What Centigon Security Group does

Centigon Security Group, operating principally through its French subsidiary Centigon France SAS, is a specialized manufacturer of armored commercial vehicles serving government, military and VIP clients. Founded in 1948 by Fernand Labbé in Lamballe, Brittany, the company designs and integrates ballistic protection on chassis supplied by major OEMs (Ford, Renault, Toyota and historically Volvo, Land Rover and Scania) to deliver VR7- through VR9-rated vehicles such as the Fortress 300, Fortress 200 and Ford Ranger B6, alongside bespoke presidential and intervention vehicles. Headquartered in Lamballe-Armor with a technical center in Antony and additional production in Mexico and Colombia, the group employs roughly 180 people, including an engineering team of approximately 30 supported by an in-house ballistic testing laboratory that conducts over 1,000 tests per year.

The product platform is built on OEM chassis that are post-production armored to STANAG, VPAM, NIJ, CEN 1522/23 and CEN 1063 standards, with additional integrations (counter-drone payloads via Cerbair, surveillance systems via Safran) layered on top of the ballistic shell for intervention and special-operations buyers. Recent offerings include the Fortress 300 Intervention unveiled at Eurosatory 2024 and the CHIMERA 200 anti-drone vehicle launched through the Cerbair partnership in 2025. The business is qualified for sensitive public-sector and defense procurement and holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and Renault Pro+ Certified Body Shop status.

Revenue is generated via project-based, quote-priced contracts with government, defense and VIP customers, with cross-border delivery to clients that historically include the GSPR (French Presidential Security), GIGN, RAID, the French National Gendarmerie, the French Ministry of Armed Forces and the Irish Department of Defence. Centigon France SAS reported €38 million of revenue in 2023. The go-to-market combines direct institutional sales, attendance at major defense trade shows (Milipol Paris, Eurosatory, SOFINS, MSPO, Enforce Tac) and OEM-aligned channels. Recognition in 2025 includes the Gender Equality Index, the Prix des Lecteurs Les Échos (a French business-turnaround recognition) and a Prix Ulysse nomination.

Name

Centigon Security Group

Legal name

CENTIGON FRANCE SAS

Website

https://centigon.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1948

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Centigon Security Group, operating through Centigon France SAS, manufactures armored commercial vehicles for government, military and VIP clients. Founded in 1948 in Lamballe, Brittany, it integrates ballistic protection on OEM chassis and serves French and international security forces.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Armored Vehicle Manufacturing

NAICS

Armored Car Services (561613), Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing (336992), Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Cash-in-Transit (CIT) & Valuables Logistics Security (IMAIAEAL)

Keywords

• Armored vehicle manufacturing
• Ballistic protection vehicles
• Military defense vehicles
• Cash-in-transit vehicles
• Presidential convoy armoring

Headquarters

HQ city

Liège

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Armored Vehicle Manufacturing: Design, manufacturing, and customization of armored vehicles including SUVs, pick-ups, and trucks for civilian and military applications. Products include Ford Ranger B6 (from €78,000), Fortress 300 VR7 (from €190,000), and custom presidential vehicles.
2. Aftermarket Services and Maintenance: Corrective, preventive and predictive maintenance, service and maintenance contracts, vehicle overhauls, technical service in France and abroad, spare parts sales. Maintenance performed on armored glass, air conditioning, mechanical systems, and chassis.
3. Training Services: Specialized training for proper maintenance and optimal use of armored vehicles worldwide.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Centigon Security Group is a France-based manufacturer of certified armored vehicles. From its Lamballe (France) production site and Liège (Belgium) headquarters, the group engineers, armors, and delivers civilian, governmental, and military armored SUVs, pick-ups, trucks, presidential-convoy vehicles, and cash-in-transit vehicles, complemented by an in-house ballistic test lab, a Design Office, and aftermarket service. Customers include ministries of defense, elite police and gendarmerie units, embassies, financial institutions, and private security buyers across more than 60 countries.

