MAN Commercial Protection has seen orders for systems solutions quadruple over the last twelve months, as we expand our service offering to provide a single-source solution for protecting people, places and property.

Led by CEO Iain McCallister, MAN Commercial believes this appetite to embrace technology will complement the traditional security services we have provided for more than 32 years, such as security guarding, key holding and concierge services.

“Whilst people will always be the heartbeat of our sector, we are aware of how new advancements in security systems can deliver greater efficiencies and potential cost savings for certain scenarios,” explained Daniel Moseley, Technical Director at MAN Commercial Protection.

“That is why we’ve spent the last three years exploring new technology and innovations that we believe can add value to the MAN approach – we now have a comprehensive hybrid guarding model, combining on-site officers with technology, that can be tailored to suit the requirements and resources of all customers.”

He continued: “Orders for our systems are testimony to this, with sales up to £400,000 and the real potential for this figure to double again in 2026.”

MAN Commercial first introduced E-Guard intruder detection systems two years ago, which provide real-time customer alerts for incidents.

Ideal for vacant properties, construction sites and office blocks, the solar-powered units provide a 30-metre diameter motion detection and can be installed in just two hours.

The range of systems is increasing all the time and MAN Commercial Protection has just completed a £200,000 investment in upgrading its 24/7 remote control room, located at our West Midlands headquarters.

From here, control room operatives monitor HD CCTV cameras, motion detectors and alarm systems, providing round the clock monitoring for clients across the UK. They also give clients access to sites remotely, offering preventative protection and the ability to record and analyse any patterns in suspicious behaviour.

An example of where technology is already delivering significant operational improvement and cost savings is Britannia Shopping Centre in Hinckley.

Following a bespoke security review, MAN Commercial Protection identified the solution to streamline the service delivery by reducing the out-of-hours security presence and introducing remote CCTV monitoring, utilising the latest analytic software and enabling remote access to key areas of the Centre via their 24/7 Control Room.

A mobile response service was also implemented in case of incidents, providing complete peace of mind and thousands of pounds of cost savings for the client.

Claus Andersen, Commercial Director of MAN Commercial Protection, picked up the story:

“Every client receives an initial security review, and this explores their requirements and their budgets. From there, we devise the best possible security solution that delivers protection, value and customer satisfaction.

“With the recent investment in technology, we know we are offering innovations that really make a difference.”

He concluded: “We’re not stopping there. Our tech team are currently integrating AI-assisted video analytics, the latest drones and digital site performance management, and launching a new client dashboard to keep track of KPIs and incidents.”

We are delighted to have been awarded Solihull College’s Bronze Award for Social Value Excellence!

Social Value forms part of Corporate Social Responsibility, and represents the positive impact an organisation makes beyond profit, through contributing to the economy, environment and community. Investment in young people, education, and local community makes a lasting impact by opening doors, building confidence, and helping others to thrive.

MAN Commercial have worked closely with Solihull College for many years now, supporting the education and development of our workforce. Many of our apprentices have studied through the college and we are currently collaborating on a NVQ Level 2 Stewarding qualification to support our Events Team.

Achieving Bronze is an exciting milestone for us, and we’re keen to keep building on this foundation.

Thank you to Solihull College for the partnership and for championing the power of social value.

Every Christmas we choose a charity to support for the festive season, and this year we are delighted to present the Solihull Moors Foundation with a donation of £1,500. We raise money throughout the year when visitors and team members take on Iain McCallister for a game of pool, or try their hand at our punchbag machine!

Joe Butler, Scott Langford and the team visited us to collect the donation and of course a pool challenge. We have also donated a family hamper and some toys for their Annual Christmas Community Meal this weekend, which supports families in our local communities.

Joe Butler, Solihull Moors Community Operations Manager said,

“This is an extremely kind and generous gesture, and we honestly cannot thank MAN enough for support of the Moors Foundation.

The £1,500 donation will make a significant difference to our work, particularly within our Disability Programme, where venue hire costs are a major ongoing expense. The funding will go directly towards covering these costs, helping us continue to deliver inclusive sessions for our participants. Thank you again for your generosity and continued support — it is genuinely appreciated.”

MAN Commercial Protection proudly hosted the inaugural Solihull Moors Lotto draw on Thursday 4th December 2025 at its Solihull headquarters, marking a new initiative to support Solihull Moors Football Club and its community activities.

