Safety21 S.p.A. announces that its controlling institutional shareholder BU Bregal Unternehmerkapital (“BU”), the largest mid-market private equity investor headquartered in the DACH region, has successfully closed a sizeable multi-asset continuation fund. The transaction, co-led by LGT Capital Partners and Pantheon as lead investors, is aimed at extending the partnership between BU and Safety21 and supporting the Group’s next phase of growth, providing additional long-term capital for further acquisitions and for the Group’s international development.
The transaction attracted strong demand from institutional investors worldwide, both existing and new, confirming the quality of Safety21’s industrial project and the value creation potential still ahead for the
Group.
Since the beginning of the partnership with BU in 2021, Safety21 has become Italy’s leading GovTech platform for enforcement violation and road safety, built on the development of major concessions, a disciplined buy-and-build strategy and its proprietary, modular TitanO® platform. Over this period, revenue and EBITDA have tripled. Today the Group serves more than 700 municipalities under longterm contracts, generating highly recurring revenues underpinned by a large proprietary IoT installed base and deep regulatory expertise.
The new ownership structure allows Safety21 to pursue its growth path along multiple avenues: concession expansion, market consolidation, cross-selling and internationalization, with the goal of establishing itself as the leading European GovTech platform for enforcement violation and road safety.
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Safety21 Group acquires a minority stake in CASV, continuing its growth journey in Spain
Safety21 S.p.A., Italy’s leading provider of enforcement technologies, Smart Mobility solutions and digital road safety services, announces the acquisition of a minority stake in CASV, a Spanish provider of technology-enabled enforcement services for local authorities and law enforcement agencies.
Founded in 1998, CASV is a Barcelona-based subsidiary of the CGI Group. It supports municipalities and public authorities across Spain by providing technology-enabled traffic enforcement services, specializing in the validation, processing and collection of fines, particularly for speed enforcement.
CASV will continue to operate under the new CGI21 brand, retaining its current management while integrating its knowledge of the local market with Safety21’s technologies and resources as part of a partnership aimed at accelerating the development of new solutions and services for the Spanish market and neighbouring countries. The transaction is based on the shared commitment of Safety21 and the CGI Group to leverage the complementary strengths of the two organizations in order to accelerate the growth of both, while creating new opportunities for customers, partners and public institutions.
The Safety21 Group is therefore strengthening its presence in the Spanish market and taking a further step forward in building a pan-European technology platform in enforcement, Smart Mobility and digital infrastructure management, with the aim of reinforcing its position as a European leader by leveraging proprietary technologies, operational excellence and a strong local presence in key markets.
FEINDEF 2025: Safety21 together with ITE protagonists of technological innovation for safety in Madrid
From 12 to 14 May 2025, Safety21 together with ITE took part in the Feria Internacional de Defensa y Seguridad de España (FEINDEF), a reference event for innovation in the security and defence sectors, held in Madrid.
During the event, some of the most advanced technological solutions developed to support public authorities were presented, including:
- G.U.A.R.D.I.U.M., with its specific functions for the Local Police;
- iCAM3D, both in portable and vehicular versions;
- The new release of EVO2, the advanced speed control radar, designed to operate in complex and traffic-intensive environments.
Participation in FEINDEF represented an important opportunity for discussion and dialogue with numerous institutional actors, including Guardia Civil and Ertzaintza, who visited our stand to learn more about the applications of the proposed technologies
Its presence at the fair confirmed Safety21’s role as a reliable and innovative interlocutor on the international scene, reaffirming its commitment to promoting safer, smarter and more sustainable mobility, even beyond Italy’s borders.
Italian technology supporting urban safety in Spain
In an urban context increasingly demanding in terms of safety, innovation, and responsiveness, technology proves to be an indispensable ally for Police Forces.
It is in this direction that the recent testing day promoted by Safety21 S.p.A. took place, together with its Premium Partner ITE – Integración Tecnológica Empresarial, S.L., and with the direct involvement of the Policía Municipal de Madrid.
During the demonstration event, two of Safety21’s most advanced solutions were successfully tested:
iCAM3D: A compact and highly innovative device, iCAM3D was installed on board an official Police vehicle, where it demonstrated its ability to automatically detect violations using artificial intelligence algorithms—even in the absence of network or connectivity. This ensures continuous and reliable operation in any urban setting.
