What Securewest does

Securewest International is a Plymouth, UK-headquartered specialist risk management consultancy founded in 1987 by John Casson MBE, operating as a private limited company (registration number 04075026) under the related entity Casson International. The company delivers integrated risk management solutions across both land and maritime domains, serving corporations, NGOs, maritime operators (commercial, military, cruise, offshore, superyacht), oil & gas companies, educational institutions, aerospace and defence organisations, and travel management companies. Service lines include travel risk management, maritime security (piracy mitigation, ISPS compliance, ship hardening), 24/7 SSAS alert monitoring, in-country security, intelligence reporting, international medical assistance, and MCA-approved training, supported by a 24/7 Global Response Centre.

The company's core technology asset is SPHERE, a proprietary travel risk management platform launched in February 2020 that integrates live intelligence, real-time traveller tracking (passive, active, geofencing), mass communication, and SOS emergency signalling. SPHERE is delivered in partnership with Safeture (underlying SaaS technology) and Falck Global Assistance (medical sub-services) and is offered in three tiers: Compact for small organisations and single trips, Core for larger businesses requiring duty-of-care support, and Managed for end-to-end proactive travel risk management. A self-serve online training channel sells MCA-approved maritime and travel risk courses directly via PayPal and Stripe, with corporate clients invoiced separately.

Revenue is generated through recurring SPHERE subscriptions, ongoing maritime security service contracts, intelligence subscriptions (Daily Operations Reports, weekly maritime incident summaries, country risk assessments), and per-course training fees. Go-to-market combines enterprise field sales for SPHERE and maritime security contracts, a product-led free demo and 30-day free trial for SPHERE, a self-serve e-commerce channel for individual training, and a partner ecosystem covering maritime recruitment firms, training academies, medical providers, and the Safeture technology partnership. The company exhibits at industry events including the Business Travel Show and International Security Expo, and publishes thought-leadership content (risk maps, country assessments, weekly maritime summaries) as a top-of-funnel demand generation mechanism.

Name

Securewest

Legal name

Securewest International Limited

Website

https://securewest.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Securewest International is a Plymouth-based specialist risk management consultancy providing integrated travel risk management, maritime security, SSAS monitoring, intelligence services, and MCA-approved training to maritime operators, corporates, education institutions, oil and gas, and NGOs across global markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Security and Risk Management Services

NAICS

Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro primary industry

Security Services for Travelers (Executive Protection, Secure Transport) (THACAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Secure Transportation & Protective Driving (Armored / Convoy) (BPAKABAH)

Keywords

• Travel risk management
• Maritime security services
• SSAS monitoring
• Security training
• Risk intelligence

Headquarters

HQ city

Plymouth

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Travel Risk Management Services: Comprehensive travel risk and security solutions for organisations with global personnel, ranging from one-off trips to fully outsourced services. Includes intelligence reports, traveller tracking, global alerts, and 24/7 emergency response. Revenue is generated through service contracts and per-trip or subscription-based arrangements.
2. Maritime Security Services: Maritime security solutions for commercial, military, cruise, and offshore sectors, including SSAS monitoring, ISPS compliance, ship hardening, annual maritime security exercises, and superyacht risk management. Provided as ongoing service contracts.
3. Online Training Courses: MCA-approved maritime and travel risk training courses sold directly via securewest.com. Individual course fees are payable online via PayPal or Stripe at time of booking; corporate clients are invoiced separately. Revenue is one-time per course enrollment.
4. Intelligence Services: Risk intelligence reports including Daily Operations Reports for maritime regions, country risk assessments, threat and risk assessments, and weekly maritime incident summaries. These are sold as standalone products or bundled with broader service packages.
5. SPHERE Platform Subscriptions: SaaS-style subscription access to the SPHERE travel risk management platform across three tiers (Compact, Core, Managed), with medical and security sub-services provided by Falck Global Assistance. The platform generates recurring subscription revenue from organisations of all sizes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Securewest is a specialist global risk management consultancy delivering integrated land and maritime security services to organisations with global personnel and operations. Core offerings include the SPHERE travel risk management platform (combining live intelligence, traveller tracking, and mass communication), maritime security solutions (SSAS monitoring, ISPS compliance, ship hardening, superyacht risk management), a 24/7 Global Response Centre, intelligence reporting, and MCA-approved training courses.

Product overview

Securewest offers a platform-plus-modules architecture centred on the SPHERE travel risk management platform, which provides live intelligence, travel tracking, and mass communication capabilities. SPHERE is available in three tiers: Compact (for smaller organisations), Core (for larger businesses), and Managed (end-to-end proactive services). The platform integrates with Safeture technology and is delivered alongside Falck Global Assistance for medical support. Beyond SPHERE, the portfolio includes maritime security services (covering commercial, military, cruise, and offshore sectors), SSAS alert management, a 24/7 Global Response Centre, travel risk intelligence, international medical assistance, and online training courses approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). Additional services encompass ISPS compliance, superyacht risk management, police support, and travel security advisory services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SPHERE: Advanced travel risk management platform combining live intelligence, travel tracking, and mass communication for traveller safety.
• Casson International

