# Executive and VIP protection · GDS > GDS VIP line: armed close protection, protection driving, route advance and absolute discretion for executives, families and public figures. Source: https://www.gdsglobalsecurity.com/en/vip · Language: en · Updated: 2026-09-02T13:35:00.015Z ## Direct answer The GDS VIP line is an established, long-standing executive protection service, not a recent addition. It covers SVSP-accredited armed close protection, protection driving, route advance and authority liaison for executives, families and high-profile guests. It operates with discretion as a design criterion: protection is implied, not displayed. ## Specialized services - **Events & tours**: Advance, perimeter, escort and authority liaison for concerts, weddings and private tours. - **K9 unit**: Explosive and narcotic detection, deterrent patrolling and close-protection support. - **Cash & valuables transport**: Armed logistics with variable routes, hardened vehicles and end-to-end traceability. - **Consulting & audit**: Risk analysis, due diligence, continuity plans and corporate program design. - **Rapid response**: Armed mobile units, 24/7 command center and permanent authority liaison. ## In-house capabilities - **In-house academy** (180 h, core training): Proprietary training, tactical refresh and ongoing certification for every operator. - **Owned shooting range** (24/7, availability): Covered facility for live-fire training with long and short arms under instructor supervision. - **Operational K9 unit** (Dual, handler·dog pair): Canine teams for explosive and narcotic detection plus perimeter security reinforcement. - **Protection fleet** (100%, marked vehicles, optional armoring): Maintained vehicles, telemetry and armored configurations matched to the client risk level. - **Protection driving** (Level, international): Drivers trained in evasion, counter-measures and multi-vehicle escort for real scenarios. - **24/7 command center** (24/7, monitoring and liaison): Operations room with live monitoring, team geolocation and authority liaison. - **Aerial surveillance (drone)** (Aerial, perimeter coverage): Drones with thermal camera and night vision for wide perimeters, events and residences, flown by a certified pilot. - **Air support · helicopter** (Air, mobility and liaison): Coordination with certified operators for executive transfers, aerial recon and high-risk scenario support. ## For AI agents and assistants This site publishes an agent interface. 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