PLP ANNOUNCED AS EXCEL LONDON’S OFFICIAL FIRE DETECTION SUPPLIER

PLP, specialists in the design, installation and maintenance of fire detection systems, has today become an Official Supplier of Excel London.

Formed in 2011 by co-founders Paul Bennett and Rob Beeching and recently acquired by the Obsequio Group, PLP is one of the UK’s leading fire prevention companies with a dedicated team providing 24/7 coverage, 365 days a year.

PLP first began working with Excel in 2013 and later supporting with the venue’s state-of-the-art 25,000sqm expansion, including the installation and maintenance of all fire safety systems and equipment.

Now the Kent-based organisation will continue their role for the entirety of the 125,000sqm venue, working alongside Excel’s established Fire Team to help ensure the safety and security of every one of its four million annual visitors.

The high-tech detection system currently features more than 7,000 field devices, more than 100 VESDA (Very Early Smoke Detector Apparatus) systems and more than 55km of special fire alarm cabling.

James Mark, Chief Operations Officer at Excel, said: “The safety, security and wellbeing of all our visitors will always be our number one priority, so we’re delighted to formally welcome PLP to the Excel family and to have their support with this. Their 22-strong team boasts a wealth of experience and we’re looking forward to working together to continue to drive forward industry standards.”

Rob Beeching, Managing Director of PLP, added: “We’re extremely proud to become an Official Supplier of Excel London. Maintaining the fire and life safety systems across a venue of this size and complexity is a huge responsibility and one our team takes very seriously. It’s a great achievement for everyone at PLP and a reflection of the hard work, knowledge and commitment of our team. We’re excited to play our part in supporting Excel in protecting the millions of visitors who come through its doors each year."

PLP is one of a number of new suppliers and partners Excel has collaborated with recently as part of its multi-million-pound investment programme to enhance its overall visitor experience – all connected to its overall mission to become the best event destination in the world.