Wireless CCTV (WCCTV) is the market-leading manufacturer and supplier of rapid deployment CCTV systems that are specifically designed for temporary security or targeted surveillance applications.
Since its inception, WCCTV has specialised in systems designed to transmit live and recorded video images over various wireless networks. These systems are ideal for rapid deployment in critical infrastructure, construction, local government, police forces, retail, and rail industries. Headquartered in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, WCCTV operates multiple offices across the UK and the USA, employing over 230 people.
A £30m investment for a minority stake
In March 2021, LDC invested £30million for a minority stake in the business. The partnership with LDC is accelerating WCCTV’s ambitious domestic and international expansion plans and supporting the launch and innovation of new products and services.
LDC is backing the incumbent management team, led by Chairman and Founder Tim Williams and CEO David Gilbertson. Under Tim and David’s leadership, WCCTV has successfully established a footprint in the US, opening its office in Texas in 2015, and invested significantly in new product development that has helped the business achieve its market leading position.
Lucy Bolton joined WCCTV as CFO in August 2024.
With LDC’s backing we have an opportunity to scale at pace, further enhance our product range and extend our footprint both in the UK and overseas.”
Recognition for ESG
In 2024, WCCTV was recognised for its exceptional performance in ESG, diversity and innovation as part of the BVCA Vision Awards.
The management team was praised for making commitment to ESG principles a cornerstone of the business’ operational strategy. This includes implementing numerous environmental practices, such as the internationally recognised ISO14001 standard for Environmental Management Systems, as well as solar-powered surveillance towers with carbon-friendly methanol fuel cell backup, and switching to hybrid and electric vehicles.
The team was also commended for actively promoting diversity, both by increasing its female workforce from 18% to 28%, and the percentage of employees of different ethnicities from 11% to 34% over the past three years.
Successful growth
For the year to July 2024, WCCTV reported revenues up 21% to £38.5m and EBITDA grew 25% to £12.5m. It has experienced strong growth in Houston, Austin, and California and it continues to focus on growing its US presence.
In January 2025, WCCTV was named in The Sunday Times 100 Tech, a ranking of Britain’s fastest-growing private technology companies.
In April 2025, WCCTV was named in the GM Rising Stars of Business 2025, a list of 200 companies across the Greater Manchester region recognised for their achievements and growth in tech innovation.
Awards
GM Rising Stars of Business
2025
Ranked 48 in the ST100 Tech list
The Sunday Times 100 (Technology) 2025
Exceptional performance in ESG, diversity and innovation
BVCA Vision Awards 2024
Northern Tech Awards Top 100
2023
100 fastest-growing technology companies in the North of England and Scotland (No. 73)
Northern Tech Awards 2022
Ones to Watch (Winner)
BDO Profit Track 100