Global Guardian acquired Solace Global Risk to strengthen its travel risk management platform, leverage the expertise and proven capabilities of the Solace Global team, and expand its international footprint. By combining Global Guardian’s 24/7 global operations with Solace Global’s advanced Travel Risk Management (TRM) technology, we are creating the industry’s most comprehensive risk management solution.
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Solace Global Risk Joins Forces
Solace Global Risk has been acquired by Global Guardian, a United States-based international security and risk management firm. This acquisition marks a major step forward in our shared mission to protect people and organisations with the most trusted and comprehensive risk management solutions.
About Global Guardian
Founded in 2012 by a former U.S. Green Beret Commander, Global Guardian is a recognised leader in travel risk management, operational support, and crisis response – serving Fortune 1000 companies, family offices, and organisations around the world. Like Solace Global, the company is built on a foundation of integrity, operational excellence and commitment to safeguarding people, assets, and operations worldwide.
This acquisition represents an exciting milestone for Solace Global. By uniting Global Guardian’s proven operational capabilities and global reach with the deep expertise of the Solace Global team and its advanced travel risk management technology, we are creating the industry’s most comprehensive and responsive solution, strengthening our shared commitment to protecting clients wherever they operate.
From left: Dave Peach (Solace Global), Emily Roberts (Solace Global), and Dale Buckner (Global Guardian)
What This Means for Our Clients
Our clients remain our top priority. You will continue to work with the same trusted team and your day-to-day service, support, and communication channels will not change.
Our leadership team is unchanged. Emily Roberts continues as Managing Director, Martin Veale as Chief Operating Officer, and David Peach transitions into an interim advisory role. The strength and expertise of our leadership team is a core reason for this acquisition – ensuring continuity for clients is paramount.
Solace Global Risk will continue to operate under its existing brand, with the same service, contracts and technology in place. Over time, we intend to unify under the Global Guardian name. This will be a considered process, with clear and transparent communication every step of the way.
Solace Global Maritime and Solace Communications will continue to operate within the Solace Global Group with the same trusted teams and services.
Looking Ahead
The shared values of Solace Global and Global Guardian allow us to enhance our offering further. Clients will benefit from expanded GSOC services, video surveillance, and access control solutions, adding even greater strength to our existing services.
We’re proud of how far Solace Global has come and confident that, together with Global Guardian, we can go even further in supporting you with the highest level of care, capability, and resources.
We are here to answer any questions you may have about the acquisition, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why did Global Guardian acquire Solace Global Risk?
How will this acquisition impact Solace Global Risk clients?
There will be no immediate changes to your service, support, or points of contact. You will continue to work with the same trusted Solace Global team, using your existing communication channels and technology platform.
Is the Solace Global leadership team changing?
No. Emily Roberts will continue as Managing Director of Solace Global Risk, Martin Veale as Chief Operating Officer and David Peach will move into an interim advisory role. One of the key reasons Global Guardian acquired Solace Global is the strength and expertise of our leadership and staff—the team you know and trust remains firmly in place.
What will happen to the Solace Global brand?
For now, Solace Global Risk will continue to operate under its existing brand while Global Guardian focuses on migrating clients to the Solace Global platform. Within 12–18 months, the two brands will fully unify under the Global Guardian name. This process will be carefully managed and will not disrupt your service. You can expect clear, transparent communication every step of the way.
David Peach will continue in his role as Founder and CEO of Solace Global Maritime and Communications, which will remain a separate division and continue operating under its current name.
The integration will be carefully managed, with clear communication at every stage and no disruption to your service.
What are the benefits of this acquisition for clients?
This partnership enhances Solace Global Risk’s ability to support clients globally by combining leading technology and operational excellence. Clients will benefit from:
- Expanded global reach, with Global Guardian’s on-the-ground teams in more than 140 countries
- Enhanced operational expertise, with Global Guardian executing over 180 missions each month
- Access to additional service capabilities, including outsourced GSOC services, video surveillance, and access control solutions
Ultimately, this acquisition strengthens Solace Global’s ability to support clients globally, providing broader coverage, faster response, and even higher levels of service and security.