Product overview

Centigon France is a manufacturer of armored vehicles offering a comprehensive portfolio of protection solutions for civilian, military and government clients. The product portfolio includes the Fortress line (Fortress 300 VR7, Fortress 300 Intervention, Fortress 200 VR9) based on Toyota Land Cruiser platforms, Ford Ranger B6 armored pick-ups, and specialty presidential vehicles. The company provides two armoring methods: Cube-On (new armored cab on original chassis) and Cube-In (armored compartment integrated inside vehicle). Solutions span SUV, pick-up, and truck categories, with offerings ranging from in-stock vehicles to custom-built presidential vehicles. The company also provides after-sales support services including maintenance contracts and spare parts. Recent additions include anti-drone technology integration through Cerbair partnerships and SAFRAN collaboration for military-grade surveillance systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fortress: Armoured vehicle product line including Fortress 300 and Fortress 200 models for military and special forces use

Products and services

• Fortress 300 Intervention Tactical armored intervention vehicle built on the Fortress 300 platform, designed for law-enforcement, gendarmerie, and special-intervention units requiring high protection and operational equipment integration.
• Custom Presidential Vehicles (Renault Rafale Présidentiel / DS No. 8 Présidentielle) Bespoke fully armored presidential-convoy vehicles based on Renault Rafale and DS No. 8 platforms, designed for head-of-state and ministerial transport with custom bodywork and interior specification.
• Fortress 300 VR7 High-protection armored SUV certified to VPAM VR7 level, intended for executives, governments, and security-conscious commercial customers.
• Fortress 200 VR9 Armored passenger vehicle certified to VPAM VR9 high-protection level, providing rifle-threat protection for executive and government transport.
• Ford Ranger WILDTRACK B6 Armored pick-up truck version of the Ford Ranger WILDTRACK, certified to B6 ballistic level and built in partnership with Ford Global Fleet Sales.
• Ford Ranger XLT B6 Armored pick-up truck based on the Ford Ranger XLT, certified to B6 ballistic level, produced under the Ford Global Fleet Sales partnership.
• Armored SUV Solutions Configured armoring of donor SUVs (Ford, Renault, Stellantis, and other OEMs) into certified protected vehicles, typically at B6/VR7 or higher levels.
• Armored Pick-up Solutions Armoring of donor pick-up trucks (e.g., Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux) into protected vehicles for defense, police, and field-security customers.
• Armored Truck Solutions Armoring of donor trucks (typically larger chassis cabs) into protected transport or logistics vehicles for defense and security customers.
• In-Stock Armored Vehicles Pre-built armored vehicles held in inventory for immediate delivery to customers needing quick fleet expansion or rapid replacement.
• Second-Hand Armored Vehicles Pre-owned certified armored vehicles offered for resale, typically refurbished and re-certified, providing a lower-cost entry point for budget-sensitive buyers.
• Cash-in-Transit Armored Vehicles Specialized armored cash-in-transit vehicles for banks and security-cash operators, integrating ballistic protection, separated crew compartments, and secure cargo areas.
• After-Sales Service & Maintenance Ongoing maintenance, repair, spare-parts supply, and re-certification services for Centigon-armored vehicles throughout their operational life.
• Training Services for Armored-Vehicle Operators Specialized training programs for drivers, operators, and maintenance technicians of Centigon-armored vehicles, covering convoy tactics, defensive driving, and basic armor-maintenance routines.

Quantifiable outcome

• 92/100 Gender Equality Index 2025 based on data from 128 employees
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ford Global Fleet SalescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Strategic collaboration for armoring F-Series Super Duty chassis to meet specific requirements of tenders and missions in France and Europe. Partnership reflects shared ambition to offer innovative, reliable vehicles and ready-to-use armored solutions.
• CerbaircoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Strategic partnership to integrate CHIMERA 200 anti-drone solution into armored vehicles. Enables early detection and neutralization of drones and jamming, enhancing security for convoys, deployed units, VIPs and sensitive infrastructure.
• Ford FrancecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership for Ford Ranger B6 armored vehicle development. Vehicle designed to meet specific requirements of law enforcement agencies with robustness, versatility and enhanced protection.
• Renault GroupcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 July 2023Renault Pro+ Certified Body Shop status since July 2023. Authorized to convert wide range of Renault vehicles including Trafic, Master, vans, flatbeds and chassis cabs. Partnership includes presidential vehicle projects.
• ToyotacoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerLong-standing OEM partnership for armoring Toyota vehicles including Land Cruiser 300 and Land Cruiser 200. Fortress series based on Toyota platforms.
• SAFRANminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with SAFRAN at SOFINS 2025 for integrating surveillance devices and anti-drone systems (LAD) into armored 4×4 vehicles for military operations.
• UGAPcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench public procurement marketplace. Centigon participates in UGAP events for municipal police equipment and government purchasing frameworks.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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