LLiferaft provides OSINT threat intelligence software to help organizations protect people, assets, and operations. Its Navigator platform ingests data from mainstream and niche sources, maps global events, and uses identity resolution and safety scores to flag risks. It targets large enterprises, including Fortune 100 and Top 10 companies, with a subscription-based platform that supports brand protection and business continuity. The goal is to help organizations detect and mitigate threats quickly to safeguard operations and ensure continuity.
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Securitas establishes Security Risk Management unit and makes changes to Group Management. Securitas continues to strengthen its position as a trusted partner in intelligence-led security by establishing a new business line, Security Risk Management (SRM). 20 March 2026 12:00 SRM is an end-to-end, intelligence-led approach to identifying, understanding, monitoring and acting on risks specific to each client. It enables proactive security, faster crisis response and adaptive security programs for clients, leveraging Securitas' unique ability to integrate physical and digital security, and is an engine for future growth for Securitas. Structurally, this brings together Pinkerton, the recently acquired open-source intelligence and threat-intelligence company Liferaft, and Securitas' existing Risk Intelligence unit under the leadership of Matt Ellis, who is appointed President Security Risk Management and member of Group Management. At the same time, Securitas combines the development of its digital platform and AI capabilities with the IT organization, under the leadership of Hillevi Agranius, Group CIO and member of Group Management. Together, SRM and the digital platform form the strategic engine of an intelligence-led model: SRM connects insights to action, and the digital platform is the infrastructure through which it is delivered. In conjunction with this transition, Marthin Althén, President Securitas Digital and member of Group Management, will leave Group Management. All other Group Management members continue in their current roles. These changes are effective April 1, 2026. "I am delighted to welcome Matt Ellis to Securitas. Matt is an outstanding thought leader who has built one of the most sophisticated global security and risk programs in the industry. His experience from highly complex, global security environments in a tech-forward organization makes him exceptionally well-suited to build and scale this important new business. I would also like to sincerely thank Martin Althén for being an active and essential contributor to Group Management over the past decade", says Magnus Ahlqvist, President and CEO of Securitas. About Matt Ellis Matt joins from Amazon, where he served as Director of Global Corporate Security, having joined the company in 2017. In this role, he led worldwide security strategy and operations across more than 570 sites, supporting over 350 000 employees globally, and helped bring together intelligence, investigations, crisis management, and security operations across programmes. Prior to Amazon, Matt held senior regional security leadership roles at WeWork and Cameron/OneSubsea, and earlier led international investigations in private practice. He began his career as a Commissioned Officer in the British Army. Matt holds an MSc in Security and Risk Management from the University of Leicester and is a graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
Liferaft acquired by Securitas, expanding global intelligence and risk capabilities. Mar 18, 2026, 09:15 ET Partnership expands Liferaft's ability to deliver actionable intelligence to security and risk teams worldwide HALIFAX, NS, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Liferaft, a leader in open-source intelligence (OSINT) and threat intelligence technology, announced today that it has finalized its acquisition by Securitas, a global leader in protective services and security solutions. The acquisition marks a significant step in advancing intelligence-driven security capabilities for enterprises operating in increasingly complex risk environments. Liferaft's technology platform enables organizations to identify, assess, and respond to emerging physical and digital threats by turning publicly available data into actionable intelligence. By joining Securitas, Liferaft will expand the reach of its intelligence platform across Securitas' global customer base, enhancing proactive risk mitigation and situational awareness at scale. "Organizations today face a rapidly evolving threat landscape that requires timely, data-driven intelligence," said Jonathan Graff, CEO of Liferaft. "Joining Securitas allows us to integrate our technology with a global security leader, accelerating our ability to help customers anticipate and respond to risks before they escalate." As organizations confront growing volumes of digital risk signals, geopolitical instability, and increasingly sophisticated threat actors, the need for integrated threat and protective intelligence and security operations continues to rise. Together, Liferaft and Securitas are positioned to bridge the gap between data-driven insight and real-world response - equipping customers with earlier visibility into emerging risks and the operational support to act decisively. Securitas has made strategic investments in technology and data-driven security solutions in recent years. The addition of Liferaft enhances Securitas' intelligence-led approach, combining global operational expertise with advanced analytics and OSINT capabilities. "Liferaft brings a powerful intelligence platform that complements Securitas' strategy to grow intelligence-led security solutions," said Magnus Ahlqvist, President and CEO of Securitas."Together, we will help customers gain greater visibility into emerging threats and support faster, more informed decision-making across complex operating environments." About Securitas Securitas is a world-leading safety and security solutions partner that helps make your world a safer place. Nine decades of deep experience means we see what others miss. By leveraging technology in partnership with our clients, combined with an innovative, holistic approach, we're transforming the security industry. With approximately 322 000 employees in 44 markets, we see a different world and create sustainable value for our clients by protecting what matters most - their people and assets. About Liferaft Liferaft is a leading provider of SaaS-based Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) solutions that help organizations identify, assess, and respond to threats across the digital landscape. By delivering timely, actionable intelligence, Liferaft enables security teams to protect people, assets, and operations worldwide. Alyssa Newby PANBlast for Liferaft SOURCE Liferaft
