A black BPS Range Rover at the kerb outside a stone building with carved brackets and iron balconies, one man at its open door and another standing at the front of the car

Security Driving

Security driving from BPS comes as part of a close protection package. You are engaging close protection operatives who drive as part of their duty.

Driving as part of your close protection package

Where a client needs moving, the vehicle and driver form part of the close protection package. The driving is a byproduct of the deployment: the operative at the wheel is there to protect you, and is trained in convoy, evasive and defensive driving.

Our standards

Who you are trusting

  • Our operatives86.5%are former public service personnel, whether they be military, police or other public services.
  • Many fromTier 1 unitsand other specialist roles across the services.
  • Vetted toBS7858+Industry standard vetting plus more frequent DBS checks and social media reviews.
  • Every operativeSIA licensedFully insured and at the top of their game.

What security driving is

Secure, discreet, expertly driven

Our security drivers are former military and law enforcement professionals, the majority former advanced police drivers, many with backgrounds in armed response and surveillance. All are vetted to BS7858 and DBS checked.

Routes are planned and adjusted using live intelligence from our operations team, and every movement is carried out with discretion.

  • Two men in jackets walking beside the front of a black BPS Range Rover on a street of pale stone terraces with iron balconies
  • A black BPS Range Rover on the move along a street of brick mansion blocks, the background blurred by its speed
  • A man in a dark suit stepping out of the rear door of a black BPS Range Rover in front of a columned stone portico, a second black vehicle parked beyond it

What we provide

How BPS delivers security driving

Trained in house, in central London

Our drivers train in convoy, evasive and defensive driving in central London and across the UK, preparing them for urban and rural environments alike.

BPS operates in accordance with the Private Security Industry Act 2001, with enhanced insurances.

  • Convoy driving

    Coordination between multiple vehicles for high-profile or multi-vehicle movements.

  • Evasive driving

    Advanced techniques to counter potential threats, including attempted attacks or surveillance.

  • Defensive driving

    Reducing risk on every route while keeping the client comfortable and safe.

  • Our own vehicles

    An in-house fleet including Range Rovers and Mercedes Jet Class, with access to other vehicles and B6 armoured vehicles if required.

Client testimonials

In our clients' words

I use BPS regularly through our concierge for airport collections as part of a wider security posture and a route into London for leisure. I feel completely safe and looked after with BPS. The driver's discretion and awareness were outstanding, and they accommodate our changing schedule with ease and zero fuss. I would highly recommend BPS to anyone seeking reliable protection drivers.
Sheikh APrivate Client, Dubai, UAE

Frequently asked questions

Questions about security driving

If there is anything we have not covered, or you would like to talk about any part of security driving, simply contact us.

Ask us a question
  • What is security driving?

    A standard chauffeur focuses on a comfortable, punctual ride. A security driver is trained to handle risk, from route planning and convoy, evasive and defensive driving to detecting and mitigating threats. Security driving puts the client's safety first, combining advanced driving with security awareness.

  • Is security driving different to protection driving, close protection driving or security chauffeuring?

    They are different names for the same service. Different companies and countries use different terms, but all of them cover the same skills and training.

  • Can I book a security driver on their own?

    No. Security driving is provided as part of a close protection package, not as a standalone driver. Our protection drivers are experienced London drivers, and London is where most of our driving takes place.

  • What vehicles do you have?

    We have an in-house pool of Range Rovers and Mercedes Jet Class and V-Class vehicles, and a strategic partnership with an ex-forces run hire company through which we can source any other vehicle you choose.

  • How are your security drivers trained?

    Our drivers train in convoy, evasive and defensive driving in central London and across the UK, and routes are planned and adjusted using live intelligence from our operations team. We also run the convoy, evasive and defensive driving course for close protection operatives.

  • Do you provide security driving using multiple vehicles?

    Yes. We provide convoy and multi-vehicle security driving for clients who need additional security or who travel in larger groups, coordinating the vehicles to give cohesive, secure transport on any route, in any country.

Operations & training teams

Speak to us about security driving

Clients can reach our teams 24/7, 365 days a year, through our 24 hour operations phones. Every enquiry is handled with discretion. Alternatively, make a secure enquiry online.