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last updated 20-Feb-2010
 
 
 

Private / Privatized Military Firms or PMFs is an alternative term used to refer to Private Military Companies (PMCs). This directory incorporates many diversified firms with "private military" capabilities that should not be categorized as PMCs in entirely. The careful examination of the various services on offer by each firm should allow you to establish which firms are PMCs or simply possess "private military" capabilities.

 
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Northbridge Services Group. Northbridge Services Group specialises in providing highly confidential and effective security related services designed to address the needs of Governments, Multi-National Corporations, Non Governmental Organisations, the Corporate Sector and Prominent Individuals. [Information retrieved from Our Services on 10 December 2004]: http://www.northbridgeservices.com/

Services: > Advisory > Training > Operational Support > Intelligence Support > Humanitarian Operations > Strategic Communications > Support to Law and Order

Olive Security. We were the first operator to receive approval from the British and American governments, as well as the Coalition Provisional Authority and the Iraqi Governing Council, to provide armed support to the reconstruction programme in Iraq. We have worked for governments and government agencies. And we are now retained by a number of the world's leading Energy, Communications, Construction, Mining, Banking and Transportation companies. [Information retrieved from Introduction on 1 August 2005]: http://www.olivesecurity.com/

> Analysis & Assessment > Security Operations & Project Support > Demining & Ordnance Disposal > Training > Locating & Tracking Solutions > Systems Design & Integration

Overwatch Protection Solutions International. We are a protective services company, providing a full compliment of protection and special security services for both our government and corporate clients. In addition, we also provide a host of specialized bespoke services that can be tailored to meet the individual requirements of our clients. We also offer special training packages for both government, military, and corporate clients. [Information retrieved from Introduction on 1 May 2006]: http://www.ops-int.com/

> Force Protection > Private Military Operations > Disaster Relief Protection > Training Division

Pacific Architects & Engineers. PAE has grown from designing bridges to installing offshore oil platforms to supplying entire labor forces to maintaining extensive military installations and bases. [Information retrieved from Overview & History on 27 October 2003]: http://www.paechl.com/

- PAE Government Services Inc.: http://www.paechl.com/gov.html

Pilgrim Elite. Pilgrim Elite Ltd. was formed in 1999 by ex members of UK Special Forces Group, specifically 22 Special Air Service Regiment (SAS), Special Boat Service (SBS) and 14 Intelligence Company (14 Int or The Det), in order to use their specialist skills to provide fast and effective solutions to a number of global security concerns. [Retrieved from About Us on 30 August 2005]: http://www.pilgrimelite.co.uk/

> Capabilities and Tasks: click here

Pistris. The waters of the world are wrought with danger. Terrorism, piracy and assault at sea are constant threats to the maritime professional. Pistris provides services specializing in all manner of maritime operations - including coastal and riverine warfare, law enforcement, waterborne special operations, maritime antiterrorism and rescue. [Information retreieved from About Pistris, Inc. on 1 June 2005]: http://www.pistris.com/

> Training > Security > Special Services > Research, Development, Test & Evaluation

Private Security Company Association of Iraq. PSCAI is a non-profit organization formed and maintained to discuss and address matters of mutual interest and concern to the industry conducting operations in Iraq:

PSCAI Members: click here

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REDfour. REDfour offer tailor made covert risk management solutions that replicate surroundings and blend in unnoticed, offering increased security from likely predators. [Information retrieved from home on 5 April 2005]: http://www.redfour.co.uk/

Ronco Consulting Corporation. A leading international professional services firm specializing in Humanitarian Demining Assistance, Procurement Services, Agribusiness and Private Sector Development, and Financial Markets Consulting. [Information retrieved from Home on 29 October 2003]: http://www.roncoconsulting.com/

> Mine/UXO Clearance > Security Services > Environmental Remediation > Post-Conflict Operations

Sandline International. Sandline WAS a Private Military Company (PMC) focusing on conflict resolution. The company worked worldwide and was resourced by professionals with many years of operational experience at senior rank within first world armies. [Information retrieved from home page on 17 October 2003]: http://www.sandline.com/

SECOPEX. A corporation of former military leaders from the french special and elite forces and high graduated civilian experts, is one of the french's leading professional services companies engaged in defence, security and organizational programs in France and overseas. [Information retrieved from Who we are on 3 January 2005]: http://www.secopex.com/

Trojan Securities International. Trojan Securities was established by former British elite military personnel with associated United States special operations counterparts, providing a wide range of very specialized global services. [Information retrieved from Home on 10 December 2004]: http://www.trojansecurities.com/

> Security Services > Training Services

Triple Canopy. Triple Canopy provides legal, ethical and moral security solutions that enable our clients to excel globally in challenging environments. [Information retrieved from About Triple Canopy, Inc. on 1 May 2005]: http://www.triplecanopy.com/

> Security Services > Security Assessments > Training

Universal Guardian Holdings. Universal Guardian Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide a comprehensive range of security products, systems and services designed to mitigate terrorist and security threats worldwide. From strategic and tactical security services, business risk solutions, integrated and interoperable security systems, to non-lethal defense products, Universal Guardian group of companies cover a broad spectrum of security applications for government and multi-national businesses on every continent. [Information retrieved from Home (UGH) on 1 August 2005]: http://www.universalguardian.com/

> Tactical Security Services > Security Consultancy > Insured Security Services

SecureRisks. SecureRisks is a London based global counterterrorism, security, training and business risk solutions group providing practical business risk solutions, tactical security and critical infrastructure protection in today's most challenging threat environments: http://www.securerisks.com/

Strategic Security Solutions International. SSSI is a world-wide based security company providing Business Protection Advice and Services to Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 Companies: http://www.strategicssi.com/

• Vinnell Corporation. Vinnell is a recognized leader in facilities operation and maintenance, military training, educational and vocational training, and logistics support in the United States and overseas.[Information retrieved from Home on 17 October 2003]: http://www.vinnell.com

Xe. http://www.xecompany.com/

This is a sample list. While some of the companies listed above are key players and have been amply discussed in the Private Military Company literature and debate, some other are emerging firms or have been incorporated to the list by request. For further information on a particular company or service please contact the respective source.

 

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