**Irish Cyber-Security Specialist Intends to Expand European Reach through Belgian Acquisition**
In a significant move towards bolstering its presence in Europe, Irish-headquartered cyber-security specialist Integrity 360 has acquired Belgian company Cresco, as part of its ambitious expansion plans. This strategic acquisition will enable the company to tap into new markets and reinforce its position as a leading player in the European cyber-security landscape.
As part of this deal, Integrity 360 plans to invest in Cresco as a regional services hub for the Benelux region (Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg). This will include establishing a brand-new security operations centre in Brussels, which will serve as a local access point for the company's existing global security operations organisation. With facilities already operational in Dublin, Stockholm, Rome, Sofia, Madrid, Cape Town, and Johannesburg, this acquisition marks another significant milestone in Integrity 360's growth trajectory.
The acquired Belgian company, Cresco, has established itself as a reputable player in the region since its inception in 2020. With around 30 employees, it serves customers across various sectors, including financial services, insurance, healthcare, energy, and government organisations. The company's expertise lies in ethical hacking and offensive security, which makes it an excellent fit for Integrity 360's expanding operations.
Speaking about the deal, Integrity 360 Chairman Ian Brown expressed his enthusiasm: "The innovative, refreshing, and dynamic approach they have brought to cyber-security services, most notably in offensive security since their formation in 2020, is highly impressive. We are looking forward to helping them provide an enhanced set of services to their customers and expanding further in the Benelux market over the coming years."
This acquisition will see Cresco join the Integrity 360 group, which employs over 750 people across the UK, Europe, and Africa. The deal will bolster the company's resources, allowing it to provide a broader range of professional, support, and managed cyber-security services to its growing client base.
The success story behind Cresco is a testament to the dedication and expertise of its founding directors, Youssef Bey, Clement Laurens, and Guillaume Deterville. They expressed their excitement about joining forces with Integrity 360: "We could not be more delighted that Cresco is joining Integrity360 who will help us continue to develop, enhance, and grow the business across the Benelux region."
This strategic investment by Integrity 360 marks another milestone in its international expansion plans. With a solid foundation in place, the company is well-positioned for continued growth and success in the ever-evolving cyber-security landscape.
**About Integrity 360**
Integrity 360 is an Irish-headquartered cyber-security specialist with operations across the UK, Europe, and Africa. Founded by entrepreneur Eoin Goulding, the company offers a range of professional, support, and managed cyber-security services to its clients. With a strong growth plan in place, backed by strategic investment from London-based private equity firm August Equity, Integrity 360 is poised for continued success.
**About Cresco**
Cresco is a Belgian-based company specialising in cyber-security services, particularly in ethical hacking and offensive security. Founded in 2020, the company has established itself as a reputable player in the region, serving customers across various sectors.