What CRD Protection does

CRD Protection AB is a Swedish private security company founded in 2008 and headquartered in Umeå. It operates a dual product-and-services model focused on physical security and risk management for defense, police, government, and selected private-sector clients in the Nordics and select European markets. The services arm delivers background checks, whistleblower services, professional investigations, security management, legal advisory, and training, drawing on a team with backgrounds in law enforcement, customs criminal police, armed forces, and finance.

The product arm functions primarily as a specialized Nordic distributor and integrator for third-party OEMs. Its portfolio spans long-range acoustic communication systems (LRAD 450XL, 360XL-MID, 100X), mobile vehicle barriers (PITAGONE F18 and F24 sourced from Belgium), vehicle stopping nets (VSN, TACRION REINFORCED), spike mats and tire deflation systems (BARRACUDA, STOP STICK), collapsible container systems (CONTINEST CN10/CN20), and tactical accessories. Several products carry NATO stock numbers and MIL-STD-810G or ISO 9001/14001 certifications, with crash performance validated by FMV T&E MARK. CRD holds a registered patent on the CONTINEST folding container mechanism.

The business operates a sales-led, direct distribution model with quote-based pricing, multi-year contract cadence, and customer acquisition through the website, direct outreach, and defense-sector events such as Defence Expo Sweden 2026. Revenue is not publicly disclosed, headcount is reported at 1-10 employees, and the company has no disclosed external funding.

Name

CRD Protection

Legal name

CRD Protection AB

Website

https://crdprotection.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CRD Protection AB is a Umeå-based Swedish security firm distributing physical security products (LRAD, vehicle barriers, spike mats, NATO-listed containers) and providing investigations, background checks, and security management to defense, police, and government clients in the Nordics and selected European markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Umeå

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Security Products: Sale of physical security products including vehicle barriers, acoustic communication systems (LRAD), collapsible containers, spike mats, and tactical netting. Products are sold to defense organizations, police, and security agencies with quotes provided for each product.
2. Professional Security Services: Services include background checks (bakgrundskontroller), whistleblowing services (visselblåsartjänst), professional investigations (utredningar), security management (säkerhetsledning), legal advice for businesses, and training/education programs. These are likely delivered as project-based or retainer engagements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

CRD Protection sells physical security products—mobile modular vehicle barriers, long-range acoustic communication systems (LRAD), collapsible containers, vehicle stopping nets, and tactical spike mats—to defense, police, and government customers. The company complements these products with professional security services including background checks, whistleblowing case management, qualified investigations, security management consulting, legal advisory, and training.

