Comprehensive Access Control & Asset Protection in the Logistics Sector

Access Control & High-Value Asset Protection for Logistics Operations

Clients Challenges

Requirements of Security

Operating a fast-paced logistics hub handling high-value consignments presents complex operational and security demands. The client needed to maintain tight site security without slowing down daily throughput, ensuring that all drivers, visitors, and agency workers strictly adhere to health, safety, and PPE regulations upon entry. Additionally, preventing loss and operational errors required a bulletproof process for tracking goods vehicles, recording detailed consignment metrics, and resolving any load discrepancies in real time before vehicles depart the premises.
Our Security Solution

Integrated Manned Guarding, Gatehouse Management & Proactive Site Patrols

Northern Security deployed a dedicated team of security officers to manage gatehouse operations and site-wide protection. On arrival, officers control all pedestrian and vehicle barriers, issue access credentials, handle key management, and verify safety compliance for everyone entering operational areas.

To safeguard cargo, officers meticulously record consignment numbers, driver details, haulage box serials, and trailer numbers for all departing vehicles, working directly with the Fleet Manager to resolve any discrepancies on the spot.

Beyond gatehouse management, the team provides 24/7 proactive security by:

  • Monitoring CCTV streams, conducting routine patrols, and carrying out targeted inspections on vulnerable areas, refrigerated units, and high-value loads.
  • Securing the facility outside operational hours, conducting lone-worker welfare checks, logging daily occurrences, and delivering detailed incident reports.
Conclusion and Results
By balancing strict regulatory control with efficient traffic flow, Northern Security provides a complete audit trail and total operational resilience. Our officers remain highly observant and deeply integrated into daily fleet communications, successfully protecting high-value assets while keeping the client’s supply chain moving smoothly.

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About the client

Name

CMA CGM Inland Services UK Ltd

Location

United Kingdom

Industry

Logistics & Transportation

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