A message from our CEO
A short video from the VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED CEO, Floyd Woodrow highlighting the enduring need to have robust cybersecurity measures in place.
TSCM/Cyber tasking – Leadvent Form – Surveillance
A busy few days for the VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED team. A TSCM/cyber tasking headed up by Gurpreet Thathy for a client in Lanzarote. Post the 2 day task
Wi-Fi Security
Wi-Fi technology was introduced to us approximately 20 years ago. Today, pretty much no matter where in the world you go apart from the most
Surveillance Training
This week on behalf of a client we conducted a surveillance training package over two days that culminated in a short but testing exercise. The
Battersea Power Station
Here at Valkyrie, we have a client who lives near to the Battersea Power Station (BPS) and another who owns an apartment in the main
Festival Security
On this day in 1985 (Saturday 13th July) the “Live Aid” concerts were held at both Wembley Stadium and John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia. In
Burlington’s
Here at Valkyrie, we are extremely proud to feature in Burlington’s Magazine. Burlington’s provide highly personal joined up solutions to businesses and personal activities, bridging
Fingerprint technology
A few years ago, I was at a retired detective social event and met a chap in his nineties called Ted “Fingers” Bentley. Ted’s nickname
A Child’s Perspective
A uplifting post for Friday. Young minds are so impressionable. With all the social media activity, 24 hours news coverage and the pressures in life,
The London Bombings
Seventeen years ago today, 7th July 2005, London experienced a series of coordinated bomb attacks carried out by four terrorists targeting commuters travelling on the city’s
Vantage Media
Here at Valkyrie, we are extremely proud to work alongside Vantage Media, since 2019. Vantage Media was invited to refresh the look and tone of
UK Cyber Survey
The NCSC (National Cyber Security Centre) recently published its first ‘UK cyber survey’ alongside a global password risk list. The password information is enlightening and
Old School Bugs
We have previously posted about TSCM equipment and how the technology has changed and advanced to combat the threat. Yesterday, the VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED team were going
Another Busy Weekend
As per several of our recent posts, the Valkyrie cyber and TSCM team have been busy conducting multiple inspections at a variety of offices, residential
Forms Of Communication
All forms of communications are an essential part of everyday life, be it verbal, written or non-verbal. Reliable and robust communications is a vital ingredient
A Fantastic Cause!
A former colleague and good friend Jerry Whitmarsh reached out to Gurpreet Thathy about this fantastic cause and asked if VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED could promote it on our LinkedIn page. Fancy
Cyber Insurance
Yesterday (28th June) marked National Insurance Awareness Day. Insurance policies and companies play a big part in our lives, from personal insurance, which covers residential,
Head Injury
Last week, I was at a dinner with a client. During the meal, I noticed someone on another table having a seizure. Suddenly, he shot
Laptop Security
Laptop and device security when out and about Most of us when moving to and from our office or going to meetings carry our laptop
Vulnerability Assessment
Although your house may be secure, your rubbish and recycling bins are always exposed and within the public domain, usually left out on the street
Project Management
We have several clients who regularly use our core services such as surveillance/investigations, TSCMi (bug sweeping) and Cyber Security. When our trusted clients have issues
Shoplifting Prevention
You’ve invested a lot of time, energy and money in setting up shop. Unfortunately, shops attract shoplifters. During my police career, we were called to
TSCM
Another busy week here at VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED – Several tasking completed including a London based TSCM/bug sweep for a client – the house had
Window Security
The weather is glorious at the moment with the MET office predicting it to continue into the weekend. Yesterday Simon Lincoln and I were visiting
Armed Forces Day 2022
ARMED FORCES DAY – Here at Valkyrie we are proud of our past and present connections to the Armed forces. This week, 20th–25th June 2022
Clear Desk Policy
Clear Desk Policy – As mentioned in several recent posts our VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED team have been busy over the last few weekends. These tasks have including
Overseas Taskings
There are many considerations that need to factored in when conducting investigations and surveillance tasks both in the UK and overseas – expectation management, time
Our Communication and telephone services
@Valkyrie GB Limited we have several financial investment clients all of whom are proactive with their security. However, they often require ad hoc services conducted
Aircrafts
Security does not always centre on a residence or office. Several of our clients own aircrafts and yachts (and vehicles of course), and use these
Outbuilding theft
Keeping your outbuildings (sheds) or garage safe and secure Many people don’t secure their outbuildings or garage in the same way they do their homes
Howzat!
Masala tea – check! Route – check! Tweed – always! A big thank you to Monan Gozzett for inviting Valkyrie to the T20 event at
Our new training room!
After several months operating out of a temporary conference room in 15 Belgrave Square, last week we finally got into our conference and training room
A safe pair of hands
Here at Valkyrie, we like to think we can turn our hands to most things! Recently, a client needed a large safe installed into his
D-Day
Here at Valkyrie, we deem it important to post two articles today due to the significance of the occasions. Her Majesty celebrating 70 years of
Jubilee Weekend
After two bank holidays, Trooping the Colour, a pop concert, a thanksgiving service and a pageant, the four-day Platinum Jubilee celebrations have ended. Here at
The Queen’s Jubilee
Here at Valkyrie, we would like to offer Her Majesty The Queen many congratulations on being the first British Monarch to serve Her duty for
Cricket!
A big thank you to Jastar Capital for hosting a cricket match (Friday 27th May) between Jastar and the Agents at Fleet Cricket Club, Calthorpe
Catch up
Great to meet up with my old Boss and Google VP Global Security, Chris Rackow Wednesday afternoon at the Antelope pub, 22 Eaton Terrace, Belgravia – great old pub!
Van security
Van and work tool theft In recent weeks two of our security partners have reported break-ins to their work vans. There is also an increase
Staff Cybersecurity issues
With over 90% of successful cyber-attacks requiring human interaction, your employees are now the number one point of entry for cybercriminals looking to harm your
Another busy day
Yesterday was a typically busy day, here at VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED. In the morning, Gurpreet Thathy, Mike Moran M Syl and I had a Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM), ‘bug
Surveillance task
Earlier this week, I was on a task for a client in the Mayfair area. After the task, I walked around the local area and stumbled
Background checks
Here at VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED, one of the services we provide are background checks on individuals. This became a valuable resource during my police career, especially during
Personal Security
This week, I am training a client in the art of counter surveillance (CS). A skill I was taught by the Security Services and the Police.
HMQ
Today is the 96th birthday of Her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth. On behalf of everyone here at VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED, we would like to wish Her Majesty
St Georges Day
Tomorrow is St. George’s Day and here at VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED, we like to celebrate our patron saint. St. George’s Day used to be a national holiday
Hotel Security
Last week our director of cyber security and countermeasures, Gurpreet Thathy was on an overseas task for a client. The job went well and the client was
Networking
Yesterday, I had a meeting with Simon P. Wagstaff BEM who is the CEO of the ASA Group. The ASA Group provide similar services to VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED, but
Always Busy…
This week has and remains busy with a variety of tasks being conducted by the team. Although Client taskings will always take priority, here at VALKYRIE
Social
n a recent Quantum Group social event Gurpreet Thathy represented VALKYRIE (GB) LIMITED and joined the rest of the group in a spot of bowling at the All Star Lanes, Westfield