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Practical perspectives on protective security, counter espionage and the space where business risk becomes personal.
PHYSICAL SECURITY13 SEP 2026From Shergar to Smart Latch: The Changing Face of Equine Crime
Most people have heard of Shergar. The 1981 Derby winner was taken from Ballymany Stud in Ireland in 1983 and never seen again. The story is reported to…
PHYSICAL SECURITY9 AUG 2026We Stole a Horse
At Sloane Risk Group, we have extensive experience in Protective Security Testing, also known as Physical Penetration Testing. Our work typically involves testing whether we can gain unauthorised…
PHYSICAL SECURITY1 OCT 2024Unlocking the Strengths of Female Physical Pen Testers: Why Women Excel in Physical Security Assessments
As security professionals, we see a constant evolution as bad actors become more creative - using a range of sophisticated AI, psychological, physical and technical tactics to circumvent…
PHYSICAL SECURITY1 OCT 2024The Value Added Pen Test
This blog seeks to explore the ways in which a Physical Penetration Testing program can help to build a robust security posture, improve business resilience and increase financial…
PHYSICAL SECURITY14 FEB 2023Case Study Series – Physical Penetration Testing
Our client was a CSO who had just commenced a new role at a global law firm with offices in London and four other UK cities. His requirement…
PHYSICAL SECURITY14 FEB 2023How an Ethical Burglar can Kickstart your Security Capacity Building Strategy
The term ethical hacker is quite well known, someone who infiltrates a computer network, to test or evaluate its security, allowing the organisation to rectify any weaknesses before…
PHYSICAL SECURITY13 OCT 2021Physical Penetration Testing / Black Teaming benefits
A layered approach to security is vital for all businesses from start-ups to international corporations. Starting with perimeter security and external access control, leading to internal access controls…
PHYSICAL SECURITY13 OCT 2021Applying the consultancy cycle to a Black Team assessment
A UK tech company requested our services to review their current security strategy, they stipulated a focus on improving staff attitudes towards physical security.
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