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Private Security Services in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€9.3bn

2025

€9.3bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€X.Xbn

Employees

181k

Businesses

5,847

Wages

€X.Xbn

Private Security Services in France industry analysis

France’s private security services industry is vital for protecting people and places, most notably during major events. Demand is driven by heightened security concerns, government policy decisions and any surveillance technology improvements. With the French capital known for hosting large-scale cultural and global events, French businesses, shops and event spaces consistently demand security services, particularly in major cities like Paris.

Trends and Insights

  • Europe's high-profile events amplify private security demand. Major events such as royal occasions, the 2024 Summer Olympics and the UEFA European Football Championship are intensifying the need for private security for crowd control.
  • Falling cash usage curbs armoured car services demand. As transactions have moved towards digital platforms, the need for secure cash transport provided by private security companies has dropped.
  • Big agencies use economies of scope to attract clients. Security agencies use their integrated security systems, including personnel and modern technology, to attract clients.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Private Security Services industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Private Security Services industry in France is €9.3bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Private Security Services in France industry in 2025?

There are 5,847 businesses in the Private Security Services industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.9 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Private Security Services industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Private Security Services industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 4.1 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Private Security Services industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Private Security Services industry in France is expected to grow.

What are the biggest companies in the Private Security Services market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Private Security Services market in France are Securitas AB, Seris Security and Wagram Protection

What does the Private Security Services in France include?

Security guard services and Armoured car services are part of the Private Security Services industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Private Security Services in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is Securitas AB.

How competitive is the Private Security Services industry in France?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Private Security Services industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Security guards need official training and licences. Many countries in Europe have a private security regulator that gives out permits to trained security guards.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Private Security Services in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Security companies' profits rebound post-pandemic. As public events like sports matches and music concerts resumed in 2021, demand for crowd control surged, boosting revenue and profitability.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Private Security Services in France industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

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