MONTREAL, CANADA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- February 05, 2007 -- Garda World Security Corporation (TSX: GW), one of the most trusted consulting, investigation and security firms in the world, announced today that it has acquired GSS Global, an international investigation and security company. Headquartered in London, GSS Global is a boutique security services provider managed by specialists drawn from the worldwide intelligence community, the law enforcement, the military and the legal communities. The company provides a comprehensive array of consulting and investigation services including due diligence, crisis and risk management, employee screenings and polygraph examinations. The firm also provides aviation security, banking safeguards, and executive protection services. Its clientele includes Fortune 500 corporations, national, regional and local governments, as well as high net worth individuals. GSS Global's London office and personnel will be combined with Garda's UK operations, which already provide a full range of consulting, investigation and security services for corporate and government entities throughout Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa. The combined units will operate under the name GARDAWORLD (GW). "By joining an outstanding company like Garda, GSS Global can continue to expand its services geographically for our clients," says Nigel Brown, President and CEO of GSS Global, who will be taking on the role of Senior Managing Director of GARDAWORLD's Consulting and Investigation unit in Europe. "When seeking a strategic partner for the firm, we were attracted to Garda for several reasons. Garda's founder, Stephan Cretier, shares our strong philosophy of superior client service and brings a fresh approach to security services. Garda has also demonstrated its ability to grow effectively with the addition of Vance International and KSI to its GARDAWORLD consulting, investigation and global risk unit. Our combined UK operations will provide our international clients with the scope and scale they require." "The addition of GSS Global enables Garda to continue its strong international expansion from its London based office," says Stephan Cretier, President and CEO of Garda. "GSS Global has established itself as an exceptional player in fast growing sectors such as aviation, pharmaceutical, real estate, eco-terrorism and high technology in emerging markets. Our clients require a comprehensive strategic approach to security throughout the world and GSS Global greatly enhances our capabilities in that regard." "GSS Global will significantly expand GARDAWORLD's consulting and investigation practice," adds LeMarque Sheppard, President of Vance International. "Nigel's team is first-rate and we look forward to leveraging their skills in solving a wide array of issues and challenges that our clients face." In relation with this transaction, Garda will pay a cash amount and will issue 125,590 class A shares of its capital to the seller at a price of $23.40 per issued share. About Garda Garda is well known for addressing complex security and investigations issues. As a well-established leading provider in consulting, investigation and security services, Garda is recognized as one of the fastest growing companies with offices across Canada and the United States, Mexico, Europe and the Middle East. With a team of over 21,000 employees, Garda offers integrated solutions in consulting and investigations, physical security, pre-employment screening and cash handling. Its team includes specialists and some of the most highly qualified and best-trained professionals in the industry. For more information, visit: http://www.gardaglobal.com FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION -- This press release contains forward-looking statements reflecting Garda objectives, estimates, expectations and the impact of acquisitions on Garda's financial performance. These statements are identified by the use of verbs such as "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", and "expect" as well as by the use of future or conditional tenses. By their very nature, these types of statements involve risks and uncertainty. Consequently, reality may differ materially from Garda's projections or expectations. Contacts: Garda World Security Corporation Nathalie de Champlain Vice President, Communications Office: 514-281-2811 x 2800 or (800) 859-1599 x 2800 Cell. : 514-830-2800 [email protected] Morin Public Relations (Canadian Contact) Laird Greenshields Office: 514-289-8688 x 221 877-289-7007 Cell: 514-712-3252 [email protected] U.S./European Contact Joe Gavaghan Davies Murphy Group Office: 781-418-2419 Cell: 617-283-4936 [email protected]