MSS Global Company Presentation
What we are
We operate
uniquely as a
Certification Body
MSS Global is the only Certification Body in the world accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) and recognised under the International Accreditation Forum (IAF MLA) to deliver ISO 18788, ANSI/ASIS PSC.1 and ISO 28007 certification - along with ICoCA membership verification - for security operations and complex supply chains.
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We are natural international leaders in Travel Risk Management assurance.
We provide rigorous, independent ethical assurance, including human rights due diligence, ESG compliance, and sector-specific management system certification, giving you the proven credibility to win contracts, protect reputation, and operate confidently in any environment. Recognized by UKAS
Provide turn-key solutions for those managing the conduct of their operations and business ethics.
We provide targeted support to help you meet internationally recognised best practice in security governance and ESG management:
- Gap analysis and training for ISO security governance standards.
- Toolkits to build an integrated Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) strategy.
- Human rights assurance expertise - including due diligence education and guidance on countering bribery and modern slavery risks.
- Partnership with Method Grid to deliver structured, step-by-step support programmes.
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For responsible management of security services under ISO 18788, we offer:
- SureStart (free for contracted clients) — Gap Analysis tool, introductory education videos, and downloadable best-practice examples.
- Recognized Progression — modular training to deepen understanding and support implementation.
- Education Suite — complete learning resources for achieving and maintaining compliance.
Internationally
certify a broad
range of standards
These include specialist standards
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Land security - ISO 18788 and ANSI/ASIS PSC-1
Supply chain security - ISO 28000
Maritime armed security - ISO 28007 (with ISO 28000)
Travel Risk Management - ISO 31030
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Ethical assurance
Anti trafficking - Vertie model
Anti-bribery and corruption - ISO 37001
Modern Slavery - BS 25700
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Common standards
Quality - ISO 9001
Environment - ISO 14001
Health & safety - ISO 45001
Anti-bribery - ISO 37001
Our ‘Global’ name
reflects our
operational reach as a group
Audits performed in 60+ countries across 6 continents.
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Presence in Europe, US, and West Africa.
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Services delivered in 7 languages for seamless client engagement.
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Experienced in fragile states, high-risk environments, and complex transnational supply chains.
What we 'do' verses don't do
We do not
provide security
services or consultancy support
We independently audit and certify your management systems - we never sell security services or consultancy.
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We protect the impartiality and integrity of certification. Our role is to verify conformance, not to advise or deliver solutions.
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Our clients’ customers can trust that certification is credible and unbiased.
Growth and influence
Recognized Sector Leadership
Established in 2011, MSS Global is accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) according to ISO/IEC 17021-1, positioning us as an authority in ethical assurance and independent certification for security operations and complex supply chains.
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We are trusted by numerous clients - from agile startups to international multinationals - with many engaged via leading industry bodies such as the Security in Complex Environments Group (SCEG), International Stability Operations Association (ISOA), and International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA).
Expanding Global Presence
MSS Global delivers accredited certifications including ISO 18788, ANSI/ASIS PSC.1, and ICoCA membership that are recognized internationally, with us working over 60 countries across 6 continents, including supporting organizations in fragile states, high-risk regions, and evolving markets.
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Our expansion builds on our presence in Europe, the US, and West Africa, providing local relevance and international compliance expertise.
Driving Standards and Value
As the only certification body internationally accredited to deliver both ISO 18788 (Security Operations Management System) and PSC.1 (Quality of Private Security Company Operations) for the land environment, and ISO 28000 (Security Management System for the Supply Chain) and ISO 28007 (Guidelines for armed maritime security application of ISO 28000), MSS Global participates actively in shaping standards and best practices through collaboration with sector associations such as the ICoCA, ISOA and UK SCEG, governments, and global initiatives.
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MSS Global Chair the Human Rights Due Diligence ISO drafting committee as recognized experts.
Delivering Measurable Impact
Clients certified to recognized standards such as ISO 18788, PSC.1, and those holding ICoCA membership consistently report tangible benefits:
- Increased contract win rates,
- Reduction in incidents and operational risk.
- Up to 20% insurance premium savings in some cases due to our accredited sector status.
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Our influence is shown in real-world results, including streamlined operations, improved compliance, and stronger stakeholder confidence.
Client views
Don't just take our word for it, listen to some of our clients.....
"The whole accreditation was made easy by clear goals and timelines to meet.... Once again MSS Global have surpassed my expectations. Their understanding of the industry and the use of experienced auditors makes accreditation a refreshing experience."
Managing Director of a small security company
"All MSSG staff came across as knowledgeable and experienced on the standards they were auditing. During interview and investigations they largely put personnel at ease and were able to re-phrase questions when required in order to ensure that they were understood....the process of accreditation by MSSG has delivered real business benefits for us.....it also helps us develop a corporate communications strategy, both internal and external, that not just complies with international standards but also delivers real business benefits."
Managing Director of a large multinational security company
"MSS Global has conducted the audit in a very professional manner with a good understanding of the ISO standards and practical application approach of same. It was indeed a value addition audit with a good learning experience for us."
Managing Director of a medium size, non UK or US maritime and land security company
"The gap analysis ran by MSS Global really helped galvanize our team and point us in the right direction as we prepared for the certification audit."