Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) is a critical security measure designed to protect people, buildings and infrastructure from vehicle borne threats, including vehicle attacks and hostile vehicle incursions. As risks associated with vehicle borne attacks continue to rise across city centres, public events and high-risk sites, effective hostile vehicle mitigation measures are no longer optional, they are essential.
Our full range of hostile vehicle mitigation products is developed to protect public spaces, secure access points and prevent unauthorised vehicle access while maintaining pedestrian movement, traffic flow and emergency access where required.
HVM Barriers & Vehicle Security Solutions
We offer a comprehensive range of HVM barriers and vehicle mitigation solutions to suit permanent, temporary and rapid deployment requirements.
HVM Bollards
Our HVM bollards include:
- Static bollards
- Mid depth foundation bollards
- Super shallow foundation bollards
- Stainless steel bollards, galvanised bollards and steel bollards
- Telescopic bollards, retractable bollards and foldable bollards
These security bollards are ideal for protecting localised areas, controlling vehicle access and safeguarding pedestrians without compromising the appearance of street furniture in public areas.
Vehicle Security Barriers & Road Blockers
For sites requiring higher levels of protection, our barrier systems include:
- Counter terrorism road blockers and traffic barriers
- Concrete security blocks
- Temporary vehicle security barriers for public events
Each barrier is engineered to deliver reliable protection against hostile vehicle threats while supporting occasional access and controlled vehicle movement.
Tested, Certified and Built to Perform
All hostile vehicle mitigation systems are rigorously tested using recognised test methods including PAS 68 and IWA 14 vehicle impact testing. These standards, developed by the British Standards Institute (BSI), are widely regarded as the security industry’s benchmark for vehicle mitigation.
Our HVM products feature:
- Crash tested and impact tested designs
- Tested arrays with verified impact penetration results
- Published metre counts and test speed data
- Compliance with publicly available specification and BSI PAS guidance
- Proven performance against slow vehicles and high-speed vehicle threats
This ensures every solution delivers predictable, reliable protection you can trust.
Designed for the Real World
Effective vehicle mitigation is about more than stopping a vehicle. Our HVM systems are developed with real-world usability in mind, balancing security, access and aesthetics.
Key design considerations include:
- Shallow embedment depth and foundation type flexibility
- Load carrying capability and foundation depth optimisation
- Anti tamper locking mechanisms
- Integration with pedestrian movement and traffic flow
- Minimal ground disruption during installation
From stainless steel bollards in city centres to rapid deployment barriers for public events, each solution is designed to secure sites without compromising usability.
Protecting People, Places and Spaces from Vehicle-Borne Threats
Whether you are protecting buildings, public realm schemes or high-risk sites, our hostile vehicle mitigation solutions offer a proven, scalable approach to perimeter protection. With solutions suitable for similar end user groups across the public and private sectors, our HVM systems help protect people, prevent terrorism-related vehicle attacks and deliver peace of mind.
For further information, technical guidance or to discuss the right solution for your site, speak to our experienced sales team.
Hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) is a security solution designed to prevent vehicle borne attacks by stopping or slowing hostile vehicles before they reach pedestrians, buildings or sensitive sites.
HVM systems protect against vehicle threats including terrorist vehicles, unauthorised access by hostile vehicles, slow vehicles attempting forced entry and high-speed vehicle borne attacks.
Yes. Our hostile vehicle mitigation barriers are crash tested using recognised vehicle impact testing standards such as PAS 68 and IWA 14, ensuring proven performance under real-world conditions.
Vehicle mitigation products are tested to BSI PAS standards developed by the British Standards Institute, including PAS 68 and IWA 14, which define test speed, vehicle types, vehicle’s mass and impact penetration criteria.
Yes. Many HVM measures are designed to support emergency access and occasional access through minimum spacing, retractable bollards, telescopic security posts and removable barrier systems.
Options include shallow foundation, mid depth foundation and super shallow foundation bollards, allowing installation in challenging ground conditions or areas with limited services depth.
Typical sites include government buildings, shopping centres, airports, city centres, commercial premises, public areas, critical infrastructure and publicly accessible sites.
Absolutely. Many HVM bollards are designed as discreet street bollards or safety bollards, litter bins or cycle stands, blending into the public realm while delivering high levels of protection.
Selection depends on threat level, vehicle category, site layout, access requirements and installation constraints. Our sales team can guide you through the process.