Securitas completes acquisition of Liferaft. The closing of the acquisition marks a significant step in Securitas' continued strengthening of intelligence-led security for enterprises operating in complex risk environments. Securitas has finalized its acquisition of Liferaft, a recognized leader in open-source intelligence (OSINT) and threat-intelligence technology, boosting Securitas' intelligence-led security capabilities for enterprises navigating increasingly complex global risk environments. As organizations face more digital risk signals, increasing geopolitical uncertainty, and rapidly evolving threats, the demand for actionable, timely intelligence has never been greater. Liferaft's innovative technology uses publicly available data and converts it into valuable intelligence that enables organizations to detect, assess, and respond to emerging threats before they escalate. Strengthened risk-intelligence offerings This acquisition augments Securitas' global ecosystem of digital and intelligence-led services with leading situational awareness-driven threat monitoring and expert advisors in risk intelligence, helping clients act decisively as risks to their people, operations, assets, and corporate reputation unfold. "Liferaft is a strong strategic fit for Securitas as we accelerate our intelligence-led security capabilities. Our clients operate in environments where threats arise swiftly and carry significant impact, making reliable insight indispensable. Combining Liferaft's advanced technology with Securitas' global intelligence services, trusted relationships, and global footprint enables us to deliver higher levels of awareness, interpretation, and preparedness against emerging risks," says Magnus Ahlqvist, President and CEO. Expanding global reach and impact Founded in 2014 in Halifax, Canada, Liferaft has established a strong presence across North America with its OSINT-driven threat intelligence solutions. The combination pairs Liferaft's cutting-edge analytics and OSINT technology, which transforms intelligence into operational action, with Securitas' operational expertise and global presence. "Organizations today require intelligence that enables confident decision-making in fast-changing, volatile environments. Joining Securitas allows us to reach more clients worldwide and to deepen the connection between digital insight and real-world protective actions. Together, we're positioned to help clients anticipate threats earlier and respond with greater confidence to the risks that matter most," says Jonathan Graff, CEO of Liferaft. Securitas Group Press Office, Carin Andersson, VP Group Communications, +46 10 470 30 20 or e-mail: [email protected] Securitas Digital (Risk Intelligence Services), Linda Gustafsson Neal, Marketing Director, +46 72 5079916 or email: [email protected] Securitas is a world-leading safety and security solutions partner that helps make your world a safer place. Nine decades of deep experience mean Transparency International see what others miss. By leveraging technology in partnership with its clients, combined with an innovative, holistic approach, Transparency International is transforming the security industry. With 322 000 employees in 44 markets, Transparency International see a different world and create sustainable value for its clients by protecting what matters most - their people and assets.
Securitas acquires Liferaft, a leading SaaS threat intelligence platform provider. News provided by. STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Securitas has signed a binding agreement to acquire Social Navigator Inc., operating under the brand Liferaft, strengthening its intelligence-led security capabilities. Founded in 2014 in Halifax Canada, Liferaft is a leading provider of SaaS-based Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) threat solutions. The company is expanding its position in the rapidly growing, multi-billion-US-dollar threat-intelligence market and currently serves hundreds of large enterprise clients in North America. Liferaft had subscription-based annual recurring revenue (ARR) of MSEK 138 (MUSD 15.3) by the end of 2025, with organic growth of more than 30 percent. "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. "The acquisition creates significant opportunities to apply Liferaft's threat-intelligence capabilities and proprietary IP across our client base. It also contributes to the development of a more scalable Securitas and strengthens the growth of our high-margin recurring monthly revenue business, which today exceeds BSEK 1", concludes Magnus Ahlqvist. Liferaft's flagship platform delivers continuous, automated aggregation of threat data through 24/7 monitoring of global public sources. The solution empowers clients to maintain a dynamic view of their specific threat landscape. Advanced analytics and visualization capabilities allow security teams to validate intelligence rapidly, collaborate seamlessly, and distribute findings across the enterprise. The platform also provides real-time risk alerts, ensuring that relevant stakeholders are immediately informed of potential threats. The acquisition is expected to be finalized during the first half year of 2026 and is subject to customary closing conditions. This information was brought to you by Cision http://news.cision.com The following files are available for download:
Securitas has signed an agreement to acquire Social Navigator Inc., operating as Liferaft, a Halifax-based provider of SaaS open-source intelligence threat solutions. The deal strengthens Securitas's intelligence-led security capabilities in the growing threat-intelligence market. Founded in 2014, Liferaft serves hundreds of large North American enterprise clients and recorded subscription-based annual recurring revenue of SEK 138 million by end-2025, with organic growth exceeding 30%. The company's platform delivers continuous automated threat monitoring through global public sources, offering real-time risk alerts and advanced analytics. Securitas has partnered with Liferaft for five years. The acquisition will enable Securitas to apply Liferaft's capabilities across its client base whilst strengthening its recurring monthly revenue business, which currently exceeds SEK 1 billion. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
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Industries
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$4.2M
Headquarters
Halifax, Canada
Founded
2014
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