Cova Security Gates

What Cova Security Gates does

Cova Security Gates is a UK-based manufacturer of crash-rated physical perimeter security systems, specializing in hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) gates, bollards, road blockers, barriers, and complementary high-security fencing. The Cova product range sits within CLD Physical Security Systems following a November 2025 merger that combined Cova's crash-rated HVM expertise with CLD's broader fencing portfolio (Securus, FenceSafe, Rampart, RamPro). Products are independently certified to PAS 68, IWA 14-1, LPS 1175, CWA 16221, and CPNI Vehicle Attack Delay Standards, and carry NPSA approval for use on UK Critical National Infrastructure sites, with crash ratings tested up to stopping 7.5-tonne vehicles at 50 mph. The combined entity serves government and diplomatic facilities (e.g., the British Embassy Washington DC), the Royal Air Force, utilities, transport networks (Network Rail), financial institutions (HSBC), healthcare providers (NHS), sports venues, and major commercial customers such as Jaguar and Bentley.

The company operates an enterprise field-sales go-to-market, selling through direct sales teams in regional offices in the UK, Australia, the UAE, the USA, and Argentina, supplemented by a certified installer partner network. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales of certified security systems, with an emerging recurring layer from the cloud-based CLD Monitoring & Diagnostics service and ongoing maintenance contracts. The business is privately held, employs 51-100 people, holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, and maintains compliance with LPCB approval and Planet Mark sustainability certification. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific, reflecting the bespoke engineering and threat-rating requirements of high-security perimeter deployments.

Name

Cova Security Gates

Legal name

CLD Physical Security Systems

Website

https://covasecuritygates.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Cova Security Gates, now part of CLD Physical Security Systems, manufactures crash-rated hostile vehicle mitigation gates, bollards, road blockers, and high-security fencing for government, CNI, and major commercial customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Crawley

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Security Fencing Systems: Sale of permanent in-ground and temporary on-ground security fencing systems for perimeter protection. One-time hardware sales with optional maintenance contracts.
2. Crash-rated Gates and Barriers: Sale of Cova-branded hostile vehicle mitigation gates, bollards, road blockers, and barriers. Premium crash-rated products for high-security applications.
3. Automated Access Control: Automated gate systems for vehicle and personnel access control at secured facilities.
4. Service and Maintenance: Ongoing service, maintenance, and monitoring services through CLD's maintenance network for installed systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cova Security Gates manufactures and supplies physical perimeter security systems, including in-ground permanent fencing, on-ground temporary fencing, automated access control gates, and crash-rated hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) products such as bollards, road blockers, sliding gates, and bi-folding gates. All crash-rated products are independently tested to international standards (PAS 68, IWA 14-1, LPS 1175, CWA 16221) and are NPSA-approved for use on UK Critical National Infrastructure sites. The company also offers a cloud-based monitoring and diagnostics service for installed systems, CAD/BIM design support, and CPD training for security specifiers.

Product overview

Cova Security Gates, now part of CLD Physical Security Systems following a November 2025 merger, offers a comprehensive portfolio of physical perimeter protection solutions. The product suite includes three main categories: In-Ground Permanent Systems (Rampart 30/50, RamPro 30/50, Securus, and Cova Static Bollards and Miti-Gates), On-Ground Temporary Systems (FenceSafe), and Automated Access Control (Cova SpeedMaster gates in 30/40/50 variants, SlideMaster 40, Rising Bollard 40, and Road Blockers 50F/50S). The Cova Range within CLD's portfolio specifically covers crash-rated hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) solutions including bollards, road blockers, sliding and bi-folding gates. Additional offerings include cloud-based CLD Monitoring & Diagnostics services and crash-rated barriers. All products are independently tested to standards including PAS 68, IWA 14-1, LPS 1175, and CWA 16221, and are approved for government use on Critical National Infrastructure sites.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cova Range: Crash-rated HVM gates, bollards, road blockers, sliding and bi-folding gates - formerly sold under the Cova Security Gates brand, now integrated as a product line within CLD's portfolio.
• Securus
• FenceSafe
• Modsec

