BC Partners-backed GardaWorld, a Canadian private security firm, completed the acquisition of WorldAware, a security risk management firm based in the United States, from LLR Partners, a lower middle-market private equity firm committed to creating long-term value by growing portfolio companies. Financial terms were not disclosed. "The competitive landscape has seen radical shifts and an integrated approach to managing risk, coupled with the right mix of capabilities, has never been more important. GardaWorld continues to lead in establishing this new paradigm to the benefit of our clients around the world," Stephan Crétier, GardaWorld Founder, President and CEO.