The OSPAs

The Outstanding Security Performance Awards

Recognise and reward outstanding performance in the security sector

The Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) recognise and reward companies, people and innovation across the security sector. The OSPAs are designed to be both independent and inclusive, providing an opportunity for outstanding performers, whether buyers or suppliers, to be recognised and their success to be celebrated.

The criteria for these awards are based on extensive research on key factors that contribute to and characterise outstanding performance (Aspiring to Excellence – Perpetuity Research). The OSPAs have been set up in collaboration with security associations and groups across many countries.

The first OSPAs were held in Norway in 2015 and since then we have hosted events in other countries – and more are planned. To view the countries that currently have an OSPAs scheme, visit the global website.

Winners of the 2023 Benelux OSPAs Announced

Security professionals from across the Benelux region gathered on the 4 October at Leonardo Hotel in Breda for the revealing of the winners of the 2023 Benelux Outstanding Security Performance...

2023 Benelux OSPA Finalists Announced – Celebrating Excellence in Security for the Fourth Consecutive Year

We are delighted to unveil the esteemed finalists for the 2023 Benelux Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). This year marks the fourth installment of the OSPAs in the Benelux region. The...

Entries for the 2023 Benelux OSPAs now open!

The 2023 Benelux Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) are now open and are calling for your nominations.  The independent awards recognise and promote outstanding individuals, teams,...

Winners of the 2022 Benelux OSPAs Announced

Security professionals from across the Benelux region gathered on the 6 September at Ingenhousz in Breda for the revealing of the winners of the 2022 Outstanding Security Performance Awards. The...

Benelux security industry recognised for Outstanding Performance – 2022 Finalists Announced!

The scores are in, and the finalists have been selected for the third edition of the Benelux Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). The judging process is strict and robust and those who...

OSPAs Benelux Thought Leadership Summit and Awards

The Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) is pleased to be working in association SecuMedia BV to deliver the Benelux Thought Leadership Summit and OSPA Awards presentation on Tuesday 6...

Call for Nominations – Benelux Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs)

Benelux Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) to take place in September 2022 and the organisers are calling for nominations.  The independent awards recognise and promote outstanding...

Winners of the 2021 Benelux OSPAs announced

We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 Benelux Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) recognising security companies, people and technology who have made a significant...

The finalists of the 2021 Benelux Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) have been decided

The finalists of the second edition of the annual Benelux OSPAs, sponsored by Bavak Security Group have been revealed following a rigorous and robust judging process. The Benelux OSPAs are...

Entry deadline extended for 2021

Following a number of requests to extend the entry deadline, we are pleased to advise that the closing date to submit nominations for the Benelux OSPAs has been extended until 20 July...

Our Core Values

Independent

The OSPAs are independent. You don’t have to be a member of an association to be involved – anyone from the security sector can enter a category which is relevant to them. The only requirement is that you have shown outstanding performance in your field.

Credible

The criteria for each award category have been carefully considered and based on extensive research across different security sectors and by looking at how outstanding performance is recognised and judged in other fields. There is strict criteria for who is appointed as a judge and for ensuring that judging decisions are fair and impartial.  Representatives from each country will assess entries and make the final decisions on the winners.

Transparent

We want everyone to know the criteria for entering, how judges are selected and how the judging process works, so these details are published on the website.

Respectable

The OSPAs is a worldwide brand, generating honour and opportunities for our winners. Furthermore, winners will be widely recognised as driving outstanding performance across the sector.