The British Security Industry Association has appointed a Project Director to focus the work of the Association for the 2012 Olympic Games. David Evans, former managing director of Legion Group, has been appointed to the position.

Chief executive David Dickinson said: "The 2012 Olympics will provide significant opportunities for UK business, particularly the security industry. The appointment of a Project Director is an exciting step forward to ensure that BSIA members can make the most of this event.

"The task of the Project Director will be to foster an environment whereby BSIA members are recognised as the leading resource for private security services in the UK. I am confident that David Evans' breadth of knowledge and deep experience within our industry will help us to achieve these aims."