What AKOS does

AKOS GmbH is a German integrated security services provider founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stuttgart, with a workforce of more than 150 employees. The company operates a portfolio that spans physical facility protection, event security, 24/7 alarm monitoring and intervention through dedicated Notrufzentralen (alarm control centers), airport security services, and ID management for clients across retail chains, public institutions, sole proprietors, and large corporations.

Its service model is anchored by an in-house aviation security training program delivered under EU regulatory frameworks, alongside regulated aviation and logistics consulting covering Known Shipper, Regulated Agent, and AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) certifications. Courier and document transport services round out the portfolio, leveraging the same operational infrastructure that supports alarm monitoring and intervention. The company holds multiple industry certifications (DIN/ISO 9001, TÜV, BHE, IHK) that qualify it to deliver regulated aviation security training and consulting. In 2021 AKOS spun off its security technology division into a separate entity, AKOS ST GmbH, isolating technology development from service operations.

Revenue mechanics are anchored in long-term enterprise security contracts (including visible relationships with Daimler AG and DC Aviation at Stuttgart Airport), subscription-style alarm monitoring subscriptions, and project-based regulated aviation consulting and training engagements. Geographic scope is limited to Germany, and the company is privately held under the leadership of founder Armin Kreidl with no external funding disclosed.

Name

AKOS

Legal name

AKOS GmbH

Website

https://akos.biz

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AKOS GmbH is a Stuttgart-based integrated security services provider offering facility protection, 24/7 alarm monitoring, event security, aviation security training, and regulated logistics consulting to enterprise, public-sector, and SME clients across Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Physical Security Services

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Airport Operations (48811)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Security Training, Compliance & Audits (AVSEC Programs) (BPAKAMAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Enterprise Security Strategy & Program Advisory (BPAKADAA), Aviation Security (AVSEC) Training (BPAKAOAM), Security, Safety & Fire/Life Safety Management (BPABAAAE)

Keywords

• Security services
• Alarm monitoring
• Aviation security training
• Facility protection
• Event security

Headquarters

HQ city

Stuttgart

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Security Services: Recurring security services including patrol services, object protection, reception services, event security, alarm monitoring and response. Revenue generated through service contracts with commercial and government clients.
2. Training and Education: Aviation security training programs including initial qualifications and continuing education. Training fees charged per participant, with pricing based on course type and duration. Both in-house and on-site training options available.
3. Consulting Services: Consulting for aviation security and logistics including certification support (Known Shipper, Regulated Agent, AEO), security program development, and quality assurance audits.
4. Courier and Post Services: Courier services including document transport, vehicle management, prototype protection, and vehicle transfers within Germany.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

AKOS GmbH is a Stuttgart-based security services company that provides integrated physical security solutions including 24/7 alarm monitoring from its own Notruf- und Serviceleitstelle, on-site facility and object protection, event security, ID badge management, airport security operations, and courier services. The company also delivers EU-compliant aviation security training programs and consulting for Known Shipper, Regulated Agent, and AEO certifications to aviation and logistics clients across Germany. Founded in 2006, AKOS employs over 150 staff and serves commercial enterprises, public institutions, and private individuals.

