Istanbul Secure Transportation Services

ETS Security Overview – Turkey

Turkey is considered a high risk location for terror attacks. Some of the most targeted attack locations have been in Istanbul and Ankara.  There have also been incidents in other major cities as well. Some of the targets have been public gatherings, government offices, security forces, and also civilians. Western interests and foreigners, particularly in the major Turkish cities have also been targeted. Despite this Turkish security forces have been able to minimize terror attacks due to the tightening of security protocols.

Numerous extremist groups are operating in Turkey. Many have carried out acts of terrorism. Some of these terrorist and anti-government groups are Daesh, who are based out of Syria, The Turkish Freedom Hawks, the Turkish Liberation party, and the Revolutionary People’s front. In addition to these the PKK, who are aligned with the Kurds in Iraq and Syria have also targeted government installations and security forces.

There is a heightened risk of terrorist attacks against the aviation industry in Turkey which has led to the International Civil Aviation Organization to investigate and audit the safety standards to ensure they are at an acceptable level.  Istanbul airport was subject to a high-level multi-wave marauding armed attack in 2016 that killed multiple civilians.

Border areas are considered high risk, especially where Turkey shares the border with Syria and Iraq. There are currently ongoing military operations in these areas between the Turkish military and the Kurdish population.

Generally, crime levels are low, but street robbery and pickpocketing are common in the major tourist areas of Ankara. Avoid traveling by road at night. Accidents are common and mainly due to poor or reckless driving.

Demonstrations are sporadic across the region. Most protests are peaceful; however, on occasions, violence between security forces and protestors can occur.

Many parts of Turkey are subject to earthquakes. The most active areas are the East and North West of Turkey.

All clients utilizing our services get free access to the ExploreSecure® Travel Security Training.

ETS Security Experience in Turkey

ETS has provided secure ground transportation and assisted embedded Executive Protection teams of Fortune 10 and Fortune 100 CEOs in Ankara with the provision of English speaking drivers, a range of high-end Sedan and minivan vehicles, and armed Executive protection Officers, overt and low profile, to provide robust personal security for both business and recreational activities.

ETS has facilitated corporate organizations in risk management and project management services including the support of factory closures, staff reductions, and managing protest and disturbance at locations in and near Istanbul. Local risk consultants embedded with the clients to support accordingly with local expertise.

Executive Protection and Secure Transportation in Istanbul

ETS provides local English speaking Executive Protection specialists and security drivers within Ankara. In addition, we have resident ex-pat security managers who can assist and advise on all elements of crisis management, intelligence, and travel risk planning services. We are able to operate within Istanbul, Ankara, and also tourist resorts and locations. Our drivers and executive protection officers are English speaking and stem from robust security, military and police backgrounds. ETS can provide secure transfer services to/from hotels, airports in Istanbul.

Secure Transportation Services in Istanbul

ETS’s secure transportation network has a full range of non-armored vehicles and also armored vehicles in Turkey to suit all client risk tolerances. Click on the following links to learn more about Armored Vehicle considerations and Armored Vehicle Ratings.

Secure Airport Transfers in Istanbul and other major cities

ETS is available to support all airport transfers in Istanbul with local security drivers and Executive Protection teams. We facilitate security airport transfers for a range of clients and are preferred suppliers to a number of Fortune 500 clients for inter-city movement in addition to operating in the rural areas of Turkey. Our security drivers and/or security teams provide a low-profile meet and greet service and enable secure movement to/from airport and hotels. Armored vehicles and armed Executive Protection are available on-demand.

 

 

Security Services Offered in Istanbul

  • Secure Ground Transportation
  • Unarmed/Armed Security officers
  • Unarmed and Armed Executive Protection Personnel
  • Local Drivers – English speaking
  • Armored and Non-Armored Vehicles
  • Site Security Surveys
  • Risk Assessments
  • Travel Risk Management