Products and services

• SPHERE Travel Risk Management Platform An advanced integrated travel risk management platform combining live intelligence, real-time traveller tracking, and mass communication. Supports itinerary management, check-in functions, Monitor Me bread-crumb tracking, active tracking for elevated-risk regions, geofencing with virtual boundary alerts, and SOS emergency signalling. Available in Compact, Core, and Managed service tiers.
• Maritime Security Maritime security solutions for commercial, military, cruise, and offshore sectors to mitigate risks to people, property, and reputation from piracy and maritime crime. Includes SSAS monitoring, ISPS compliance, ship hardening, annual maritime security exercises, and superyacht risk management.
• SSAS Alert Management 24/7/365 monitoring and management of Ship Security Alert System (SSAS) alert systems for vessel operators, including regular testing and robust procedures to notify company staff, flag state authorities, and other relevant parties ashore.
• Global Response Centre A 24/7/365 manned Global Response Centre staffed by experienced risk management professionals providing real-time support, emergency response, and incident coordination worldwide.
• Travel Risk Intelligence Intelligence services providing Daily Operations Reports, assessed risk levels, and detailed maritime security incident reporting for specific regions including Southern Red Sea, Bab al Mandeb, and Gulf of Aden.
• International Medical Assistance Medical assistance services for travellers and maritime crews operating across sea and land domains, delivered in conjunction with partner Falck Global Assistance.
• Online Training Courses E-learning travel awareness courses and Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved training programmes (STCW security awareness) available online for individual and corporate purchasers, with payment via PayPal or Stripe.
• ISPS Compliance and Ship Hardening Services to assist vessels with International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code compliance and ship hardening measures for enhanced maritime security.
• Superyacht Risk Management Specialised risk management services for superyacht owners and operators addressing maritime security needs, including crew medical support via MSOS partnership.
• Intelligence Services Comprehensive intelligence services including threat analysis, risk assessments, country risk assessments, and regional security reporting delivered as standalone products or bundled with broader service packages.
• Travel Security Advisory and Planning Expert advisory services for travel security planning, risk mitigation measures, and duty-of-care compliance for organisations with travelling personnel.

Quantifiable outcome

• A globally recognised shipping company suspended transits through the Red Sea based on intelligence reports provided by Securewest, enabling informed decision-making amid Houthi attacks.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Coventry UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Securewest International strengthened its long-term partnership with Coventry University following a competitive tender process, providing comprehensive travel risk management services for the university's international staff and student travel programmes.
• SafeturecoreTechnology or Integration · 17 February 2020Securewest partnered with Safeture to deliver SPHERE — a comprehensive travel risk management SaaS platform. Safeture provides the underlying technology (world-renowned safety app and real-time risk information platform), while Securewest delivers 24/7 response and travel risk management expertise. Falck Global Assistance provides medical sub-services. The partnership combines 150+ years of combined experience.
• MSOS (Medical Support Offshore)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMSOS specialises in maritime medical support, providing tailored medical services to the superyacht industry. Their expertise ensures vessels are equipped and prepared to handle medical emergencies at sea, aligning with Securewest International's commitment to maritime safety and risk management.
• Med Con TeamcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOperating across both sea and land domains, Med Con Team delivers high-quality medical solutions for travellers and maritime crews. The partnership enables Securewest to offer comprehensive risk management services combining medical expertise with its global security network.
• Spinnaker GlobalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA leading recruitment specialist in the maritime sector, Spinnaker Global collaborates with Securewest by promoting maritime training courses and partnering at key industry events. Together they support maritime professionals in advancing their careers and skills.
• 32 Points ManningcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFocused exclusively on maritime recruitment, 32 Points Manning works closely with Securewest, endorsing training programmes and fostering career development for seafarers. Joint efforts strengthen the maritime workforce through high-quality training and recruitment solutions.
• Maritime Training Academy (MTA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThrough the partnership, Securewest offers clients exclusive discounts on MTA courses. This collaboration ensures maritime professionals have access to accredited training, enhancing qualifications and industry knowledge.
• Seaman SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSeaman Solutions supports maritime professionals with seafarer certifications, flag-state documentation, and STCW training. Their expertise in compliance, endorsements, and seaman book processing complements Securewest's training and risk management services.
• Casson InternationalcoreOthersCasson International is the parent company and registered entity of Securewest International. Founded by John Casson MBE in 2000, it shares the same Plymouth headquarters as Securewest and is referenced in company registration documents.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• International SOS: Global leader in travel risk management, medical assistance, and security services for multinational corporations. Direct functional overlap with Securewest's travel risk and medical assistance offering, but at vastly greater scale with thousands of employees worldwide.
• Control Risks: Specialist risk consultancy delivering political, security, and integrity risk services to global enterprises. Highly comparable to Securewest's intelligence, advisory, and travel risk capabilities, with a much broader international footprint.
• Crisis24 (GardaWorld): Integrated risk management firm offering travel risk, security, medical, and crisis response services. Overlaps directly with Securewest's SPHERE-like tracking, intelligence, and 24/7 response capabilities.

Direct peers

• Healix International: Provider of international medical, security, and travel risk management services with a 24/7 assistance centre and dedicated traveller platform. Closely comparable mid-sized peer to Securewest across corporate travel risk and medical assistance.
• Safeture: Swedish SaaS provider of a travel risk management platform, directly powering Securewest's SPHERE offering. Compares as both technology partner and direct competitor in the same software-led travel risk segment.
• Drum Cussac: International risk and security consultancy delivering travel risk, maritime security, and intelligence services. Closely comparable peer to Securewest across maritime and corporate risk services, with a similar boutique profile.
• Solace Global: Travel risk management and security services firm providing tracking, intelligence, and response to corporate and maritime clients. Similar size and service mix to Securewest, with comparable maritime security expertise.

Emerging players

• Riskline: Travel risk intelligence and alerts provider supplying country risk data and incident monitoring. Comparable to Securewest's intelligence product line but focused primarily on data/intel rather than full-service response.
• Anvil Group: Travel risk management and crisis response provider for corporate and NGO clients. Overlaps with Securewest's duty-of-care offering, particularly for organisations with travelling personnel in emerging markets.
• S-RM: Global intelligence and cyber consultancy with a security services practice serving corporate clients. Comparable to Securewest in intelligence-led advisory and security services, though with a stronger cyber focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Securewest_Int

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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