Secure transportation & Security Drivers in New York, USA

Secure travel for VIPs across New York, USA

As a global centre of finance, commerce and culture, you may well need specialist security drivers with local knowledge who will get your C-suite executives and their entourage safely around New York.

That’s where we can help.

Security drivers in New York

New York is located on one of the world’s largest natural harbours. Our tried-and-trusted network of experienced security drivers know their way around the streets, avenues, bridges and tunnels of New York, to get our clients to their destination on time.

Rest assured that our drivers are licensed and insured to work in the USA. They understand New York’s driving rules, which include a speed limit of 25 mph for cars and trucks on urban streets, no right turns on a red light, and tolls that apply on bridges and tunnels into the city.

New York streets can be especially busy at rush hour (8am-9am and 3pm-7pm), so it’s important to have a driver who knows the best routes. Our local drivers also know where it’s possible and safe to park.

Security vehicles in New York

Wherever we are in the world, we use luxury vehicles that blend in with the destination, but which can also make a quick getaway if required.

Drivers and passengers are sure to see new York’s iconic yellow taxis on the road (in some cases, we might even recommend using one as a discreet security vehicle).

If the threat risk assessment demands it, we can provide armoured vehicles and armed drivers in New York.

Brooklyn Bridge and New York skyline

Overview of New York

New York is often called New York City, NYC or ‘The Big Apple’. With the Manhattan area containing both the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq, it’s also been labelled the world’s premier financial and fintech centre, and is the home of the United Nations HQ.

It’s by far the most populous city in the United States with over 8 million people spread across its five boroughs. There are over 23 million people if you include the entire NYC metropolitan area – this makes it a ‘megacity’.

New York is home to the world’s highest number of billionaires, people of ultra-high net worth, and millionaires. In line with this fact, Fifth Avenue is notably the most expensive shopping street in the world.

Unmissable attractions and iconic sites include Central Park, Times Square (for Broadway theatre), and the Statue of Liberty on the Hudson River.

Security risks in New York

You may think that New York has a poor reputation for crime ­– but since the 1990s, the city has made policing changes, increased the incarceration rate, and grown in gentrification. Together with reduced lead pollution and an aging population, the city has lower rates of gun violence and gang violence today than many other large cities.

Historically, Queens and Staten Island have lower crime rates than Brooklyn, The Bronx and Manhattan.

Protection is provided by the New York Police Department (NYPD), and our security services are here to ensure the people we transport are not affected by crime.

Violent crime

New York crime rates have been recorded since the 1800s. They peaked in the late 1980s and early 1990s when there was a crack epidemic, and have declined continuously since then.

Non-violent crime

As a deterrent, New York’s District Attorney’s Office vigorously prosecutes non-violent and property offences such as criminal mischief, making graffiti, and conducting unlawful surveillance.

Terrorism

On 11 September 2001, New York was the target of the deadliest terrorist attack ever, when the twin towers of the World Trade Centre were destroyed by two hijacked planes, with the loss of 2,753 lives.

Riots

Like other major cities, New York can be the focus for civil unrest and rioters. As security professionals, we monitor various sources to stay aware of potential disorder so we can take evasive action if required.

Events

Some of the globe’s most famous events occur in New York, including the US Open at Flushing Meadows, the New York boat show, and the St Patricks’ Day parade. There are also dedicated weeks such as: NYC Broadway Week, NYC Restaurant Week, NYC Fashion Week and more.

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