Name

Linx International Group

Legal name

Linx International Limited

Website

https://linxinternationalgroup.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Security Consulting and Training

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169), Management Consulting Services (54161), Investigation and Personal Background Check Services (561611)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Security Strategy & Program Advisory (BPAKADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Advisory (BPAKADAG), Security Risk Assessment, Auditing & Security Consulting Training (BPAKAOAH), CCTV, Access Control & Alarm Systems Training (Electronic Security) (BPAKAOAF)

Keywords

• Security consulting services
• Security training programs
• Risk management consultancy
• Technical security training
• Security risk assessment

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Training Courses: Security and risk management training programs delivered online, virtually, or in-person. Programs include BTEC qualifications, professional certificates, and degree-level courses through university partnerships.
2. Consulting Services: Security consultancy services including security audits, investigations, and tailored security training delivered by industry specialists.
3. Technical Security Training: Over 100 technical security training courses covering CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, fire alarms, and IP networking for installers and technicians

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Linx International Group delivers professional security consulting, risk management, and training services through its divisions PerpetuityARC Training (management-level and academic security programmes) and Tavcom Training (over 100 technical security courses). It also provides SABRE-licensed security risk assessments and bespoke in-house training delivered by industry specialists to clients of all sizes across the UK, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, North America, and Asia.

Product overview

Linx International Group, now part of Mitie plc, provides a comprehensive range of security, risk management and investigative functions together with operational, procedural and strategic advice and training. The company operates through four main divisions: PerpetuityARC Training (security and risk management education), Tavcom Training (technical security training with 100+ courses), Linx Consulting (security consultancy services), and SABRE (security risk assessment and certification). PerpetuityARC and Tavcom together form the core training offerings, with PerpetuityARC focusing on management-level security programmes and Tavcom providing technical skills training. The group offers a complete pathway from introductory certificates (BTEC Level 3) through to professional certifications and Master's degrees, all delivered through partnerships with the Security Institute, University of West London, and other professional bodies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PerpetuityARC Training: Security and risk management training programmes including MSc in International Security and Risk Management, Security Institute accredited courses (Level 3, 5, 7), and professional development courses.
• Tavcom Training
• SABRE

