terms of the Private Security Industry Act 2001. Their mission is to regulate the private security industry effectively; to reduce criminality, raise standards and recognise quality service in Great Britain.

SIA's Approved Contractor Scheme introduced a set of operational and performance standards for suppliers of private security services. Those organisations that meet these standards are awarded Approved Contractor status. This accreditation provides purchasers of private security services with independent proof of a contractor's commitment to quality.

Click here to view the SIA approved contractors listing.
BRITISH SAFETY COUNCIL MEMBER

Showsec is a member of the British Safety Council.

The British Safety Council is one of the world's leading workplace health, safety and environmental organisations, with up to 10,000 members and subscribers in more than 50 countries. 

The BSC provides up-to-date and accurate information and guidance on health, safety and environmental issues.

Click here to view the BSC website
UKCMA FOUNDER MEMBERS

Showsec are one of the founder members of the UKCMA.

The principle aim of the UKCMA is to improve standards of crowd safety at entertainment and sport events and to improve the image of organisations involved with crowd safety in the UK.

This aim is achieved by promoting crowd safety issues among legislative bodies and co-operating with academic institutions and training organisations in order to establish crowd safety training programs.

The UKCMA is chaired by Mark Harding, Showsec's Managing Director.

Click here to view the UKCMA website
INSTITUTION OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH MEMBER

Showsec is a member of the IOSH.
 
IOSH is Europe's leading body for health and safety professionals. As an independent and not-for-profit organisation, the IOSH aims to regulate and steer the profession, maintaining standards and providing impartial, authoritative guidance on health and safety issues.

By encouraging, facilitating and leading communication of good practices and expertise, the IOSH aims to promote awareness of health and safety matters in the workplace and ensure that high standards are achieved, and maintained.

IOSH is formally recognised by the ILO as an international non-governmental organisation.
 

Click here to view the IOSH website
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
At Showsec we are mindful of our responsibility to give back to society. As a company we pledge to support community groups, charities and other suitable activities that give an overall positive impact on society.
 
If you are a worker, employee or associate to the company and are partaking in a charitable activity that we may be able to support you with please get in touch.
 
Feel free to read about Showsec’s demonstration of corporate responsibility in 2008 by clicking the link below.

Showsec give back in 2008

Every Christmas Showsec donate money to the Rainbows Children’s hospice.