Vingcard, an Assa Abloy company, expands with Assa Abloy's acquisition of GESI Hospitality, a New York-based security system company. Other terms and conditions were not disclosed.
GESI has more than 30 years of experience supporting hospitality properties throughout the New York metropolitan area. The company has established relationships with local hotel owners, operators and developers, along with deep expertise in installing and customizing access control systems and related hardware to meet the specific requirements of the market.
“New York is a market where local expertise and strong relationships are essential to delivering successful outcomes,” said Li Wang, senior vice president and head of hospitality at Vingcard. “GESI has built a trusted reputation over decades by working closely with hotel owners and understanding the nuances of this unique market environment. By adding their team to Vingcard’s, we are strengthening our ability to support the region’s customers with both advanced technology and with the localized expertise required to implement it effectively.”
New York represents a uniquely complex operating environment for hospitality businesses, where local regulations and property-specific customization needs often require a strong and experienced on-the-ground presence. By integrating GESI’s established team and capabilities, Vingcard is now positioned to provide direct support to customers in the region that aligns with local requirements and priorities, from initial deployment through to ongoing service and maintenance.
GESI’s technical capabilities include system installation, retrofit support and customization of access-related solutions such as door locks, mobile keys, and electronic safes. Its experienced installation team also provides flexibility to support projects both within New York City and in surrounding areas, helping to ensure consistent service delivery across a broader geographic area.
“This acquisition reflects more than expanding our footprint and is about strengthening the quality of service that we aim to deliver to our customers in every region that we serve,” said Stephanie Ordan, EVP and head of Assa Abloy Global Solutions. “By combining Vingcard’s technology portfolio with GESI’s local service expertise, we can provide a reliable experience for our customers."
GESI’s services will be offered alongside Vingcard’s existing solution portfolio, further strengthening the company’s ability to deliver scalable, high-performance technologies tailored to the needs of individual properties and markets.
“GESI has always been focused on providing hands-on support and tailored solutions for our customers,” said Maria Dakas, principal, operations, at GESI. “Joining Vingcard allows us to build on that foundation by pairing our local knowledge with a broader portfolio of technologies, giving our customers access to more solutions while maintaining the level of service they expect from our team.”