Products and services

• PerpetuityARC Training Programmes Leading provider of security and risk management training offering accredited programmes from entry-level certificates to Master's degrees for security managers and professionals. Delivers online, virtual, in-house, and classroom training in partnership with professional bodies and universities.
• Tavcom Technical Security Training Courses Technical security training provider offering over 100 training courses in technical security covering CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, fire alarms, IP networking, and related disciplines, with practical hands-on training in purpose-built workshops for installers and technicians.
• Linx Consulting Services Security consultancy services delivered by industry specialists covering security audits, investigations, and tailored security solutions, working with clients of all sizes across various sectors.
• SABRE Security Risk Assessment SABRE licensed security risk assessment and certification service with registered assessors supporting clients at all stages of a development's lifecycle for security risk management.
• Security Institute Accredited Programmes (Level 3 to Level 7) Suite of online accredited security management programmes including SRF BTEC Level 3 Certificate, SRF BTEC Level 5 Diploma, and QNUK Endorsed Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Security Management, forming a progression pathway.
• MSc in International Security and Risk Management Master's degree programme delivered in partnership with the University of West London via distance learning, exploring contemporary critical issues in security risk management and combining theoretical knowledge with professional best practice. Learners can apply 40 RPL credits from the Level 7 Advanced Diploma.
• CTSP (Register of Certified Technical Security Professionals) Professional register recognising competence, quality, and qualifications in the technical security industry for installers, technicians, engineers, system designers, auditors, and consultants.
• Managing the Terrorist Threat Course Online bitesize training course focused on identifying and reporting potential terrorist threats using scenario-based training following a crisis management approach. Targets those new to the industry working in public space or event management.
• Installer Trainee Bundles Suite of practical training workshop bundles supporting engineers in developing practical skills, with five bundles covering CCTV, IP networking, access control, intruder alarms, and fire alarms. Each bundle comprises up to three workshop-based courses delivering up to three formal certificates and up to 24 CPE points.
• Emergency Response Planning Courses Two training courses developed in partnership with 3PX Ltd: 'Preparing Emergency Response Plans' (2-day virtual workshop) and 'Testing and Exercise Training' (3-day classroom course), supporting Protect Duty legislation compliance for professionals involved in emergency planning.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40 RPL credits towards MSc from University of West London
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SSAIB and CTSP Joint InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 March 2024Joint initiative between SSAIB (Security Systems and Alarms Inspection Board) and CTSP (Register of Certified Technical Security Professionals) offering Fire Emergency and Security Systems (FESS) Apprentices free first-year CTSP registration. Supported by Tavcom Training.
• Spy AlarmsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 May 2023Spy Alarms uses Tavcom Training courses for their engineers including Intruder Alarm Training, Mains Compliance and Basic Electronics to BTEC level standards. Spy Alarms is one of the largest privately owned security installers in the South East.
• Mitie Group plccoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 April 2023Linx International Group was acquired by Mitie Group plc on April 6, 2023. The company joined Mitie Security's Intelligence Services division. Mitie Security is the UK's leading intelligence and technology-led security provider with over 16,000 front-line security colleagues.
• University of West LondoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 January 2023Academic partnership delivering MSc in International Security and Risk Management. Learners who complete the Security Institute Advanced Diploma QNUK Endorsed Level 7 can apply for 40 RPL credits towards the MSc programme. The university was awarded Silver in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 and ranks #1 in UK for Student Satisfaction.
• Security InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 July 2022Training partnership delivering Security Institute suite of online, accredited security management programmes including SRF BTEC Level 3 Certificate, Level 5 Diploma, and Level 7 Advanced Diploma. The Security Institute is the UK's largest membership body for the security profession with over 4,500 members.
• 3PX LtdminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 April 2022Partnership with emergency response and planning specialists for Preparing Emergency Response Plans and Testing and Exercise Training courses. 3PX directors Mark Gower OBE and Kevin Jewell have extensive police backgrounds including counter-terrorism and hostage negotiation experience.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• NSI (National Security Inspectorate): NSI is the UK's leading certification body for security and fire safety providers. While primarily an inspectorate, its training and certification activities overlap with Tavcom's technical security courses for installers and auditors.
• G4S / Allied Universal: Allied Universal (which acquired G4S) is the world's largest integrated security services provider. As Mitie's main competitor in UK manned guarding, it represents a broad incumbent whose internal training academies compete with Tavcom's installer courses.
• Crisis24 (Gardaworld): Crisis24 (a GardaWorld company) is a global integrated risk management and security services provider. It is comparable to the broader Linx/Mitie offering in delivering enterprise security risk advisory, training, and crisis response services at scale.

Direct peers

• ASIS International: ASIS International is the leading global professional body for security management, offering certifications such as CPP, PSP, and PCI. It is directly comparable to Linx/PerpetuityARC in delivering accredited security management training and professional qualifications to security practitioners.
• Control Risks: Control Risks is a global specialist risk consultancy delivering security advisory, investigations, and crisis management services to enterprises. It is directly comparable to the Linx Consulting practice, particularly for security audits and risk advisory work.
• International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO): IFPO provides certification and training programmes for protection officers and security managers globally. It overlaps directly with Linx's accredited security management pathway (Level 3 through to advanced certifications).
• Security Institute: The Security Institute is the UK's largest professional membership body for the security profession (4,500+ members) and a strategic partner that delivers accredited programmes with Linx. It is comparable as a UK-focused security training and professional development provider.
• S-RM: S-RM is a global risk and intelligence consultancy providing security advisory, due diligence, and crisis response. It is comparable to Linx Consulting for security risk assessment and SABRE-style advisory services.

Emerging players

• SSAIB: SSAIB is the Security Systems and Alarms Inspection Board and operates the CTSP register jointly with Tavcom. It is comparable as a UK technical security certification body that interfaces directly with Linx's Tavcom Training portfolio.

Others

• Mitie Security: Mitie Security is Linx International Group's parent and operates the Intelligence Services division to which Linx now belongs. It is included as the internal corporate owner rather than as a competitor, providing the distribution context for Linx.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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