Intelligence Services
What Are Intelligence Services?
Secure operation nowadays requires more than intuition. It requires access to intelligence that is accurate, timely, and relevant. Securewest International provides tailored insights to meet the needs of organisations at sea, ashore, and on the move. By allowing decision-makers to foresee threats in advance, we reduce the risk to vessels, crews, personnel, and fixed assets.
Our intelligence is not a generic feed of information. Each report is contextualised, drawing upon numerous credible sources in order for clients to form a definitive image of the threats most applicable to their enterprise. The value of tailored intelligence is that it operates to transform a complex global threat landscape into an understandable and manageable snapshot, giving executives the clarity required to make decisions confidently. This manifests in practice in senior management teams being capable of resource allocation effectively, reassuring staff, and meeting regulatory requirements in a timely manner.
Maritime Intelligence Services
Global shipping routes and ports continue to be exposed to piracy, armed robbery, smuggling, and terrorism. Securewest offers maritime intelligence services so that ship operators, offshore companies, and superyacht owners have a clear understanding of what they are sailing into.
Our detailed maritime threat analysis examines intended routes, identifying the risks in high-threat areas like the Gulf of Aden, the Indian Ocean, and the Gulf of Guinea. For port use, our port threat assessment identifies localised threats so crews can plan with confidence. From insurgent activity near coastlines, cargo theft, or corruption in port facilities, Securewest provides visibility where it is most required.
Securewest maritime security intelligence combines satellite feeds, AIS tracking, and on-the-ground monitoring with the analysis of seasoned professionals. The blend ensures that customers receive distilled, actionable intelligence upon which to make the safest decisions. Our analysts do more than report, they provide pragmatic guidance in line with international legislation and best practice.
We understand that every ship and every voyage is unique. Our analysts, therefore, craft each intelligence product to vessel size, cargo, and area of operation. In this way, we create intelligence that responds to the challenges your organisation particularly faces, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Land-Based Threat Assessments
Threats extend beyond the open ocean. Ashore, organisations require knowledge of political climates, cultural sensitivities, and security conditions. Securewest delivers country security risk assessments and political risk assessments to guide safe and secure operations.
These reports go behind the headlines to supply details on local laws, economic pressures, and cultural sensitivities that may affect operations. They allow organisations to anticipate unrest, to understand how foreigners are received by locals, and to plan logistics with the full knowledge of any challenges.
Examples might include understanding the impact of elections on port activity, the impact of strikes on supply chains, or how social tensions impact the daily commute. By integrating these facts, organisations can make realistic adjustments that keep people safe and projects on track.
Whether managing offices, housing crews, or dominating supply chains, these reports clarify. They are also part of our extended Travel Risk Management programmes, ensuring continuity between fixed sites and moving travellers.
Travel Risk Intelligence Services
Preparedness is paramount for organisations whose staff travel frequently. Securewest provides travel risk intelligence services to assist in keeping employees secure and organisations compliant with duty of care stipulations.
Pre-departure briefings, country reports, and real-time alerts equip travellers before departure and support them while abroad. Our travel security intelligence detects threats early, enabling organisations to adjust plans and protect their staff. Not only does this keep individuals safe, but it also reduces the risk to business continuity.
We also provide ongoing monitoring of global events, including natural disasters, civil unrest, and health emergencies. Through accurate, filtered alerts, organisations can reassure employees that they are being looked after and initiate timely modifications to travel plans where necessary.
A client intending to expand into emerging markets, for example, might use our travel risk intelligence to discover healthcare infrastructure, in-country security protocols, and access to emergency assistance before sending teams abroad. This way, operations are not only safe, but sustainable.
Why Intelligence Matters
Threats evolve quickly. Without intelligence, organisations are more likely to be caught off guard. With it, they enjoy:
- Fewer unplanned disruptions.
- Greater compliance with international standards.
- Safer crews, staff, and assets.
- Continuity in challenging environments.
- Greater trust from employees, clients, and stakeholders.
Good intelligence turns uncertainty into informed decision-making. In challenging environments such as shipping or international travel, the ability to anticipate problems before they become serious issues can be the difference between a safe operation and a costly incident. It also introduces resilience into daily planning, so that organisations recover more quickly when things do go wrong.
Why Choose Securewest for Risk Intelligence
Securewest has over thirty years’ operational experience and is a long-standing, trusted provider of both maritime and travel risk solutions. Our analysts blend leading-edge risk intelligence software with real-world experience, delivering insight that our clients can act upon with confidence.
Unlike standardised reports, Securewest analysis is tailored to specific routes, regions, and organisational needs. Our practice allows clients to act on information that is relevant to their exact situation, instead of a general overview. This customisation follows the understanding that every organisation has its own unique vulnerabilities and priorities.
We also maintain close connections with international maritime bodies, insurers, and security agencies, so that our intelligence not only follows global benchmarks but also ground realities. This enables your organisation to demonstrate compliance while remaining flexible and responsive to developing threats.
Stay Ahead of Evolving Threats
Security circumstances evolve by the day, ranging from piracy hotspots to sudden political unrest. With the combination of maritime security intelligence, on-the-ground analysis, and travel risk intelligence, Securewest allows clients to anticipate challenges before they escalate.
This forward-leaning position translates into fewer surprises, greater resilience, and better safeguarding of people and assets worldwide. The assurance of a reliable intelligence partner enables firms to expand into new markets, engage aggressively in high-risk areas, and fulfill their strategic initiatives without compromise to safety.
Our intelligence services are also flexible to expand as your business does. Whether you are a smaller organisation expanding into new regions or a multinational business with a global workforce, Securewest can provide the level of detail and support required.
Request a Bespoke Threat Assessment
Every organisation faces specific risks. Securewest International provides bespoke assessments that fit your exact circumstances, whether you require a maritime threat assessment, port report, or detailed analysis of a particular region.
Our specialists are available to guide you through the process, from consultation to the delivery of actionable recommendations. The result is intelligence that underpins operational planning, crisis management, and long-term resilience.
Contact Securewest International today to arrange your bespoke intelligence report and take the initial step towards safeguarding your reputation, assets, and personnel.
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Case study
Chemical Tanker Maritime Security Solution
The world’s largest chemical tanker operating in the Gulf of Guinea contacted Securewest to provide maritime security. Our client was looking for a credible deterrent to piracy attacks both on approach and departure from Lagos, Nigeria, with personnel and equipment that met global maritime standards.
Upcoming Events
2025 Spinnaker Maritime People & Culture Conference
14 & 15 MAY, 2025
Securewest International is proud to be attending the Maritime People & Culture Conference 2025, a key event for maritime HR and crewing professionals. Our Head of Operations, Connor Hunter, will be representing Securewest as part of the expert speaker line-up.
Seawork 2025: The European Commercial Marine & Workboat Exhibition
10 – 12 JUNE, 2025
Securewest International will be participating in Seawork 2025, Europe’s leading commercial marine and workboat exhibition. The event brings together key players from across the maritime industry for three days of networking, innovation, and insight.