G.U.A.R.D.I.U.M.: The G.U.A.R.D.I.U.M. solution stood out for its high level of accuracy, portability, and execution speed in the three-dimensional reconstruction of road accidents and forensic scenes. Ideal for immediate intervention by patrol units, it drastically reduces road closure times and enhances the efficiency of both technical and documentary response.
The testing day is part of a broader development plan in which Safety21 and ITE are engaged in promoting smart road safety solutions across the Spanish and Portuguese markets. A strategic partnership based on the sharing of know-how, cutting-edge technologies, and a common vision, which translates into an integrated offering for local public administrations.
The operational and technical contribution of a highly qualified team – Fernando Flores Moya, Paolo Tommasini, Silvio Foschi, and José Antonio Hortal Carretero – confirmed the effectiveness of the collaborative model between the two companies and paved the way for future implementations at urban and regional levels.
➡️Next stop: FEINDEF 2025 – Madrid
From May 12 to 14, 2025, Safety21 and ITE will attend the Feria Internacional de Defensa y Seguridad de España (FEINDEF), the leading event for innovation in the defense and security sectors.
📍 Madrid – Pavilion 10, Stand C02
At the fair, visitors will have the opportunity to discover:
- G.U.A.R.D.I.U.M. and its applications for Local Police forces;
- iCAM3D, in both portable and in-vehicle versions;
- The new release of EVO2, the advanced radar for speed control, designed to maximize road safety in complex, high-traffic environments.
This initiative reaffirms Safety21’s commitment to promoting safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility, even beyond Italy’s borders, by offering international public authorities reliable, scalable, and interoperable technological solutions.
Safety21 completes the acquisition of Cross Control
Safety21 S.p.A., an Italian software provider and leader in the Smart Road and Smart City solutions under majority ownership of the Bregal Unternehmerkapital Funds announces the completion of the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of Cross Control S.r.l., an Italian company that has been operating in the road safety enforcement and IoT detection industry in Central Italy since 2008.
Safety21 is accelerating its growth across the high-tech value chain dedicated to public authorities and police forces, further expanding its reach through strategic acquisitions. Thanks to a well-established buy & integrate model, Cross Control’s expertise and regional presence will become a new building block in the Group’s development. Through its proprietary offering based on the TitanO software platform, Safety21 enables public administrations to adopt innovative services for the digitalization of violation detection processes and citizen services. This is achieved by employing the most advanced technologies and increasingly leveraging applications of artificial intelligence and data analysis in road safety management.
“I would like to thank the shareholders of Cross Control for believing in our Group’s growth vision. – said Gianluca Longo, CEO and founder of the Safety21 Group – Their continued involvement as managers within Safety21 will be key to strengthening our presence in Central Italy — not only because of their expertise, but also thanks to the strong end-to-end ecosystem we have built at Safety21, including our IoT-based Velocar systems, the AI-driven G.U.A.R.D.I.U.M. and iCam3D solutions, the TitanO software platform, and the collection services of our subsidiary, Gefil.”
With this new operation, Safety21 confirms its commitment alongside the Public Administration, offering cutting-edge digital solutions for the control and management of the territory, and further strengthens its leadership position in the national market, after the recent industrial partnerships activated on the Iberian market.
ONE TEAM ONE VISION | March 26-27, 2025
On 26 and 27 March, part of the Safety21 team met for two intense days of Team Building in the name of sharing and growth. The theme of the meeting, “One Team, One Vision”, represented the common thread of an experience designed to strengthen the synergy between colleagues, through moments of discussion, inspiration and co-creation.
The team took part in a unique training experience: a session of Lego® Serious Play®, an innovative method designed to stimulate creative thinking and facilitate discussion within working groups. Led by Carlo Spellucci, Master trainer of Lego® Serious Play® and his team of expert trainers, , the participants were involved in an immersive activity where LEGO bricks became tools to express ideas, values and visions related to trust, mutual support and collaboration.
Through the construction of symbolic models, each member was able to represent his or her own perception of the company system, sharing personal and professional reflections in an atmosphere of active listening and participation. An experience that strengthened the sense of team and ignited new ideas to face daily challenges together.
