The Safe Fire Electrical team is led by Managing Director Ron Goldfinch with the head office located at Torrensville, a suburb of Adelaide. Their capabilities include electrical technicians, sprinkler fitters and portable testers together with a design and service support team.

Safe Fire Electrical services a diverse client base in the key sectors of aged care, hospitality, education, corporate offices and Government infrastructure. For further information please visit https://safefire.com.au/.

“This is an exciting step forward for BGIS as we continue to expand our fire life safety capabilities across Australia,” said Richard Gee, Chief Commercial Officer, Asia Pacific, BGIS. “The addition of Safe Fire Electrical strengthens our ability to provide comprehensive national coverage while complementing our existing technical services. It also enables us to better meet the growing needs of clients seeking reliable, and compliant fire protection solutions.”

The Safe Fire Electrical business will operate under the leadership of Daniel Howard, Managing Director, APAC Technical Trade Services, ensuring continuity for employees and customers while supporting future growth and integration within the BGIS organisation.

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Public sector agencies, commercial clients, and operators of critical technology infrastructure rely on BGIS to manage and optimize their complex real estate portfolios on a global scale. BGIS combines a highly skilled technical workforce with a purpose-built Digital Facility Management platform to help clients improve operational performance, increase resiliency, and maximize the value of their real estate assets. Today, the Company manages more than 65,000 facilities totaling over 620 million square feet globally.

“For more than 30 years, BGIS has partnered with clients to optimize their real estate portfolios, reduce operating costs, and create safe, resilient, productive, and sustainable environments. Our success has been built on long-standing client relationships, exceptional talent, and a relentless commitment to innovation,” said Hicks. “We are grateful for CCMP and AIMCo’s outstanding partnership as we meaningfully accelerated our growth through M&A and investments in people and technology since 2019. With this strong foundation in place, we are excited to partner with Veritas as we continue executing on our long-term strategy. This investment reflects confidence in our people, our business, and the value we deliver every day. Veritas shares our vision and brings additional resources and capital to accelerate growth, expand our capabilities, and further invest in AI-enabled solutions. Most importantly, this partnership strengthens our ability to support clients and Team Members while maintaining the highest quality standards that have defined BGIS.”

“BGIS has spent decades building its reputation as a leading independent IFM provider through a focus on operational excellence, technical talent, and a culture of continuous innovation,” said James Dimitri, Partner & Co-Head of Flagship Private Equity at Veritas Capital. “We see strong parallels with prior Veritas investments where specialized human capital and proprietary technology create a durable competitive advantage. We look forward to partnering with Gord and the BGIS team to leverage Veritas’ technology investing playbook to accelerate its digital and AI roadmap, deepen its service capabilities, and drive strategic M&A to further extend the Company’s capabilities.”

“CCMP has been privileged to partner with Gord Hicks and his team since 2019, and we are proud of the growth BGIS has delivered by consistently driving exceptional client outcomes and investing in its leading technology platform,” noted Greg Brenneman, Executive Chairman at CCMP, and Mark McFadden, Co-Managing Partner at CCMP. “Our deep respect and thanks go out to Gord and his team, and we wish continued success to BGIS and Veritas as they execute on the exciting growth opportunities that lie ahead,” added Patrick McGrath, Managing Director at CCMP.

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including applicable regulatory approvals. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Citi served as lead financial advisor to BGIS, with TD Securities Inc. serving as co-advisor, and BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. and CIBC World Markets Inc. also serving as financial advisors to BGIS. Ropes & Gray LLP is serving as legal counsel to CCMP Capital and BGIS. Torys LLP is acting as legal counsel to AIMCo. Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP and Milbank LLP are acting as legal counsel to Veritas.

About BGIS

BGIS is a global leader in technical integrated facilities management services, combining deep engineering expertise with purpose-built Digital Facility Management (DFM) technology to serve public and private sector clients across mission-critical operating environments. With a team of more than 12,000 employees, BGIS is relentlessly focused on delivering innovative service solutions to drive value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 65,000 facilities totaling more than 620 million square feet. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of industrial, government, commercial, healthcare, education, and specialty retail assets, BGIS is a global leader in the commissioning and management of data centers and other critical environments. For more information, visit www.bgis.com.

About Veritas Capital

Veritas is a longstanding technology investor with over $54 billion of assets under management and a focus on companies operating at the intersection of technology and government. The Firm invests in companies that provide mission-critical products, services and software, primarily technology and technology-enabled solutions, to government and commercial customers worldwide. Veritas seeks to create value by strategically transforming the companies in which it invests through organic and inorganic means. Leveraging technology to make a positive impact across vitally important areas, such as healthcare, education, energy and national security, is core to the Firm. Veritas is a proud steward of national and global assets, focused on improving the quality of healthcare while reducing cost, advancing educational systems, accelerating energy transition and protecting our nation and allies. For more information, visit www.veritascapital.com.

