October Reward & Recognition

SES Group Reward and Recognition Winner for October is Mr. Asenay Ali. Asenay was nominated by the Network Rail Team who manage the Assisted Travel Lounge where Asenay works, the nomination was as follows: “I wanted to take a moment to highlight the exceptional performance of one of our outstanding employees, Asenay Ali. This week, Asenay has received an incredible five compliments from passengers for his exceptional dedication and commitment to providing exceptional customer service in our Assisted Travel Department. It’s not an overstatement to say that Asenay consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that our passengers are not just…

Ice Rink Launch Party

Last night, SES Group were entrusted to keep people safe at the Annual Ice Rink Launch Party hosted at Somerset House. Our dedicated team played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of attendees by securing the venue, conducting thorough customer searches, and efficiently managing access, all while fostering an environment where everyone could enjoy the festivities. At SES Group, we take pride in our commitment to providing top-notch event security, and last night’s successful execution at the Ice Rink Launch Party is a testament to the professionalism and expertise of our team.

Remembrance Sunday

Our dedicated team worked tirelessly throughout the weekend to ensure the safety of attendees during the Remembrance Sunday service in Central London. SES Group had the privilege of overseeing crowd control in the vicinity of the Cenotaph, where the solemn ceremony took place. Our personnel displayed a profound sense of pride in contributing to the execution of this esteemed event.

‘Glastonbury of Fireworks’

SES Group are delighted to share that the ‘Glastonbury of Fireworks’ was delivered successfully this weekend at the Capitals Alexandra Palace and Park. Our team were deployed over two event nights to oversee the Park, the German Bier Festival, the ice rink and of course, North London’s Premiere Firework Display. The team, led by Tolay Omer, and supported by our Events Management Team, did an outstanding job keeping people safe and ensuring everyone had a memorable evening. While we would like to individually recognise team members, the sheer number makes it impossible. The greatest compliment we can pass onto our team…

Firework Festival – Management Perspective

“I woke up today feeling really proud of the SES Group team that delivered the Firework Festival at Alexandra Palace and Park over the last 2 days. I had the honour of being in the event control for 2 days, watching the team of Managers, Supervisors, Control Room Operators, Response Officers, Security and Stewards keep attendees safe. It was great to hear the praise and positive comments directed at the teams performance, from not only our client Alexandra Palace but also from the independent audit team engaged by the client to audit the security and stewarding activities on site… one comment…

SES 25th Anniversary

On Monday 30th October, SES Group celebrated its 25th anniversary. What better way to mark the occasion than with a surprise party for Managing Director and Owner Tony Ball. Over 100 employees, clients, contractors, friends and family joined us at the Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Country Club for an evening of celebration over what has been a brilliant 25 years. Long service awards were presented to a number of employees, some of whom have been with us over 20 years! We cannot do it without you all. The evening was magnificently organised by Nicole Ball & Glen Ball who ensured that fun was had by all….

October 2023 Newsletter

Welcome to SES Group’s October 2023 Newsletter. To see our full newsletter as a PDF, please click the link. If you need security services for your event, show, business or private matter, SES Group can help! Give our team a call on 020 8804 5058 or see our contact page for more information.

Canute Howard

SES Group is pleased to introduce you to the latest addition to our Event Management Team, Mr Canute Howard, better known as Ken. Ken has been an integral part of SES Group for many years, amassing a wealth of experience during his tenure. Following his successful completion of the QNUK Level 5 Award in Crowd Safety Management with The Square Metre Group, the moment arrived to officially acknowledge his achievements by presenting him his black jacket. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ken on his significant milestone in his career and wish him continued success and growth on his professional journey.

Madonna & Fatboy Slim

Last week, SES Group bid farewell to Madonna, who delivered an electrifying performance during the inaugural leg of her world tour. We cannot wait to welcome her back for the two remaining shows in December. Additionally, SES Group were entrusted to welcome the new EE at their promotional event held at Alexandra Palace and Park. The event featured a breath-taking display of the world’s largest hologram set against the iconic London skyline, showcasing a performance by none other than Fatboy Slim.

Dynamic Weekend in the Capital

SES Group successfully executed a dynamic weekend of event operations within the capital city. Our achievements included overseeing the third and final instalment of the National Football League (NFL) International Series, in which the Baltimore Ravens emerged victorious against the Tennessee Titans at Tottenham Hotspur Football Club Stadium. We were entrusted to manage backstage and floor security for the kick-off of Madonna’s highly anticipated World Tour at The O2. Furthermore, SES Group played a pivotal role by delivering front-of-house services at Alexandra Palace and Park for the Yoga Show. Phil Garnett, a trusted member of the team, provided expert Close Protection for the renowned musician Yoshiki during his performance at the historical Royal…