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This Research Note examines Secom’s strategic acquisition of Singapore-based security systems integrator, Avtel, highlighting the transaction details, strategic rationale, global operations, and reported revenues of the target. We explore Secom’s expansion strategy and comment on its current and previous investments beyond Japan. Transaction Details & Strategic Rationale Secom Co. Ltd. announced on 25th July 2025 […]

In this Research Note, we examine what’s behind Legrand’s agreement to acquire a majority stake in Cogelec, a French specialist in access control. We explore the transaction details, Cogelec’s business model and current offerings, Legrand’s door entry systems, and the strategic rationale of the acquisition. Transaction Details On 9th July 2025, Legrand and Cogelec announced the signing of […]

In this Research Note, we examine Paxton Access, the UK-based private company manufacturing electronic IP access control and video door entry solutions. This article is based on their 2024 company accounts and press releases, updating our previous coverage of the company in December 2023. Paxton Company Profile Founded in Brighton, UK in 1985, Paxton has […]

In this Research Note, we explore what’s behind the recent announcement of Honeywell’s acquisition of Li-ion Tamar, examining the development of the lithium-ion battery gas detection business by Nexceris. We then assess the Fire & Life Safety product offering of Honeywell Building Automation and their solutions for the data center vertical market, enhanced by the […]

In this Research Note, we examine the Axis Communications video surveillance business. This analysis is based on Axis Communications 2024 Sustainability Report published in June 2025, Canon 2024 Financial Results Presentation, published 30th January 2025, and Memoori analysis. Founded in 1984 with headquarters in Lund, Sweden, Axis Communications offers products and services for video surveillance […]

This Research Note examines the fire detection and suppression businesses of Halma plc, part of the Safety Sector of the UK public company.  This analysis is based on financial releases, investor presentations, year ending 31 March 2025, announced on 12th June 2025, and Memoori analysis of the major companies and estimated revenue mix of the Fire Safety […]

In this Research Note, we examine Irisity AB, a Swedish provider of AI-powered video analytics solutions.  This analysis highlights their financials based on the 2024 Annual Report, the acquisition of Ultinous announced in February 2024, and the subsequent reshaping of group operations to strengthen its financial future. This article updates our previous coverage of Irisity in […]

In this Research Note, we look at what’s behind Allegion’s acquisition of Elatec GmbH, a German manufacturer of security and access technology, specializing in RFID credentials and reader solutions. We highlight the transaction details and strategic rationale before examining their financial development since 2020, recent acquisitions, and private equity ownership. Elatec Profile Founded in Puchheim […]