Centigon security Group

Centigon Security Group

A unique heritage

Centigon's History

For more than a century, the companies that comprise the Centigon Security Group have been known as the premier coachbuilding and armoring operations in the world. Merging the legacies of such historical brands as Sayers & Scovill, Trasco, O'Gara, Hess & Eisenhardt, Labbé and Centigon, the Group represents the pinnacle of mobile armored solutions, including experience protecting United States Presidents, beginning with President Harry S. Truman in 1951.

With almost 10 decades of industry leading experience, 45 current Heads-of-State limousines in operation and an extensive list of OEM partnerships and technology sharing agreements, Centigon Security Group has an unparalleled ability to provide you with complete Commercial and Military solutions that stand the test of time.

1876

« The Heritage begins »

1876
1941

Centigon's History

The Heritage begins

Cincinnati, Ohio, 1876. William A. Sayers and Andrew K. Scovill forged a relationship and a new business was born, the Sayers & Scovill carriage-making company. Andrew was an active partner and quickly learned the carriage trade. His manufacturing expertise allowed the company to improve products rapidly and helped propel the business to the forefront of the industry. Hiring Emil Hess and Charles A. Eisenhardt as office boys, the business took off.


1941

« The Armoured Area »

1941
1981

Centigon's History

The Armoured Area

With its 65-year history behind it, the Hess & Eisenhardt Company became actively involved in the business of mobile protection, culminating in the first of its kind vehicle, an armored limousine for U.S. President Harry Truman. This set the stage for a long-term relationship with the White House, lasting until 1992, when the business was taken in house by the Secret Service.



Continuing the tradition of unique vehicles, many well-known celebrities including Clark Gable purchased custom vehicles from the company, complementing the growing list of heads-of-state trusting their lives to the Hess & Eisenhardt team.


 

1982

« The Move to Mass Production »

1982
2001

Centigon's History

The Move to Mass Production

While the custom coach business found less traction in the early 1980s, the fledgling armored limousine and military business grew worldwide at an incredible rate. High profile clients came to O'Gara, Hess & Eisenhardt for custom vehicles in all shapes and sizes. With success in the world market and a thriving armored vehicle business, the O'Gara team set their sights on military contracts, leading to an acquisition by Armor Holdings, Inc.

Meanwhile, the company was also growing by conducting several  acquisitions in South American market. The First factory of Centigon Security Group was established in Mexico City in 1995, followed by Bogota factory in Colombia in 1998. Finally, in 2001, Centigon successfully opened its new factory in Caracas, the capital city of Venezuela.



2001

« Mobile Security Specialists »

2001
2007

Centigon's History

Mobile Security Specialists

As the military and commercial business grew, a new brand was needed to combine the various companies purchased during the peak growth in the late 90s and early 2000s. With several new exclusive relationships with OE manufacturers secured, a new corporate entity was created to combine a fractured enterprise under one banner, bringing together names such as Trasco and Labbé. The Centigon brand was born in 2005 and the worldwide operation was united.


2008

« The Creation of Centigon Group »

2008
2015

Centigon's History

The Creation of Centigon Group

Early 2008, the Centigon Security Group was created. With six factories and over 800 employees worldwide, CSG offers a complete lineup of commercial and military solutions, tested in the lab and in the field to ensure that each vehicle meets the strictest of independent standards. Join the thousands of satisfied clients by contacting one of our regional consultants today.

In the end of 2014, the Centigon Security Group is acquired by Asian capital. Centigon's new shareholders  has redefined the objective and strategy for group's future development and globalization.

2016

« Centigon Security Group »

2016
Now

Centigon's History

Centigon Security Group

Centigon's factories around the world are still growing and innovating. The Mexican division has opened a new Show-Room in Monterrey while Centigon France SAS is promoting its new vehicles for Police Special Forces, such as CGSU or GIGN. The company is also developing a brand new line of products dedicated to the Riot and Crowd Control.

Nevertheless, Centigon is still developing its OEM partnerships. In particular in Asia with manufacturers such as DongFeng and Brillance.

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