Westwood International Ltd
Westwood International Ltd is an international manufacturers representative and distribution company based in London, United Kingdom. Established in 1990, the company has developed a footprint across European, Middle Eastern and African markets, focusing on security, safety and defence sectors. The organization positions itself as a supplier of a diverse range of protective and operational equipment designed for governmental, military, police and emergency services applications. Its portfolio includes items such as fragmentation jackets, military boots, fire engine trucks, fire extinguishers, search and rescue equipment, rescue vehicles, police batons and berets, among other related products. Westwood International emphasizes high quality, reliable delivery, onsite training and full manufacturer warranties for goods sold, underscoring a comprehensive service model that extends beyond product provision to support and after-sales assurance.
Over the years, Westwood International has collaborated with manufacturers in the United Kingdom and the Far East to develop and supply specialized protective gear, including bulletproof jackets, ballistic helmets and military fabrics that meet BSI trademark standards. The company has established distributorships with notable partners such as Ziegler GmbH and ADMAC Carmichael, reflecting its strategy of aligning with established manufacturers to extend its market reach. This collaborative approach enables Westwood International to offer a broad spectrum of equipment tailored to the operational needs of its clients while maintaining quality and standardization across diverse environments.
The firm has engaged in partnerships with international agencies to equip personnel with protective gear and equipment for field operations. Notable collaborations have included organizations like UNMAS, ECOMIL and UNAMID, supporting missions and operations in regions such as Sierra Leone, Malaysia, Liberia and East Timor. These engagements illustrate the company’s capability to mobilize and deliver specialised equipment to complex and demanding environments, reinforcing its role as a reliable supplier for security, safety and defence operations.
In addition to its core protective equipment offerings, Westwood International has built a specialty in high-specification vehicles and rescue equipment for industrial sectors. The company highlights its work in producing and delivering fire engine trucks, water cranes and rescue vehicles tailored to the needs of oil and petroleum industry operations in countries such as Libya and Nigeria. Furthermore, it offers specialist search and rescue equipment, including devices like the Delsar Life Detector and related breathing systems, aiming to provide a full-service solution for critical safety scenarios. The combination of product breadth, manufacturing collaboration, international partnerships and mission-focused deployments positions Westwood International as a diversified supplier within the security, safety and defence supply chain.
