Coinciding with the Securex 2025 exhibition held at Gallagher Estate this week, Integrated Convoy Protection (ICP) has launched three new security vehicle models: a new double cab version of its Mahindra-based Light Security Vehicle (LSV), as well as new versions of its Super Bulk CIT and UD-based Retail CIT vehicles.
The original single cab version of the LSV was launched at the 2023 edition of Securex two years ago. It features a cab armoured to B6 level, which provides protection against assault rifles, including the AK-47 (7.62×39 mm), R5 (5.56×45 mm) and R1 (7.52×51 mm). The Mahindra Pik Up-based vehicle is one of the most cost effective ballistic protected patrol vehicles on the market, costing less than R1 million for the base model. Available in 2×4 or 4×4 configuration, the vehicle is ideally suited for patrolling and guarding operations.
The double cab LSV was officially launched on Wednesday 4 June, at the offices of a private security contractor – its launch customer. It is powered by a 2.2 litre diesel engine driving a six-speed automatic transmission. GVM is 3 450 kg.
Nadine Rynners, Integrated Convoy Protection CEO, said there has been a lot of interest in the LSV from the African market, especially as there is a trend towards smaller, lighter vehicles. Feedback from single cab users has been excellent, she added, but believes there is a bigger requirement for a double cab as it can be used for example by canine units, or to carry extra equipment.
At Securex 2025, ICP REVA also displayed its next-generation REVA Super Bulk high value security vehicle and UD-based Retail cash in transit vehicle. Since they were launched two years ago, they have been significantly upgraded: the Super Bulk carrier is larger and offers unrivalled overmatch protection against both ballistic and blast threats, while the Retail version is available with a new drivetrain, increasing engine power by 50%.
The REVA Super Bulk CIT vehicle features a full STANAG Level 1 (kinetic energy) protected armoured body with a low centre of gravity. With a GVM just below 16 tons, it is fitted with next-generation blast-tested safes, increasing blast protection. The protected payload has been increased by a third. It is powered by a Cummins 5.9 litre diesel engine developing 230 hp, driving a six-speed Allison 2500P automatic transmission.
The Retail CIT vehicle is powered by a 5.1 litre UD diesel engine providing 210 hp and paired with a six-speed Allison 2500P automatic transmission. This vehicle also provides STANAG Level 1 protection at a GVM of 9 tons.
The Super Bulk and Retail CIT vehicles at Securex 2025 were both in Fidelity colours as the security company is the launch customer. Rynners said Fidelity is “very satisfied” with the vehicles.
Drawing on its extensive military experience countering improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and manufacturing military vehicles, Integrated Convoy Protection has also developed blast resistant safes, which are developed specifically for the cash in transit industry to protect against bombings. The safes have undergone several rounds of blast testing by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and have successfully withstood several CIT bombings in operation over the past year and half.
The safe range has been expanded and at this year’s Securex ICP launched a new range of Kaboom custom-built safes, which comply to SANAS (South African National Accreditation System). These can be built to customer specifications or on standard specifications and have attracted a lot of interest, especially from security companies and gun shop owners, Rynners said.
Also showcased for the security industry at Securex was the REVA Security vehicle, based on the REVA III armoured personnel carrier (APC). Rynners said many have been sold in South Africa, particularly to security companies providing protection services to mining companies. At the show, the vehicle was fitted with a gunshot detection system, rapid response drones, and a command and control centre supplied by local company Risk Diversion, which offers digital forensics and other services.
ICP REVA is pushing hard into the growing commercial security vehicle market, and has a 50:50 spread between civil and military sectors. “There has been very good growth in South Africa,” Rynners said. “The local security market has exploded and we are very fortunate to have gotten involved in that.”