Products and services

• Rampart 30 Multi-threat security fence system with shallow-foundation hostile vehicle mitigation capable of stopping a 7.5-tonne vehicle at 30 mph while delivering anti-intrusion protection. Tested to PAS 68:2010.
• Rampart 50 Multi-threat security fence system with shallow-foundation hostile-vehicle mitigation engineered to stop a 7.5-tonne vehicle at 50 mph while delivering anti-intrusion protection. Tested to IWA 14-1:2013.
• RamPro 30 Hostile-vehicle mitigation (HVM) fence system capable of stopping a 7.5-tonne vehicle travelling at 30 mph, providing robust perimeter protection for critical infrastructure.
• RamPro 50 High-security, in-ground permanent fence system engineered to stop a 7.5-tonne vehicle travelling at 50 mph, delivering strong perimeter protection for critical sites.
• Cova Static Bollards PAS 68 crash-tested, permanent hostile vehicle mitigation solutions designed to stop vehicles at speeds of 40mph (64kph) and 50mph (80kph).
• Cova Rising Bollard 40 Crash-tested, rise-and-retract solution designed to secure entrances and perimeters where controlled access is required. Independently certified to PAS 68:2010 and CWA 16221.
• Cova SpeedMaster 30 Crash-rated surface-fixed bi-fold gate providing hostile vehicle mitigation where traditional foundation excavation is not possible. Rated at 30mph.
• Cova SpeedMaster 40 Hostile vehicle mitigation solution independently tested and certified to PAS 68, IWA 14-1, and LPS 1175 standards. Capable of stopping a 7.5-tonne vehicle at 40mph.
• Cova SpeedMaster 50 High-security hostile vehicle mitigation solution independently tested to PAS 68, IWA 14-1, and LPS 1175 standards. Capable of stopping a 7.5-tonne vehicle at 50mph.
• Cova SlideMaster 40 Cantilevered sliding gate crash-tested to deliver effective hostile vehicle mitigation for critical infrastructure and high-security sites. Independently certified to PAS 68:2010, withstanding impacts up to 40mph.
• Cova Miti-Gate 30 Cost-effective PAS 68 crash-rated manual barrier designed for sites where vehicle access is infrequent but protection against hostile vehicle threats is essential.
• Cova Miti-Gate 40 World's first semi-permanent manual swing barrier independently tested to PAS 68:2010, IWA 14-1:2013, and CPNI Vehicle Attack Delay Standards (VADS).
• Cova Road Blocker 50F PAS 68 crash-tested full depth road blocker designed to stop hostile vehicle-borne attacks, including improvised explosive devices. Successfully tested with a 7.5-tonne vehicle at 50mph.
• Cova Road Blocker 50S PAS 68 crash-tested shallow depth road blocker designed for locations where deep excavation is not feasible due to underground services or structural constraints.
• CLD Monitoring & Diagnostics Cloud-based monitoring and diagnostics service for installed CLD physical security systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Security systems deliver 60 seconds to 10 minutes minimum delay against attack depending on threat level
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Installer PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCertified installer partner network providing installation, maintenance, and service for CLD and Cova security products. Partners receive training and certification to ensure proper deployment of security fencing and gates systems.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Heras: European perimeter security solutions provider offering permanent and temporary fencing, gates, and access control at much larger scale than Cova/CLD. Broader incumbent in the same product category with overlapping CNI, construction, and commercial customers.

Direct peers

• ATG Access: UK manufacturer of crash-tested bollards, road blockers, and barriers (now part of the ASSA ABLOY group). Directly comparable product set to Cova's HVM range with similar PAS 68 testing and shared UK government specification environment.
• Jacksons Fencing: UK fencing manufacturer with high-security product lines for government, education, and utility customers. Comparable to CLD's broader fencing portfolio with overlapping vertical segments and similar certification standards.
• Heald Ltd: UK-based manufacturer of hostile vehicle mitigation bollards, road blockers, and barriers. Direct competitor to Cova's crash-rated HVM portfolio with comparable certifications and shared UK government/CNI customer base.
• Barkers Fencing: UK security fencing manufacturer offering LPS 1175-rated fencing systems for CNI, utilities, and high-security sites. Directly comparable to CLD's Securus and Rampart permanent fencing lines on product specifications and customer segments.
• Delta Scientific: US-based manufacturer of crash-rated vehicle barriers, bollards, and gates for government, military, and high-security commercial sites. Closely comparable to Cova's US-market crash-rated portfolio with similar K-rating and ASTM testing standards.
• Nasatka Security: US manufacturer of crash-rated barriers, bollards, and gates for federal, military, and critical infrastructure customers. Comparable HVM product category and certification approach to Cova's crash-rated systems, particularly for the US New Jersey office's territory.
• Frontier Pitts Ltd: UK manufacturer of HVM gates, barriers, bollards, and turnstiles for high-security sites. Closely comparable to Cova's SpeedMaster and SlideMaster automated access control range and serving overlapping CNI, government, and commercial customers.
• Automatic Systems: European manufacturer of automated vehicle and pedestrian access control gates, turnstiles, and barriers. Comparable to Cova's SpeedMaster and SlideMaster automated gates and to CLD's broader access control product line across European markets.
• Zaun Ltd: UK perimeter security fencing manufacturer with HVM-rated systems and integrated access control. Comparable to CLD's fencing portfolio across CNI, sports, data center, and government segments with similar LPS 1175 certifications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CovaSecurityUK
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cova-security-gates-limited

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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