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FEATUREDTHREAT INTELLIGENCE12 OCT 2026
From Factory Floor to Front Door: Russia’s Hybrid Threat to the Drone Industry
For the last few years, Russia’s hybrid campaign in Europe has looked like a problem for governments: cut cables, GPS jamming, drones over airports, the odd warehouse fire. If you ran a…
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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…
THREAT INTELLIGENCE15 JUL 2026Public Profile, Public Exposure: Why Threat, Risk and Vulnerability Assessments Matter in Politics
Politicians and public figures face a threat landscape that has never been more complex - physical attacks, hostile surveillance, cyber intrusion, disinformation, and foreign influence activity are all…
PROTECTIVE SERVICES8 JUL 2026Interview with Hayley Elvins
Security Risk Management consultant and Non-Executive Director Hayley Elvins shares how she stays physically capable and mentally sharp under pressure. In this interview, she discusses running a counter-espionage…
PROTECTIVE SERVICES30 APR 2026Presenting the Odette Hallowes Award on behalf of the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA).
Privileged to present the Odette Hallowes Award to the Director General of The Security Service - MI5, on behalf of the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA).
PROTECTIVE SERVICES5 FEB 2026The Changing Face of UHNW and Executive Security
Over the last few years, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, senior executives and those in prominent positions have begun to look at security very differently. Not because one headline suddenly changed…
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…
SECURITY STRATEGY11 MAY 2023Improving staff security culture
In today's world, where cyber attacks and insider risk events are becoming more prevalent, having a strong staff security culture is crucial for businesses of all sizes. However,…
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…
COUNTER ESPIONAGE14 FEB 2023