Saudi Arabia Security Services
Secure Transportation and Executive Protection in Saudi Arabia
ETS Risk Management provides secure transportation, executive protection and associated security services to a range of clients traveling in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We have a well-established local team of security professionals, including experienced security drivers and highly trained Executive and Dignitary Protection specialists. With an extensive range of non-armoured luxury SUVs and cutting-edge technology, ETS offers tailored secure transportation services that can be trusted in any situation. All of our team are qualified, vetted and with extensive experience working within the Saudi Arabian security industry.
ETS Risk Management has been providing executive protection and secure transportation services in Saudi Arabia to business travelers, Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs), VIPs and celebrities for over 10 years. We provide travel risk management solutions to a range of clients traveling to meetings and corporate events, airport transfers, special event security and executive protection.
Saudi Arabia Secure Airport Transfers
The Secure Transportation and executive protection services, offered by ETS Risk Management in Saudi Arabia, stand as an industry leading solution in today’s unpredictable world.
We can support all airport transfers with a wide selection of high end non-armored vehicles, highly trained security drivers and bilingual executive protection officers. Our security teams can provide a low-profile meet and greet service at the airport and hotel and ensure safe onward transit. The vast majority of our clients utilize our secure transportation services for the duration of their visit, to facilitate safe and secure transport as required.
We always remain flexible to our clients’ requirements and will adapt to facilitate all requests, where possible. Our main areas of operation include Riyadh and Jeddah but we have the capability to branch out to more remote regions, including Mecca and Dammam.
Secure airport transfers and security transportation in Saudi Arabia can be easily and securely booked online. Please visit ExecSecure® or alternatively, if you would prefer to speak to one of our team, please contact us.
ETS Special Event Security, Secure Transport and VIP Protection in Saudi Arabia
ETS Risk Management leverages extensive experience in secure transportation and executive protection to provide a range of protective services throughout the region. We have been extremely active in Saudi Arabia, supporting the movements of many high-profile clients, including Fortune 10, 50, 100 and 500 companies. To facilitate our clients in country, we have provided multiple secure airport transfers for large groups of business and executive travelers, also supporting their onward transit to and from corporate meetings and events. Our team have provided around-the-clock English speaking close protection officers for all VIP movements throughout the region and Special Event Securityto a number of high profile productions.
On top of these regular operations, we also had the pleasure of supporting the security and logistics of an independent filming expedition in the region. This involved ensuring the safety and security of both the celebrity production team and the accompanying film crew and equipment.
Saudi Arabia Security Overview
Saudi Arabia is a regional powerhouse with immense economic, political, and religious influence. It plays a pivotal role in global energy markets as one of the world’s largest oil producers. The country also holds considerable importance for Muslims due to the presence of Islam’s two holiest cities, Mecca and Medina. Significant reforms have occurred under the Vision 2030 plan, but regional tensions, internal challenges, and significant security concerns warrant careful consideration for travelers and businesses.
The region is considered a moderate to high threat location for terrorism with terrorist groups such as ISIS and al-Qaeda active within the region. Saudi Arabia’s strategic location, its role as a key player in the Middle East, and its position as the birthplace of Islam make it a symbolic and operational target for various extremist groups. High-profile public spaces, including public transport hubs and shopping complexes, military sites, and Western interests all have the potential to be targeted.
The ongoing tensions with Iran and the proxy conflicts in neighboring countries like Yemen add a layer of complexity to the security environment. Cross-border incidents, particularly from Houthi rebel forces, including missile and drone attacks, have targeted southern Saudi Arabia. While these attacks rarely impact major cities like Riyadh or Jeddah, they pose a threat in border regions.
Transport
Travel by road is medium risk. Speeding is common, and while authorities have implemented speed cameras, accidents due to reckless driving remain frequent. While major highways between cities are generally well-maintained, certain areas, particularly near the Yemeni border, pose increased security risks. Saudi Arabia has a relatively high rate of road traffic accidents. According to official statistics, road accidents are a leading cause of fatalities in the country. The government has worked to curb this with stricter regulations and enforcement, but the situation remains a significant concern for both locals and expatriates.
All clients utilizing ETS for secure tramsportation and Executive protection will have free access to the travel security training by ExploreSecure® eLearning
FAQ’s for Secure Travel to Saudi Arabia
Yes, but security is often required, and it is very important to manage and mitigate risk. Understanding the risk of different cities and locations in Saudi Arabia is vital and utilizing trusted secure transportation services to meet you at the airport on your arrival significantly reduces the risk of being targeted by criminals.
No, private security in Saudi Arabia cannot be armed. Â All executive protection is unarmed and therefore, as always, requires robust planning, preparation and close liaison with hosts and associated VIPs.
No, private security cannot use armored vehicles in Saudi Arabia.
Road traffic incidents are the biggest risk and danger to travelers in Saudi Arabia. Traffic accidents are common, and often result in serious injuries/fatalities. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Saudi Arabia continues to have one of the highest death rates in the world from traffic accidents.
Yes, Saudi Arabia is safe for female travelers but it is important to follow basic safety advice and cultural protocol, please read our article on Female travel safety in Saudi Arabia
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The ETS team push simplification and customer relationship management at every juncture. We have an impressive worldwide network of former colleagues and associates from the global security community. This has supported client operations since 2012 in over 80 countries and 102 cities.
