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Bodyguard Series

The BBC Series Bodyguard

6 Nov 2018 | Close Protection

The series Bodyguard was a major sucess of the BBC that had viewers gripped from start to finish, but, what did the police and industry insiders think of the series?.

Hiring Private Security in New York

Hiring Private Security in New York

16 Oct 2018 | Close Protection

Hiring private security in New York can be a daunting affair if you have never done it before. What can you expect from a bodyguard service in New York? Should you have an unarmed or armed bodyguard? Is New York safe?

BBC Radio interview on the BBC series Bodyguard

BBC Radio interview on the BBC series Bodyguard

24 Sept 2018 | Close Protection

Intelligent Protection International Limited's CEO Alex Bomberg talks with BBC Radio Gloucestershire's Anna King about the BBC series Bodyguard, what it takes to be a bodyguard in the UK, what skills and traits clients look for in a personal bodyguard.

Our new office in New York

Our New York Office

1 May 2018 | Close Protection

Intelligent Protection International Limited is pleased to announce the opening of its first office in the USA and its further expansion plans for the next 18 months in the Americas. Alex Bomberg, Group CEO explains how this is the next logical step for the firm.

The Surge of Female Bodyguards

The Surge of Female Bodyguards

9 April 2018 | Close Protection

The number of female Bodyguards working within the Executive Protection industry is maybe less than 10% although these numbers are thought to have risen in recent years. What role do females play in Executive Protection? Virgine Roux looks at operational deployment and skills.

The Bodyguard Film – fact from fiction

The Bodyguard Film – fact from fiction

7 February 2018 | Close Protection

Discuss the Close Protection industry and people start thinking 'The Bodyguard'... Alex Bomberg takes a look at the iconic 1990's film, 'The Bodyguard' and seperates fact from fiction, dissecting the films three major storylines.

A Guide to Etiquette for Bodyguards

‘Adab’ - A Guide to Etiquette for Bodyguards

1 February 2018 | Close Protection

In this article, Alex Bomberg looks at ‘Adab’, prescribed Islamic etiquette, how that fits well with Executive Protection, how it may be applied and simple tips on etiquette for Bodyguards.

Hiring a Bodyguard in France

Hiring a Bodyguard in France

18 January 2018 | Close Protection

Virginie Roux writes about hiring a Bodyguard in France, what you need to know and more importantly what you legal obligations are under French laws.

Armed Security Services in France

Armed Security Services in France

2 January 2018 | Close Protection

Article by Virginie Roux on the new laws in France relating to the use of firearms for Executive Protection and how this law is applied by CNAPS certified firms in France.

Royal Bodyguards

Royal Bodyguards

30 December 2017 | Close Protection

Intelligent Protection International Limited has been providing Royalty Protection for a number of years. What does Royalty Protection involve and how does it differ from Executive Protection?

Protecting stars and billionaires

3 Celebrity Bodyguards explain what it takes to protect Stars and Billionaires

27 August 2017 | Close Protection

An interview with Intelligent Protection International Limited team members and CEO on protecting Royal families, UHNWI's and clients around the globe.

Intelligent Protection Interational opens new Paris Offices

Intelligent Protection Interational Opens New Paris Offices

20 May 2017 | Close Protection

George Foster, Group Managing Director discusses our new office in Paris, being the only UK firm with CNAPS certification for Close Protection Services and the future of armed bodyguards in France.

bodyguards for china

Executive Protection Across Asia

23 April 2017 | Close Protection

Working across Asia as an Executive Bodyguard is not at times easy, here Sat Rayit, Intelligent Protection International Limited's Protective Services Manager (Asia) talks about some of the operational concerns.

Kim Kardashian robbery in Paris

BBC Radio 4 Interview on the Kim Kardashian Robbery in Paris

10 October 2016 | Close Protection

BBC Radio 4 interview with Alex Bomberg, Group CEO in relation to the Kim Kardashian robbery in Paris and the Close Protection failings.
Did Social Media usage play a big part in robbery? Was security adequate for a person of such wealth?

How to hire a Bodyguard

How to Hire a Bodyguard

January 2015 | Close Protection

Hiring a Bodyguard can be a daunting task if you have never done it before. Even if you have hired private security many times, it can still be full of pit falls.
Our guide on "How to hire a Bodyguard" discussed the different types of Close Protection, what questions to ask and what to expect.

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Intelligent (UK Holdings) Limited Group of companies is involved in many different areas of security, from the manufacture of body armour and military equipment, to close protection, counter intelligence and training. This blog covers much of our work, includes useful insight, articles and ideas.

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