Product overview

AKOS GmbH is a security services company providing integrated protection solutions through multiple service lines. The core offering consists of Security & Service (Sicherheit & Service) operations including 24/7 security control centers, facility/object protection, alarm response and intervention, event services, ID management, and airport security. Supporting services include courier and postal transport, as well as aviation and logistics consulting for certifications (Known Shipper, Regulated Agent, AEO). The company also operates a dedicated training division offering aviation security courses per EU Regulation 2015/1998, including specialized modules for security officers, cargo screeners, and security awareness. In 2021, the security technology construction division was spun off into AKOS ST GmbH as a separate entity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Security & Service (Sicherheit & Service) Comprehensive security services for commercial, industrial, and public-sector clients including security control center operations, reception and gate services, patrol and guard services with dog handlers, security analyses and consulting, baggage and personnel screening, and event protection.
• Security Control Center (Sicherheitszentrale) 24/7 alarm monitoring and service control center that processes alarms, manages access and exit controls, screens passengers and baggage, and documents all incident reports. Integrates with mobile security response teams for alarm follow-up.
• Object and Facility Protection (Werk- und Objektschutz) Protection of commercial and industrial facilities against unauthorized access, sabotage, espionage, property damage, operational disruption, and vandalism. Includes on-site security personnel, gate and reception duties, and patrol services.
• Event Security Services (Veranstaltungsservice) Event security planning, organization, and execution services for sports events, concerts, trade shows, congresses, conferences, and corporate anniversaries, including crowd management and access control.
• Alarm and Intervention Services (Alarm- und Interventionsvorgänge) Round-the-clock alarm response services including patrol monitoring, alarm management, mobile intervention with up to three response vehicles simultaneously, and elevator rescue services triggered from the 24/7 control center.
• ID Management (Ausweismanagement) Creation and management of factory IDs, service IDs, and visitor cards with electronic readability for access control, time tracking, and management of special permissions in sensitive areas such as IT rooms or research laboratories.
• Airport Security (Flughafensicherheit) Airport security services including crew and baggage control per aviation security law, delivery traffic control, security checks for airlines pursuant to Section 9, and apron aircraft security. Operates 365 days/24 hours at Stuttgart Airport for DC Aviation GmbF and similar clients.
• Courier and Post Services (Kurier- und Postfahrten) Courier services for document transport, postal deliveries, vehicle management, prototype protection, vehicle cleaning and preparation, auditor services, and vehicle transfers throughout Germany.
• Aviation & Logistics Consulting (Beratung Luftfahrt & Logistik) Consulting services for aviation and logistics companies including Known Shipper and Regulated Agent certifications, security program development for air cargo companies and airport/bord suppliers, AEO certification consulting, real-tests, and internal quality assurance audits.
• Aviation Security Training (Aus- und Weiterbildung Luftverkehrssicherheit) Training and continuing education programs for aviation security personnel per EU Implementing Regulation 2015/1998. Includes Chapter 11.2.3.9/11.2.3.10 training for security personnel conducting cargo and supply screening, Chapter 11.2.5 training for security officers and deputies, and Chapter 11.2.7 general security awareness training. Delivered in-house at the Stuttgart training center and on-site at client locations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24/7 alarm response capability with up to 3 vehicles simultaneously
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• AKOS ST GmbHminorOthersAKOS GmbH spun off its security technology consulting and installation business into AKOS ST GmbH (separate legal entity) effective 01/01/2021. Existing obligations and contracts related to security technology are taken over by AKOS ST GmbH. In some cases, work is subcontracted back to AKOS ST GmbH by AKOS GmbH.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Securitas AB: Global Swedish security services leader providing manned guarding, alarm monitoring and integrated security solutions for commercial and industrial clients. Directly comparable to AKOS in core security services, alarm response and enterprise customer base.
• ICTS Europe: European aviation security services provider offering airport security, document checking, cargo screening and aviation security training. Highly comparable to AKOS in regulated AVSEC training and airport security operations.
• Kötter Services SE & Co. KG: One of Germany's largest family-owned security and facility services providers, offering manned guarding, alarm monitoring, object/facility protection and event security. Closest direct German-market comparable to AKOS across service mix.
• Securitas Aviation (Germany): Aviation security arm of Securitas operating in Germany, providing airport passenger and cargo screening, AVSEC training and compliance consulting. Direct peer for AKOS's aviation security services and training operations.
• Pond Security GmbH: German security firm specializing in aviation and high-security environments, including airport and air-cargo security. Closest peer to AKOS on the regulated aviation-security specialization.
• WISAG Sicherheit & Service Holding GmbH: German facility and security services provider offering object protection, alarm response, reception services and aviation-adjacent security. Comparable to AKOS in general commercial security operations and German enterprise customer base.
• Stölting Service Group GmbH & Co. KG: Mid-sized German security services provider covering property protection, alarm response, reception and event security. Comparable to AKOS in scale, service mix and domestic-German operating geography.

Broad incumbents

• Allied Universal: Largest North American security services firm (combined with former G4S) offering manned guarding, alarm monitoring and integrated security across commercial, aviation and logistics clients. Broad incumbent with overlapping service lines.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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