The Moors Lotto is a weekly lottery-style game with a jackpot starting at £1,000, giving fans and local supporters the chance to win while contributing to the club’s growth and development. The very first numbers were drawn live at the event by Moors CEO Dave Boddy, Chairman Darryl Eales, Manager Chris Millington and MAN Commercial Protection CEO Iain McCallister.  With no winners, the jackpot rolls over to next week!

MAN Commercial has a strong partnership with The Moors,  our hometown football club. We are proud sponsors of the MAN Commercial Protection stand at Damson Park, and also provide all match-day and event security services for the club.

2025 is the 25th edition of Infologue’s industry annual rankings of the top UK security companies by revenue.

The Infologue Top 100 is the only official ranking of UK security companies and uses data provided by the companies themselves.

MAN Commercial are delighted to see that we are up to no.19 this year, maintaining our position in the Top 20 largest security providers in the UK.

The Founders Unpacked podcast recorded a special on-location episode, “The MAN Commercial Protection Story,” recorded live at MAN Commercial HQ on 1 December 2025.

Hosted by Craig McVoy, the episode dives into the thinking, strategy, and story behind MAN Commercial Protection, unpacking how CEO Iain McCallister has built and grown the business to be a Top-20 UK security provider. The recording focused on an interview with Iain, as well as a stream of questions sent in by livestream viewers.

Thank you to Craig for featuring us.

The episode is now available via the Founders Unpacked website and major podcast platforms.

Founders Unpacked: The MAN Commercial Protection Story

MAN Commercial Protection recently welcomed members of Solihull Chamber to a special Behind the Scenes event, offering an inside look at the people, processes, values and operations that drive our business day to day.

Held at MAN Commercial HQ, the event gave local business leaders the opportunity to learn more about our approach to security services, innovation and customer care. Guests enjoyed a guided tour led by CEO Iain McCallister, who shared insights into day-to-day operations, and also received a bite-size First Aid training session from one of our fully-qualified Training Academy trainers. Visitors praised the tips life-saving techniques shown. There was then time for drinks and networking, and a delicious spread from Brew Twenty Three.

Huge thanks to our team who gave up their time to make the evening happen, and Solihull Chamber and all attendees for making the event a success! Keep an eye on our social media pages for update on future events here at MAN, and visit our training page for more information on the courses we offer.

MAN Commercial Protection, a leading UK event security and crowd management company, was proud to host the UK Crowd Management Association (UKCMA) October Full Membership Meeting at our Training Academy in Solihull.

The event brought together professionals from across the crowd management and event security industry for a day of collaboration, insight, and knowledge-sharing. Delegates took part in engaging presentations, breakout sessions, and open discussions focused on strengthening standards and supporting the future of safe event delivery in the UK.

There was a fantastic atmosphere throughout the day, with high levels of experience and professionalism on display. We would like to thank the UKCMA community for joining us at MAN HQ and contributing to such a productive and positive session. It was great to see so many familiar faces — including Anne Marie Chebib— and to work closely with Kate James on organising the event.

At MAN Commercial, we are proud to play an active role in supporting collaboration, best practice, and professional development across the UK’s crowd management and event security sector. We look forward to continuing our work with the UKCMA and seeing everyone again soon.

We’re proud to announce that MAN Commercial Protection has been awarded NSI Silver certification for COP 119, the Code of Practice for the Provision of Labour in the Security and Events Sector.

The NSI (National Security Inspectorate) is the UK’s leading independent certification body for the security and fire safety sectors. Achieving Silver status under COP 119 demonstrates that MAN Commercial meets rigorous industry standards for the ethical recruitment, vetting, training, and management of security personnel.

This accreditation recognises our commitment to compliance, transparency, and workforce welfare, ensuring our clients receive services delivered by a professional, reliable, and responsibly managed team.

We’re incredibly proud of this achievement, which reinforces our reputation for quality and integrity across every area of our business.

We’re delighted to share that our Transport Safety Officer team has been shortlisted in the “Pioneering Partnerships” category at the upcoming British Transport Police Us at Our Best Awards 2025, taking place in London this November.

This recognition highlights the outstanding collaboration between MAN Commercial Protection and our partners at Transport for West Midlands (TfWM), working together to enhance safety and public confidence across the region’s transport network.

A huge thank you to our dedicated Transport Safety Officers and everyone involved for their continued efforts to make the West Midlands transport system safer and more welcoming for all.

Good luck to the team and all the nominees on the night!