Orbis Protect expands service offer with Panthera Group acquisition

Posted to News on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 Share:

ORBIS PROTECT, the specialist security and protection services provider, has completed the strategic acquisition of Panthera Group Limited, the company delivering vital site infrastructure services, including CCTV, intruder alarms and access control. By joining the Orbis Group of companies, Panthera will expand its provision of specialist security services to the construction sector.

Panthera’s specialist expertise will enhance Orbis’ ‘first to site’ capabilities, increasing the combined ability to deliver turnkey site solutions. New and existing customers of the Orbis Group will benefit from expert knowledge in construction site set-up, combined with industry-leading technology solutions that deliver a superior customer experience.

Established back in 2003 by managing director Neal James, Panthera has grown successfully to become one of the leading providers of technology-enabled security and site set-up solutions in London and the South East.

Alongside its broader suite of site security solutions, Panthera has developed a market-leading hoarding product, specifically EnviroHoard, offering customers a ‘Net Zero’ verified system with greater longevity and flexibility than traditional solutions.

Orbis will now invest in Panthera to support its planned growth to enable the delivery of full site set-up solutions for customers nationwide. Panthera will retain its identity and management structure, with Neal James continuing to lead the business into its next phase of growth under the Orbis Group umbrella.

Critical solutions

Ben Howard, CEO at Orbis, commented: “I’m extremely pleased to welcome Panthera into the Orbis Group. Neal and his team have built a very successful business delivering security-critical solutions for customers. The company boasts a very impressive track record and a strong reputation for being innovative leaders in the delivery of high-value and sustainable solutions.”

Howard continued: “As part of the Orbis family, we will invest in Panthera to enable the business to achieve its full potential for growth into new markets and continue to deliver innovative new products and services for its customers.”

Also, Howard observed: “This acquisition enhances Orbis’ turnkey solution delivery, aligns perfectly with our strategic growth objectives and strengthens our ability to protect what’s valuable for our customers.”

Neal James responded: “This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for everyone at Panthera, our team, our customers and our supply chain. The relationship will accelerate our growth plans, allow us to invest in product development and fast-track the delivery of our innovative security products for projects across the UK.”

James concluded: “Combined with Orbis’ own security technology, our products offer clients an industry-leading solution not seen before. The team and I are all looking forward to becoming part of the Orbis family and cannot wait to begin the next stage of our growth journey.”

*Further information is available online at www.orbisprotect.com