Simon Church, Integralis’ new UK head, plans to keep the business ticking over as it is while he gets to grips with his position.

Church took over the UK managing director role at Integralis last month after Graham Jones stepped down to pursue a new challenge.

“Integralis is in a very strong position, and due to the amount of consolidation in the industry we are one of the few pure-play professional security service providers left,” said Church.

“We have a to-die-for list of clients and plenty of plans for our existing client base, as well as for obtaining new clients.”

He said he is looking at an organic growth plan for the time being, despite there being “obvious candidates” for acquisition.

Church added that the NTT Com takeover would not affect the business.

“NTT provides us with a different dynamic, but it is more of a strategic partnership,” he added. “We plan to continue along the pathway we set out for ourselves before the acquisition.”