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Operator Essentials Products
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The Trace - Sniper Statue→
We call them the Statues of Liberty.
The Trace - Mortars Tshirt→
Cheers to those who give the enemy 81 and 120mm rain.
The Trace - Mortars Hoodie→
Cheers to those who give the enemy 81 and 120mm rain.
The Trace x Belsof - Back To Back Hoodie→
Two countries backing each other up.
The Trace x Belsof - Back To Back T-shirt →
Two countries backing each other up. The perfect example of how it's done.
The Trace - Earn Your Stripes DTS Collab→
This design is for those who strive to improve 1% everyday, physically and mentally.
The Trace - CQB →
Remember, your real friends already know.
The Trace - Set The Standard→
You don’t follow the standard. You set it. SET THE STANDARD.
The Trace - Light Infantry→
Made for those who get it.
The Trace - Group Therapy →
Made for those who get it.
The Ops Con Microguide Edition 4: The First 90 Days After Leaving Service→
This quick-read micro-guide focuses on what actually matters during those first few months after tra...
THE OPS CON MICRO-GUIDE SPECIAL EDITION: WHITTAKER & CO→
A focused 10-minute read packed with practical financial guidance for new security operatives, cover...
The Ops Con Micro-Guide Edition 3: Reputation, The Currency of Your Career→
A focused 10-minute read packed with practical insight into how reputation is built, how it is damag...
Sabre Technologies - Individual First Aid Kit - IFAK→
Individual First Aid Kit - IFAK
Guardian Warrior Solutions - Bang Hanger→
Bang Hanger - Drop Leg Holster Mount.
Spindrift Tactical - Ear-Pro Downlead Retention→
Spindrift Tactical - Ear-Pro Downlead Retention (EPDR)
Sabre Technologies- Climbing Accessories Loop V.2→
Climbing Accessories Loop - Shooter Belt V.2
Spindrift Tactical - The Commando Sheath™→
Spindrift Tactical - The Commando Sheath™
Sabre Technologies - Dump Pouch Mesh V.1→
Dump Pouch Mesh V.1
Sabre Technologies - Smoke Grenade Pouch V.1→
Smoke Grenade Pouch V.1
Sabre Technologies - Magazine Pouch Single (9x19mm) V.1→
Single Magazine Pouch - 9×19mm
Sabre Technologies - Short Magazine Pouch Single V.1 - (5.56x45mm)→
Short - Single Magazine Pouch V.1
Sabre Technologies - Magazine Pouch Single V.2 - (5.56x45mm)→
Single Magazine Pouch V.2
Sabre Technologies - Communications Radio Pouch - MPU5 V.1→
Communications Radio Pouch - MPU5
Sabre Technologies – SBR-X SAPI Plate Bags V.1→
SBR-X SAPI Ballistic Protection Plate Bag V.1
Sabre Technologies – SBR-X Alpine Conversion Kit (A–Pack) V.1→
Alpine / Extreme Cold Weather (ECW) Conversion Kit V.1
FIVE & 20 White Sports Socks→
Performance socks with something to say.
FIVE & 20 Black Sports Socks→
Performance socks with something to say.
Sabre Technologies - Utility Pouch V.2.5 - Shooters Belt→
Utility Pouch V2.5 - Shooters Belt.
Sabre Technologies - Magazine Retention Flap 50mm (5.56x45mm) V.1→
Magazine Retention Flap 50mm (5.56x45mm) V.1
Sabre Technologies – SBR-X Plate Carrier V2. (Base Carrier)→
Plate Carrier - Scalable Battle Rig - Exoskeletal V2.0
Deadly Customs - Sabre Technologies SBR-X Triple Magazine Placard V.2→
Scalable Battle Rig – Exoskeletal: MFP™ Triple Magazine Placard V.2
The Ops Con Micro-Guide Edition 2: Applying for Professional Roles→
A focused 10-minute read packed with practical guidance on how employers assess applications, what m...