About CCMP

CCMP Capital Advisors, LP (“CCMP Capital”) successfully invested in middle market buyouts and growth equity in high growth companies for two decades. CCMP Growth Advisors (“CCMP Growth”) was formed as the successor firm to CCMP Capital in 2022 as part of a long-planned transition to the next generation of leadership to manage new capital deployment. CCMP Growth focuses on buyout and growth equity investments in high-growth, lower middle market companies in the industrial and consumer sectors, primarily in North America. More information about CCMP Growth is available at www.ccmpgrowth.com.

About Alberta Investment Management Corporation

Alberta Investment Management Corporation (“AIMCo”) is one of Canada’s largest and most diversified institutional investment managers with more than CAD$194.7 billion of assets under management as at December 31, 2025. AIMCo invests globally on behalf of pension, endowment, insurance, and government funds in the Province of Alberta. With offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, London, and Luxembourg, AIMCo’s more than 200 investment and risk professionals bring deep expertise in a range of sectors, geographies, and industries. For more information, visit www.aimco.ca.

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The Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre is one of the biggest developments in regional Victoria. Nyaal Banyul is funded by the Australian and Victorian Governments and the City of Greater Geelong through the Geelong City Deal. It is being delivered by Development Victoria with the Plenary Conventions consortium comprising Plenary Group as sponsor and investor as well as hotel and commercial office developer, Built as builder, Woods Bagot as architect and BGIS as facilities management services contractor. The venue will be operated by the Victorian Convention and Event Trust.  
 
BGIS is responsible for ensuring that this iconic building is not only fit for purpose but future-proofed with cutting-edge technologies and assets. Our team has collaborated closely with clients throughout the design and construction stages, making certain every aspect of the building meets the highest standards.  

Before the venue opened for events, the centre underwent a critical mobilisation phase. This period is dedicated to rigorous testing of all building systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety from day one. It provides a valuable opportunity for our team to work together with the new assets and demonstrate our combined expertise.   

BGIS is conducting simulated activities to demonstrate and ensure the policy and procedure manual supports compliance with contractual obligations and enables the venue operator to effectively fulfil the business requirements. 

During mobilisation, we test life safety systems, including fire detection, alarms, smoke control, sprinklers, and emergency lighting, all needing certification and readiness. Ensuring comfort for patrons, the air conditioning, ventilation, and pressurisation systems are balanced throughout the building. Electrical infrastructure, from power distribution and lighting to emergency power and protection systems, is assessed for reliability and load performance. 

Water systems including supply, hot water, sewer, drainage, and pumping are validated for continuity and compliance. Lifts and escalators are tested for safe operation and emergency interfacing with fire systems. Security, ICT, and communications systems are proofed for interconnectivity, safeguarding people and assets around the clock. 

The auditoriums feature moveable seating with mechanical movement, and these are checked for ease of use with a four-hour change period. Our entire team, including facilities managers, tradespersons, and help desk operators, come together for thorough training and hands-on experience with the building’s operations ahead of the go-live date. 

From day one, we ensure robust 24/7 response processes are in place, ready to support the venue and its users. The mobilisation phase is not just about systems and protocols, it is about preparing a space where events will run smoothly, and guests will feel welcome and safe. We are proud to be part of this journey, and our team is honoured to manage the state-of-the-art venue.  

Our aim is to have a fully compliant, safe, and operational building that is ready to host the visitors and events from the commencement date.

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The $449 million public-private partnership project has turned Geelong into a world-class destination for global events and conferences that will  attract more visitors, create jobs and generate millions in economic benefit for the region. The venue features a 1,000-seat theatre, large exhibition spaces, conference facilities, flexible event spaces and meeting rooms, food and beverage offerings and the Gheringhap Plaza public space. The centre will start hosting events from next month with more than 80 conferences and events already booked in. Nyaal Banyul will employ more than 240 people in Geelong. More than 50 local businesses are engaged in delivering events, supplying local food, wine and equipment. Construction created 1,400 jobs, with 250 apprentices completing more than 150,000 hours of hands-on training.

The public-private partnership was delivered and is now managed by the Plenary Conventions consortium – with Plenary Group as sponsor and investor, and hotel and commercial building developer, Built as builder, Woods Bagot as architect and BGIS as facilities manager – in partnership with the Victorian Government. The building was co-designed in collaboration with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation.

