Category 1 was formed in January 2007 by Nicholas Payne in response to industry demands for a privately owned, intelligence led, bespoke, security service provider.

Category 1's directorship have distinguished British Military backgrounds and have made the transition from real-time combat experience (Listed below) to cementing their positions within the growing private security sector.

• Afghanistan
• The Balkans
• Iraq
• Kurdistan
• Nigeria
• Northern Ireland
• Sierra Leone

Category 1 successfully filled the gap in the market to provide a first class, trustworthy and professional security service. Our mission remains to become the first-choice security company for individuals and organisations who demand the highest levels of security accompanied by the highest levels of customer service.

We also undertake a vast amount of confidential security work in both London and overseas.

Category 1 work in consultation with their client to understand the unique needs of each company or the individual concerned.

We believe it is important to create a safe and professional working environment.

You will be assigned a member of our management team, who will work in conjunction with you, the client, for the complete duration of each project undertaken.

September 2009