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Capital, Gardner & SDS Amalgamate into Parent

May 20, 2010
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Earlier this year, Capital Security Systems, Gardner Security and State Digital Security all amalgamated into parent company, Christie Intruder Alarms Ltd.

This makes us the largest independent security company in the UK, and you will benefit from the premium service that is synonymous with the CIA brand.

Here are some reassuring facts about this change:

Who are Christie Intruder Alarms?

Christie Intruder Alarms was established in the late 1960s by Barrie and Janet Christie.  Under their ownership and management, CIA has become the most recognised and well respected security brand in the UK.

Why the change?

Barrie and Janet Christie have secured the future for customers and staff alike by merging all the subsidiaries under the CIA brand.

Who owns Christie Intruder Alarms now?

The company is still owned by the Christie family, and members of the family continue to work for Christie Intruder Alarms.  The staff have been empowered by a new share bonus scheme which guarantees that CIA will remain the strongest independent brand in the security industry.

What does the change mean for me as an ex-  Capital, Gardner or State Digital Customer?

The only change you should notice is the change in name on any correspondence from us.

What do I need to do an ex-  Capital, Gardner or State Digital Customer?

Could you please:

  • Send all correspondence, cheques, keyholder forms to 212-218 London Road, Waterlooville, Hants PO7 7AJ
  • Make cheques payable to Christie Intruder Alarms Ltd
  • If you already make payments by direct debit, please continue to do so; we will advise you if anything changes.
  • Update your details on line by visiting here (or click the green Update Details button above) and fill out the short form.  This will ensure that our records are correct and enable us to contact you in the most effective way possible. NB: If you prefer, please ring our Customer Services team who will be happy to update your details over the phone.

If you need to contact us, the main switchboard number for our Head Office in Waterlooville is 023 9226 5111, or you can still contact us on Capital's, Gardner's or SDS's existing numbers for the time being.

We are here to help but if you have any concerns, please feel free to contact our Customer Services Team on 023 9224 2442, or Barrie Christie direct on barriec@ciaalarms.co.uk.