Who's who.
Meet the people behind SGT.

Meet the Team

Neil Davies OBE & Gary Fraser

Neil and Gary co-founded Secure Ground Transportation in 2007 because they saw a need in the market for a specialist service that unites safe and secure luxury bespoke transportation.

They were both trained by former members of the Special Escort Group (SEG) and each holds the highest IQ (Industry Qualification) in security driving, vehicle management and anti-hijack techniques, based on the Metropolitan Police Protection Driving Course. Both are members of the International Security Driving Association.

In addition, they have undertaken specialist training in Texas which was delivered by serving and former secret service agents.

Neil and Gary have been members of the Institute of Advanced Motorists (now called IAM Roadsmart) for over 20 years. Both hold the highest level of qualification. Constantly refreshing their skills, they have also undertaken a surveillance driving course with Optimal Risk.

They’re qualified to FREC3 – that’s the level 3 award in First Response Emergency Care. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that covers the full range of skills required by the British Health & Safety Executive (HSE) for workplace health, safety, welfare and first aid.

In 2007, Neil was honoured to be granted an OBE by HM Queen Elizabeth II for his services to education (this was in recognition of him being the National Chairman of School Governors. In America, these are known as School Boards).

Security driver

Our Associates

We work with carefully selected associates around the world who will provide the same great service we do. We source them by doing rigorous due diligence with our contacts in the country we’re due to operate in.

Our number one requirement is reliability, so our clients can be confident they’ll safely get to where they’re supposed to be, in comfort and on time. We also need drivers who’ll communicate with the UK office so we can stay on top of any status updates, issues and holdups.

Spotlight on Jacquie Davis

Don’t imagine that the only possible surveillance operatives are male. There are many women from the secret service, FBI, police or military who now operate on behalf of security firms like us.

While most of the security experts we work with keep an understandably low profile, one of our main associates is Jacquie Davis, who’s known as “the world’s top female bodyguard” and the inspiration behind the 2019 Netflix thriller, Close.

Jacquie is on the Board of Executive Protection Professionals (BEPP), protects royalty, celebrities and UHNWIs, and is a renowned speaker on security subjects.

She kindly agreed to appear in some of the photos you see on this website, and we’re proud to be among the few security driving companies she trusts.

Jacquie Davis

Jacquie Davis featured in The Times

Jacquie Davis being interviewed on TikTok

One of Jacquie’s many appearances on YouTube

Testimonials

Here are a few comments from clients and others in the industry, for your reassurance:
"I’d highly recommend Secure Ground Transportation, especially when dealing with VVIPs. We quickly built a high level of trust with [them]."
Ed Woodward, former Vice Chairman of Manchester United
“They are lovely people and great at what they do. They make excellent cohorts in business.”
Jacquie Davies, Operations Director, Optimal Risk Group Ltd
"I have used Secure Ground Transportation for at least 20 years. They are without fail efficient, punctual, courteous and professional."
Lady Susie Sainsbury
"The BEST chauffeur service I have ever experienced anywhere in the world."
Frank Westfall, former US secret service agent
"Gary and his excellent team deliver a consistent discrete and highly professional service."
Ed Woodward, former Vice Chairman of Manchester United
"The drivers are thoughtful, considerate and knowledgeable, and provide a remarkable and reliable service."
Lady Susie Sainsbury
"A big thank you for dealing so brilliantly with all the car shenanigans on Sunday! You dealt with everything so quickly and efficiently."
Helen Cave, Backstage Trust
“They surely are two true gentlemen!”
Brandon Shafikhani, CEO, Samaritan Protective Services LLC
“A big shout out to Secure Ground Transportation co-founders Neil Davies OBE & Gary Fraser. These gents run an excellent business and absolutely walk the talk!”
Chris Story, Orbital Risk
“I met these gentlemen at the IPSB conference, and they are class acts.”
Andre Gibson, Pres/CEO at Sectel
"I love the way I get messages saying who is on their way – it’s so comforting when you’re running an event. Your customer service level is exceptional."
Helen Cave, Backstage Trust