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Image 1: L to R: Alfred Bangura, General Manager Contracts, Vasil Treneski, Facilities Coordinator, Michelle Dixon, Managing Director, Client Services, Brian Saltmarsh, Account Manager, Mark Williams, Tenant representative.
Image 2: L to R: Alfred Bangura, General Manager Contracts, Michelle Dixon, Managing Director, Client Services, Simon Pearce, Portfolio Manager, Frasers Logistics and Commercial Trust, Mark Williams, Tenant representative.

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Ascot Air’s team of 50 employees is led by Robert Wolfe, General Manager, Martin Howlett, Business Manager and James Gardner, Operations Manager with the head office located in Brisbane and a satellite office in the Gold Coast. For further information please visit https://www.ascotair.com.au/

“We are very enthusiastic about the Ascot Air team joining our business. Expanding our specialist mechanical capabilities in Queensland is a key strategy for us,” said Dana Nelson BGIS President and Managing Director, APAC. “We see many opportunities to deliver additional value to existing clients and pursue new growth markets.”

Ascot Air’s General Manager Robert Wolfe said, “I am optimistic about the acquisition and the advantages BGIS brings to our team. BGIS offers increased scale and a wider range of opportunities for Ascot Air’s staff. We are keen to collaborate with our new colleagues, servicing both existing and prospective clients.  Importantly, this transition represents a significant positive shift for clients, management, and employees alike.

Ms Nelson is delighted that Ascot Air’s leadership team will continue to manage the business under the leadership of Daniel Howard, Managing Director, Self Perform & ITS, APAC.

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Managing the contract are a team of facilities management specialists, an HSEQ specialist and technical tradespeople including electricians, plumbers, painters and general trades. 

“We welcome Sydney Airport to our portfolio of prestigious aviation clients, along with Qantas and Virgin Australia, “said Michelle Dixon, Managing Director, Client Services. “BGIS is now positioned as a leading facilities management provider to the aviation sector in Australia.”

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All Door Solutions will continue to be managed by Belinda Campbell, Operations Manager, supported by the wider All Door Solutions team based in Loganholme, southeast of Brisbane. All Door Solutions services a long-term client base in the key sectors of Government, health, education, and commercial sectors. For further information please visit alldoorsolutions.com.au

“We are delighted to bring the capabilities of the All Door Solutions team into the BGIS organisation,” said Dana Nelson, President and Managing Director, Asia Pacific, BGIS. “There are opportunities to add value for our existing clients, as well as leverage the services into strategic growth markets in Queensland and regional NSW.”

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Torque IP will continue to be managed by Mak Kulkarni, Executive Director – Torque IP, and Phil Earl, General Manager- Projects Division, supported by the wider Torque IP team. The national team of specialists is headquartered in Auckland, and will be co-located with our BGIS team in our nine offices across the North and South Islands. Torque IP services a long-standing and growing client base in the key sectors Government, aged care, construction, healthcare, commercial enterprises, as well as schools and universities. For further information please visit https://www.torqueip.co.nz/

“We are thrilled about the integration of the Torque IP team into the BGIS organisation,” said Dana Nelson, President and Managing Director, Asia Pacific, BGIS. “This acquisition is aligned with our strategy to grow our business in New Zealand, particularly with advisory services capabilities. It directly addresses the requirements of clients for innovative building technologies.”

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We are proud to announce the completion of our three-year Stretch level Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), marking an important milestone for BGIS. This achievement is the culmination of a significant amount of work by many key stakeholders across the business. Our approach to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander development and engagement is practical and outcomes focused, which includes creating meaningful job opportunities, supporting Aboriginal-owned businesses, engaging with community and providing skills training. Importantly, we share the successes and outcomes of our Stretch RAP with our employees, clients and suppliers.

Of the 140 separate initiatives in our RAP, we are pleased to report a 91.4% completion rate across the four categories of Respect, Relationships, Opportunities and Governance. Highlights include:

• Spend with Indigenous businesses 4.23% of total supplier spend.
• Established 10+ formal partnerships with Indigenous -led organisations.
• Attained employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment average of 3%.
• Collaborated with 6+ clients on joint RAP initiatives.
• 100% of employees completed formal cultural awareness training during induction.
• Celebrations for NAIDOC week and National Reconciliation Week.
• Regular RAP committee meetings driving engagement and representation from across the organisation.
• Strong Indigenous Engagement visual identity and communications program to align organisation to the importance of our RAP.

As we transition between RAPs, we remain committed to delivering our current initiatives while identifying opportunities to enhance our program. A strong focus will be on strategic talent acquisition, with particular emphasis on creating employment pathways for young people through partnerships, apprenticeships and internships.

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