In closing, the intervention of Diego Parassole, who with intelligence and irony offered concrete ideas to face change with awareness and a constructive spirit.
“Only with a shared vision and a cohesive team can we make a difference. This is what drives us: One Team, One Vision. Together we lead 🎯 “
Safety21 joins UNIREC
Safety21 joins UNIREC (National Union of Credit Protection Companies), a trade association that represents companies in the sector in Italy.
UNIREC aggregates over 80% of the companies in the sector, offering continuous training tools for ethical, transparent and sustainable credit management.
Joining this association confirms Safety21’s commitment to maintaining the highest industry standards, promoting best practices and ensuring constant updating on legislative and regulatory developments.
Metropolitan City of Milan and Safety21: together to educate young people on road safety
The project “Mi voglio sicurǝ” is being relaunched with new educational opportunities for high school students in the metropolitan city of Milan.
Contribute to the formation of responsible and aware young citizens: this is the objective of the project Mi Voglio Sicurǝ, realized in collaboration with Safety21 and with the advice of the Association Lorenzo Guarnieri ONLUS, Dedicated to all secondary schools in the territory.
The project is enriched by the Path for Transversal Skills and Guidance (PCTO), an e-learning training programme launched on 22 November, at the end of which it will release 30 hours of training credits. Students will explore key road safety issues such as the links between vehicles and infrastructure, risk perception and preventive action to reduce road hazards.
Starting this January 2025, the initiative will extend with classroom training sessions. The programme also includes project work which will enable students to earn an additional 15 hours of training credits by designing a social communication campaign to raise public awareness of road safety. The three best papers will be awarded by a jury of experts.
For us at Safety21 road safety is a priority, and it is important for us to support the Metropolitan City of Milan in this path, combining training and awareness. Spreading a road safety culture among the younger generation is crucial to educate all users, including pedestrians and cyclists, on compliance. Only through awareness of the risks associated with inappropriate driving behaviour can a genuine sense of citizenship towards road safety be developed.
“We are proud to contribute for the second year to a project that aims to educate young people on road safety through an innovative and engaging approach. It is essential to invest in the training of new generations to build a future where compliance with rules and prevention become shared values” said Gianluca Longo, CEO of Safety21 SpA
A future without casualties on the roads is possible. “Mi voglio sicurǝ” represents a concrete step towards this goal.
Safety21: on the front line for road safety at the 41st ANCI Assembly
We participated for the second time as Main Partner at the 41st ANCI Assembly in Turin, held from 20 to 22 November, an essential appointment for the comparison between the public administrations, institutional partners and actors involved in service innovation for local communities.
Among our guests, also the mayor of Rome Roberto Gualtieri, the minister Matteo Salvini, the president of ANCI Gaetano Manfredi and the mayor of Florence Sara Funaro.
Our presence has underlined the constant commitment to support the Administrations with innovative technological solutions, designed to face the complex challenges of road safety.
During the event, Stefano Guarnieri, Vice President of the Lorenzo Guarnieri Association, represented Safety21 by speaking on a crucial topic: the importance of strengthening safety on Italian roads through concrete and targeted interventions. His testimony underlined the value of collaboration between institutions, technology partners and civil society to prevent accidents and save lives.
A unique opportunity to strengthen dialogue with local authorities and reaffirm our role as reliable and competent partner in making cities safer for all citizens.
Safety21, Main Partner of the 40th ANCI Assembly
From October 24 to 26, 2023, the 40th annual ANCI assembly took place at the blue pavilion of the Genoa Fair. The event, of which we were the main partner, was a moment of great satisfaction. Over 200 mayors and municipalities visited our booth, which proved to be a stimulating meeting point for dialogue.
This context also provided us with the opportunity to share our vision and solutions for a smart life and to introduce G.U.A.R.D.I.U.M., the brand-new dynamic behavioral detection system based on AI. Through a neural network system, G.U.A.R.D.I.U.M. can detect anomalous situations, danger, and even illicit human behavior.
The attention and interest received demonstrated how municipalities, and those who represent them, are now ready to embark on the path of technological innovation, of which Safety21 is a pioneering forefront.
We received excellent feedback from various Ministers who visited us, including Honorable Matteo Salvini, Carlo Calenda, Francesco Lollobrigida, Giuseppe Valditara, and ANCI President Antonio Decaro.