Allied Universal Acquires South Carolina-Based American Security
May 16, 2022
Allied Universal has acquired American Security, a South Carolina–based regional security services provider founded in 1975. The acquisition adds more than 1,200 employees and strengthens Allied Universal's presence and service capabilities across the Southeastern United States (Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia).
- Buyers
- Allied Universal
- Targets
- American Security
- Industry
- Professional Services
- Location
- South Carolina, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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