The presentation of the 2026 UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs), sponsored by Axon, took place at the prestigious Royal Lancaster London on Thursday, 19th February 2026, bringing together more than 600 security professionals from across the United Kingdom to recognise and reward outstanding performance throughout the sector.
Now firmly established as one of the most anticipated events in the security calendar, the UK OSPAs once again delivered an exceptional evening of celebration, networking and industry recognition. The awards shine a spotlight on individuals, teams and organisations that demonstrate excellence, innovation and commitment across all areas of security. From frontline officers and security managers to consultants, technical specialists and business leaders, the event reflects the diversity, professionalism and dedication that defines the UK security community.
Guiding guests through the evening’s celebrations was renowned comedian Jo Caulfield, best known for her legendary one-woman shows and described by The Observer as “one of the finest female comics at work.” Her sharp wit and engaging presence ensured a lively and memorable awards presentation.
2026 UK OSPA Award Winners
Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director – sponsored by First Response Group
Phil Bance – Boots UK
Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director – sponsored by Team Software by WorkWave
Paul Chubb – Assist Security Group
Outstanding Security Equipment Manufacturer – sponsored by K4 Group
Defence Composites
Outstanding Security Team – sponsored by LINEV Systems UK
UK Security & Loss Prevention Team – Amazon
Outstanding Security Consultant – sponsored by ASC
AtkinsRéalis Physical Security Resilience (PSR) Team
Outstanding Customer Service Initiative – sponsored by International Security Expo/The Security Event
One Person One Voice – Assist Security Group
Outstanding Security Installer/Integrator – sponsored by SSAIB
Amulet
Outstanding Event Security Team – sponsored by Guardhouse
FRG Events – First Response Group
Outstanding Security Training Initiative – sponsored by BSIA
NHS Security Development Programme – Assist Security Group
Outstanding New Security Product – sponsored by Corps Security
LV Stream – LINEV Systems UK
Outstanding Security Partnership
City of London Cycle Medics – Eastern City BID, City of London Police & St John Ambulance
Outstanding Security Sustainability Award – sponsored by Trojan Security
ESG Strategy – CIS Security
Outstanding Security Officer – sponsored by Leverage Security
Paul Pickett – Securitas UK
Outstanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative – sponsored by Lazerbeam Fire & Security
Canary Wharf Group & Nuparadigm
Outstanding Young Security Professional – sponsored by CIS Security
Sarah Baugh – Professional Security
Outstanding Female Security Professional – sponsored by Leverage Security
Jo Bloomfield – Zinc Systems / B&Q Crime Centre
Outstanding Contract Security Company (Guarding) – sponsored by Axon
Assist Security Group
Lifetime Achievement – sponsored by Securitas
Guy Mathias
The OSPAs supported charity this year is CrimeStoppers, please consider reading about their work.
The event organisers would like to thank all those who have helped to make the UK OSPAs event such a success including: all the supporting associations and judges; sponsors: Axon (headline sponsor); Skills for Security (trophies and certificates); Guardhouse (drinks reception); K4 Security Services (dinner menu); Corps Security (security commissionaires); ASC, BSIA, CIS Security, Corps Security, First Response Group, Lazerbeam Fire & Security, Leverage Security, LINEV Systems UK, Securitas, SSAIB, International Security Expo/The Security Event, Team Software by WorkWave, and Trojan Security (award categories); and media partners – AllSecurityEvents, City Security Magazine, Infologue, Professional Security, and Security Journal UK.
Once again this year, winners from 14 of the categories of the 2026 UK OSPAs will be featured in the 3rd Global OSPAs set to take place in 2027! Winners of these categories will automatically qualify for the global competition. The winner of Lifetime Achievement award will be inducted into the Security Hall of Fame.
