Montevideo Secure Transportation Services

Executive Protection and Secure Transportation Services in Montevideo

ETS Risk Management has excellent capability and over 6 years experience operating in Montevideo and throughout Uruguay. We have a small team of highly experienced Executive Protection specialists, all of whom stem from Military, Law Enforcement or Intelligence community backgrounds. All have extensive experience in providing Executive Protection for both the public and private sectors.

Our local security team, also comprising several former high-level federal officers, provide a range of travel risk management and secure transportation services across Uruguay. Our team of local, English speaking security drivers all have extensive experience in VIP Protection, secure ground transportation, and risk management in Montevideo. All have received high-level training from Government agencies and have conducted myriad security operations for corporations, HNWI’s and Fortune 500 clients. 

ETS Security Overview - Uruguay

Uruguay, located in South America, is one of the most stable countries in the region. Known for its high standard of living, well-established democracy, and strong rule of law, Travelers and expatriates should be mindful of certain risks, particularly in urban areas and during periods of political or social unrest.

Montevideo, the capital and largest city of Uruguay, is known for its peaceful environment, high quality of life, and cultural richness. It has a stable political climate, low levels of corruption, and a well-developed infrastructure. However, like any major urban center, Montevideo presents some security challenges, particularly related to petty crime, social unrest, and occasional economic disruptions.

Uruguay has seen a rise in crime over the last 3 years, particularly in urban areas like Montevideo and Punta del Este. Petty crimes such as pickpocketing, bag snatching, and vehicle theft are the most common forms of crime, especially in tourist areas such as Ciudad Vieja, the Rambla (waterfront), and bus terminals. Violent crime, including armed robbery, carjacking, and assault is less common but can occur in certain neighborhoods. Organized, and opportunistic criminals alike have been known to target pedestrians and vehicles for valuables, often utilizing mopeds or motorcycles to commit crimes. The local term for the motorbike criminal teams is Motochorros, and often they work in pairs. 

Road traffic crashes (RTCs) are common and overland transportation in Uruguay is often unpredictable and potentially dangerous outside of Montevideo due to the poorly maintained infrastructure, as well as a poor police presence. Heavy traffic congestion in Montevideo increases the risk of being targeted while stopped in heavy traffic, at traffic lights, or junctions by criminal groups.

 

All clients utilizing our services get free access to the ExploreSecure® Travel Security Training.