Product overview

CRD Protection is a Swedish security company offering a portfolio of mobile modular vehicle barriers, voice and warning systems, mobile physical net systems, and modular container solutions. The product portfolio includes LRAD long-range acoustic communication systems (LRAD 450XL, LRAD 360XL-MID, LRAD 100X), vehicle stopping barriers and nets (PITAGONE F24, PITAGONE F18, VSN, TACRION REINFORCED, MOBILT FARTHINDER), spike mats (BARRACUDA, STOP STICK), and deployable container systems (CONTINEST CN10, CONTINEST CN20). These physical security solutions are complemented by security services including background checks, whistleblower services, investigations, security management, legal advice, and training.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LRAD 450XL High-performance long-range acoustic communication system delivering directed audio for deterrence and mass communication at distances up to 1,700 meters; MIL-STD-810G certified. For defense, police, and security organizations requiring clear communication in high-noise operational environments.
• LRAD 360XL-MID 360-degree PA system for permanent or mobile installation in critical infrastructure, industrial and urban environments with coverage up to 2.0 km². For critical infrastructure operators, defense, and security organizations.
• LRAD 100X Portable, self-contained long-range directed communication system for operational missions with battery-powered operation up to 8 hours. For defense and security field teams.
• MOBILT FARTHINDER (Mobile Speed Bump) Mobile speed bump for rapid deployment at temporary roadblocks, accident sites, or military checkpoints to quickly reduce vehicle speeds. For police, defense, and security units.
• PITAGONE F24 Vehicle Barrier Mobile and rapidly deployable vehicle barrier developed and manufactured in Belgium; documented crash performance where the vehicle engine is completely stopped upon impact and cannot be restarted. For defense, police, and security organizations.
• PITAGONE F18 Vehicle Barrier Multi-certified mobile vehicle barrier for critical infrastructure and community protection; proven in operational use by Swedish state actors and features wheels to allow passage of priority vehicles. For defense, police, and security organizations.
• VSN (Vehicle Stopping Net) Vehicle stopping net system designed to stop vehicles up to 2,000 kg at speeds over 70 km/h; compact, lightweight, with installation in approximately 10 minutes by 1-2 persons. Tested by FMV T&E MARK. For defense, police, and security organizations.
• TACRION REINFORCED Tactical Fence Modular tactical fence system with high force absorption designed for rapid deployment in tactical environments, absorbing high forces during vehicle attacks. For defense and security tactical teams.
• CONTINEST CN20 Collapsible Container Foldable 20-foot container for rapid establishment of temporary bases, workshops, accommodations, and warehouses in field environments; NATO-listed (NATO stock number 5410-51-000-9514). For defense, military, and security organizations.
• CONTINEST CN10 Collapsible Container Foldable 10-foot container solution for rapid establishment of temporary bases, control points, and logistics infrastructure in field operations; NATO-listed (NATO stock number 5410-51-000-9513) with ISO 9001/14001 and AQAP 2110 certifications. For defense and security field operations.
• BARRACUDA Spike Mat Compact and field-proven spike mat for controlled puncture at roadblocks and checkpoints; punctures even thick tires including reinforced and runflat tires. Used by US defense and police authorities and several European defense forces including Germany and France.
• STOP STICK Tire Deflation System Proven controlled tire deflation system with over 30,000 documented successful deployments; hollow Teflon-coated spikes function as valves releasing air in controlled manner, minimizing secondary damage risk. For police and security vehicle pursuit termination.
• TÄLTSKYLT FLEX Reflective Tent Sign Reflective tent sign with modular construction enabling quick message changes without replacing the entire sign; developed for Nordic weather conditions and military field environments. For defense, emergency response, and field operations.
• Professional Investigations Services Qualified investigations across fraud, corruption, workplace incidents, security-related events, and complex disputes; the team has conducted hundreds of investigations. For government agencies, defense organizations, and private businesses.
• Background Check Services (Bakgrundskontroller) Personnel background checks for vetting and due diligence, GDPR-compliant. For government agencies and private companies.
• Whistleblowing Services (Visselblåsartjänst) End-to-end whistleblowing services from secure reporting channel to investigation and legal support, compliant with Swedish whistleblower legislation (2021:890) and GDPR. For government agencies and private companies.
• Security Management Consulting (Säkerhetsledning) Security management advisory and leadership services, including legal advice for businesses. For government agencies and private companies.
• Security Training and Education Programs Training and education programs delivered as part of CRD Protection's service portfolio. For government agencies, defense organizations, and private companies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Transport cost reduction up to 80% with CONTINEST collapsible containers
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Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Pitagone (Belgium)coreTechnology or IntegrationCRD Protection serves as distributor for Pitagone vehicle barriers manufactured in Belgium. PITAGONE F24 is a mobile and rapidly deployable vehicle barrier combining flexibility with maximum stopping effect. Documented crash performance where vehicle engine is completely stopped upon impact.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• ATG Access: UK-based manufacturer of hostile vehicle mitigation barriers and bollards. Competes with PITAGONE-style products distributed by CRD, with similar crash-testing certifications and defense/police end users across Europe.
• Delta Scientific: US manufacturer of vehicle barriers, bollards, and crash-rated gates. Directly comparable in mobile and fixed vehicle barrier technology, with overlapping defense, government, and critical infrastructure customers.
• CONTINEST: Hungarian-based manufacturer of the patented foldable CONTINEST container system. CRD resells CONTINEST products into Nordic/defense channels, making CONTINEST both partner and the direct comparable in collapsible container logistics for military deployments.
• Pitagone: Belgian manufacturer of mobile vehicle barriers (PITAGONE F24/F18). CRD Protection distributes Pitagone products in the Nordics, making Pitagone both a supplier and the closest comparable in vehicle barrier technology, with overlapping end customers in defense and police.
• Pacific Scientific (Stop Stick): Manufacturer of the STOP STICK controlled tire deflation system that CRD distributes. Direct comparable in tire deflation technology, with the same police and security end users across US, European, and Nordic markets.

Broad incumbents

• Saab: Major Swedish defense and security company offering surveillance, command and control, and integrated security solutions. Overlaps with CRD on the Swedish defense/government buyer base and increasingly on integrated physical security and CBRN-type capabilities.
• ASSA ABLOY: Swedish-headquartered global leader in access control, locks, and entrance solutions. Competes with CRD on physical security product portfolios sold to government and enterprise customers, with overlapping Nordic security buyer relationships.
• Securitas: Swedish-origin global security services giant providing guarding, technology integration, and risk consulting. Overlaps with CRD's services arm (investigations, security management, background checks) at a vastly larger scale, and competes for the same enterprise and government contracts.
• Genasys (formerly LRAD Corporation): Manufacturer of LRAD acoustic hailing devices (450XL, 360XL-MID, 100X) — the same product family CRD distributes. A larger, publicly traded US-based incumbent with broader geographic reach and direct sales capability that competes with CRD's regional distribution model.

Regional players

• Axis Communications: Swedish manufacturer of network video surveillance and physical security technology (now part of Canon Group). Competes for Swedish and Nordic security buyer budgets allocated to physical security infrastructure, though focused on electronic rather than mechanical/physical barriers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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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