Mug BAIW LOGO→
11oz Mug BAIW LOGO
BAIW Logo T-Shirt→
BAIW Organic Logo T-Shirt
Spindrift Tactical - The TQ Dangler+→
Spindrift Tactical - The TQ Dangler+
Sabre Technologies - SBR-X Back Panel V.1→
Scalable Battle Rig - Exoskeletal: Back Panel V.1
Sabre Technologies - Dangler Admin Pouch V.1→
Dangler Admin Pouch V.1
Sabre Technologies - SOF Remote Large IFAK V.2→
SOF Remote Individual First Aid Kit V.2 (IFAK)
Operator Lounge Products
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The Dara Edition→
Black Alpha Irish Whiskey
The Dara 16→
Irish Single Grain Whiskey - 16 Years Old
The Bren→
The Bren Light Machine Gun was regarded as the principal weapon of an infantry section, providing th...
The Few→
“Never, in the field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few.” – Winston Churchill
The Warspite→
“The Warspite” Cigar is more than just a cigar; it’s a symbol of honour, dedication, and the unwaver...
The Cigar Punch→
Our Cigar Punch was thoughtfully designed to provide an affordable and effective solution for our cu...
The Trident Jet Lighter→
Basic, affordable, wind resistant and gets the job done! The ‘Trident Jet Lighter’ is the perfect to...
The Trident Cutter→
A basic cutter with the Trident logo engraved. The Combi tool of the Trident range… everybody needs ...
The Warspite Box→
Warspite’s Long service, participating in both World War’s. Smashing multiple targets all over the w...
Books & Literature Products
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Prisoners of Geography - Tim Marshall→
Ten Maps That Tell You Everything You Need To Know About Global Politics
Think Yourself Resilient: Harness Your Emotions. Build Your Confidence. Transform Your Life.→
Airborne Forces soldier, psychotherapist and mental resilience coach, James Elliott shows you how to...
Training Courses
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training→
Practical Mental Health First Aid training designed to help individuals recognise signs of poor ment...
Certified Operational Resilience Manager (CORM®)→
A Level 5 operational resilience certification designed to develop advanced capability in resilience...
Certified Crisis Management Professional (CCMP®)→
A Level 5 crisis management certification designed to develop advanced capability in crisis leadersh...
SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Counter Terrorism Protective Security & Preparedness→
An Ofqual-regulated Level 3 qualification developed with NaCTSO to build practical capability in cou...
SFJ Awards Level 4 Certificate for Protective Security Advisers→
An Ofqual-regulated Level 4 qualification designed to develop protective security advisers capable o...
Certified Security Risk Manager (CSRM®)→
An advanced Level 5 security risk management programme designed for professionals responsible for as...
The Ops Con Close Protection Programme→
A selective Close Protection programme delivered in Central London, combining essential theory with ...
SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Counter-Terrorism Protective Security and Preparedness (CTPSaP)→
A nationally recognised Level 3 qualification in counter-terrorism protective security and preparedn...
First Aid at Work (FAW) – Level 3 Award→
Comprehensive blended First Aid at Work course combining 1 day of online learning with 2 days of pra...
First Aid at Work Refresher (FAW Requalification)→
Renew your First Aid at Work qualification with this accredited two day refresher course designed fo...
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Advisor Programme→
A structured hostile environment training pathway for professionals operating in austere and high-ri...
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 3 – Hostile Environment First Aid Training (HEFAT)→
A four-day hostile environment medical course focused on trauma care and casualty management for jou...
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 2 - Media Backwatch Principles→
MODULE 3 - Media Backwatch Principles - An operational awareness course introducing the role of medi...
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 2 - OSINT & Threat Intelligence→
Module 2 - OSINT & Threat Intelligence - An applied course introducing open-source intelligence tech...
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 2 – IED, UXO & Drone Threat Awareness→
Module 1 - IED, UXO & Drone Threat Awareness - An applied operational awareness course covering IED ...
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 1→
Foundations of Safe Operations in Austere & High-Risk Environments - A full-day foundation course in...
HEAT →
Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) prepares individuals to operate confidently and safely...
Hostile Environment First Aid Training (HEFAT)→
Expert-led HEFAT training built on real-world operational experience, tailored to equip you for the ...
London Close Protection Skills and Familiarisation Day→
The London Close Protection Skills and Familiarisation Day is a practical, immersive introduction to...
Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work→
A practical one-day course delivered by an experienced first-aid instructor, providing essential lif...
Level 3 Behavioural Detection Officer (BDO) →
The original and first globally accredited Highfield accredited Level 3 Behavioural Detection Office...
Belgraves of London Chauffeur Training Academy→
Step into the world of elite chauffeuring with Belgraves of London’s eight-day training academy. Dri...
SAFE→
Security Awareness in Fragile Environments (SAFE) is the base training programme specifically create...
First Responder Emergency Care (FREC3)→
This qualification will benefit delegates by providing the knowledge and practical competencies need...
Accredited Covert Human Surveillance Course→
Covert Human Surveillance Course delivered by specialists with backgrounds in UK Special Forces, gov...
Situation & Threat Awareness Specialist (STAS) Training→
The SAS / STAS professional certificate training program was designed to educate an individual in th...
The Principal Protocol→
Learn practical skills in conduct, etiquette, and integration within households, executive teams, an...
Qualsafe UK (FREC 3) Courses→
UK-accredited FREC 3 qualification delivered in South Africa.
Ambulance Diploma – RPL→
Recognition of Prior Learning pathway for experienced practitioners.
Ambulance Diploma Course→
Comprehensive ambulance care and emergency medical training.
CP Medical Assistant Course (CMAC)→
Close Protection Medical Assistant Certification inc. FREC 3 & 4
Ronin™ (SA) Close Protection Course→
Ronin™ (SA) Close Protection Course is an intensive 5-week programme. This comprehensive training pr...
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News & Articles
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Getting Into UK Close Protection? Sort These Five Things Before You Spend a Penny→
Before you book a course or pay a fee, run these five checks. The honest pre-flight checklist for getting into Close Protection, checked against current SIA guidance.
WHAT WE’VE BUILT TOGETHER THE OPS CON SECOND QUARTER IMPACT REPORT→
The second quarter marked a period of measurable growth across The Ops Con platform, expanding our reach, strengthening partnerships, and increasing direct support for the Armed Forces and Blue Light community.
What We’ve Built Together The Ops Con – First Quarter Impact Since Our Platform Launch→
When we relaunched The Ops Con platform in October 2025, we set out with a clear objective: Build something that genuinely creates opportunity.
Scott’s Story | Mission Success→
After a distinguished 24-year career in the British Army, Scott Cox MVO set out to do what many find the most challenging part of service: to transition well.
The Ops Con: 2025 End of Year Round-Up→
As we close out the year and look ahead, we wanted to speak to you directly. Not as a platform or an organisation, but as people who understand service, transition, and the mix of pride, frustration, and uncertainty that can come with both.
Remembrance Sunday: Standing Together, Then and Now→
This Remembrance Sunday, Fraser Coleman (our Founder) and Scott Cox MVO, our Sergeant Major, stood alongside the Afghanistan Veterans Community in London, united in honour, reflection, and shared experience.
Reflections on Ronin SA Poland→
After completing the main phase of the Ronin SA course in Poland, Máté took some time to reflect on his journey, the challenges, the lessons, and the determination that continues to drive him forward.
Living the Mission: The Dorchester Collection Academy Hospitality Masterclass→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Living the Mission: Week Five – The Final Test→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Living the Mission: Week Four – Tactical Precision→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Living the Mission: Scott Cox's Journey – The First Week→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Living the Mission: Scott Cox's Journey – Week Three – Precision Under Pressure→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Living the Mission: Scott Cox's Journey – Week Two at Ronin→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Championing Education in Security as The Ops Con's New Education Ambassador – Professor Phil Wood MBE→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Living the Mission: Scott Cox's Journey with The Ops Con→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Partner Spotlight: Ronin SA – Global Leaders in Close Protection and Medical Training→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
A New Path Forward: The Hospitality Masterclass with The Ops Con & The Dorchester Collection Academy→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Embracing the Challenge: My Journey as an Ops Con Ambassador→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Introducing Rachel Webster: The Ops Con's New Woman's Leader Ambassador→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
Leading from the Front: Scott Cox MVO Ops Con Journey→
Global community of veterans and Blue Light Service members united in helping each other succeed
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