EXCLUSIVE: Action Xtreme, Chee Keong Cheung and Andreas Roald’s British outfit, is launching a security division.
AX Risk and Advisory (AXRA) will provide security for “high-net-worth clients, global brands and the film, TV and entertainment industry,” the company said.
Ty Hopkins will be Director of Security & Strategy, with Ioanna Karavela, Head of Production at Action Xtreme serving as COO for AXRA. Cheung will also serve as a Director of the company, which will operate out of Ealing Studios.
AXRA will provide “discreet close protection and event security to technical surveillance counter-measures and crisis management, AXRA delivers intelligent, integrated, and adaptable solutions,” it said today.
The division’s model was used for protection during the filming of Netflix’s African movie Son of the Soil, which filmed entirely on location in Nigeria “across multiple challenging locations,” and active plans are now being made for operations to support shoots in Mexico and Africa.
“AXRA operates with discretion and with a deep understanding of the environments our clients move in,” said Hopkins. “Whether it’s a high-pressure film set, a private residence, or an international event, our mission is to ensure total peace of mind.”
Cheung, the action movie filmmaker, will also oversee Industry Relations at AXRA. “Our productions often involve complex stunts, high-profile talent, and large-scale operations, so we understand the vital role security plays in supporting a smooth and safe filming environment,” he said.
“With AXRA our goal is to build a bridge between world-class security practices and the unique demands of the creative industries-offering support not just for our own productions, but as a trusted partner for international film and TV productions and creative teams across the sector.”
