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SECTOR TRANSPORT & DIST.

Fire & Security
Systems for
Transport & Distribution

Centurion installs fire alarms, warehouse CCTV and access control for distribution centres, depots and logistics sites. NSI Gold accredited, with systems maintained to BS 5839-1.

  • NSI Gold Accredited
  • BAFE Registered
  • Paxton Gold Partner
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About this sector

Centurion in transport & distribution

Transport and distribution sites face complex fire and security demands. High-bay warehouses, loading bays and vehicle yards create wide-area detection zones, while 24-hour operations compress maintenance windows and require systems that perform without interruption.

Centurion has worked across logistics and distribution for over a decade, covering warehouse fire alarm upgrades, multi-site CCTV rollouts and Paxton access control installations. Clients range from regional single-depot operators to national distribution businesses with multiple sites, all requiring consistent standards and centralised compliance records.

Centurion engineers work on live depots, coordinating installation and maintenance around shift patterns and haulage schedules. Systems are commissioned without disrupting throughput, with full documentation for insurers and compliance sign-off.

Standards & Compliance

The regulations that govern your transport & distribution estate

Every system we design is built to meet the statutory guidance, British Standards and sector-specific requirements your site is accountable to.

BS 5839-1

Fire Detection & Alarm Systems

Fire detection in depots, hubs and distribution facilities.

BS EN 62676

CCTV System Standard

Perimeter, loading bay and yard surveillance.

HSWA 1974

Health & Safety at Work Act

Employer fire safety obligations in logistics environments.

ATEX

Explosive Atmospheres

Where fuel, aerosols or flammable goods create atmosphere risk.

ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management

Quality management for multi-site logistics contracts.

NSI Gold

National Security Inspectorate

Highest tier of independent security certification.

What we provide

Fire & security solutions for transport & distribution

Every system is designed around your site's compliance requirements, operational constraints and risk profile - not a generic specification.

  • Fire Detection & Alarm Systems

    From high-bay warehouse detection to loading dock smoke and heat systems, Centurion designs and installs BS 5839-1 compliant fire alarms across all areas of distribution sites. Ongoing maintenance contracts keep systems operational through 24-hour shift cycles.

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  • CCTV & IP Video Surveillance

    Centurion deploys IP and 4K warehouse CCTV across perimeters, loading bays, vehicle yards and internal aisles. Systems are built to BS EN 62676 and can integrate AI video analytics for cargo security, vehicle recognition and yard management.

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  • Access Control & Visitor Management

    Control access to distribution floors, goods-in areas and office blocks with Paxton NET2 and commercial access platforms. Centurion integrates access control with visitor management and CCTV to support throughput security without slowing haulage operations.

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  • Intruder Alarm Systems

    Monitored intruder alarms to BS 8243 protect warehousing, vehicle parks and high-value cargo storage from break-in and cargo crime. Centurion systems integrate with CCTV to reduce false activations and improve response times for insurers.

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Why this sector is different

The challenges we solve

01

Warehouse Scale

High-bay racking, goods-in areas, loading docks and offices each need their own detection and access strategy, integrated into one coherent site-wide system.

02

24/7 Operations

Maintenance and installation works are coordinated around live shift patterns. Centurion engineers plan works to keep throughput unaffected throughout.

03

Cargo Crime & Theft

CCTV and access control protect high-value goods in transit and storage without creating bottlenecks at goods-in and vehicle yard entry points.

04

ATEX & Hazardous Goods

Sites handling fuel, aerosols or flammable goods require ATEX-rated detection and installation. Centurion has the certification and the experience.

05

Multi-Depot Consistency

Distribution operators with multiple sites need one contractor, one specification and centralised compliance records across every location.

Trusted by transport & distribution

Organisations that rely on Centurion

Long-term relationships with logistics operators, distribution businesses and transport companies across Yorkshire and the UK.

Expect Distribution

Family-owned logistics business, 500,000+ sq ft across four West Yorkshire sites Client since 2018

Centurion delivered fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV and Paxton NET2 access control for a new 206,000 sq ft Bradford distribution facility. All systems live on time with zero operational disruption.

Goodyear Tyres

Global tyre manufacturer, UK distribution centre, West Yorkshire Active client since West Yorkshire installation

Centurion installed CCTV to protect high-value stock and secure the perimeter and internal areas of a busy UK distribution centre, aligned to BS EN 62676.

Common questions

Transport & Distribution sector FAQs

We answer the questions transport & distribution facilities managers ask us most. Can't find what you need? Call 0800 590 592.

Can you install and maintain systems on a live depot without disrupting operations?
Yes. Centurion engineers are experienced working on 24-hour logistics sites. We plan installation and maintenance windows around shift patterns and haulage schedules, coordinating directly with site operations teams to ensure throughput is not affected. Full commissioning sign-off is carried out before any live areas are handed back.
Do you handle ATEX environments and sites with hazardous goods?
Yes. Centurion has experience designing and installing fire detection in ATEX-rated environments, including fuel stores, aerosol handling areas and flammable goods warehouses. Equipment specification and installation method are matched to the zone classification required under the ATEX Directive.
Can you cover contracts across multiple depots and distribution sites?
Yes. Centurion works with operators running multiple depots and provides a single specification, one maintenance contract and centralised compliance records. This simplifies insurer requirements and annual testing for multi-site operators, and reduces the administrative burden on your estates and facilities teams.
What fire alarm standard applies to warehouses and distribution centres?
Fire alarm systems in warehouses and distribution facilities must be designed and installed to BS 5839-1. This covers detector type selection, zoning and panel specification for different risk areas including high-bay storage, loading docks and ancillary offices. Centurion designs all systems to this standard as a minimum.
What type of CCTV works best for warehouse and logistics sites?
For warehouse and logistics environments, Centurion typically installs IP 4K CCTV with coverage across loading bays, perimeter fencing, vehicle yards and internal aisles. AI-enabled video analytics can add object recognition and vehicle tracking capabilities, which are particularly effective for reducing cargo theft and monitoring goods-in activity.
Are your access control systems compatible with multi-shift working patterns?
Yes. Centurion installs Paxton NET2 and commercial access platforms that support flexible time-zone programming, suited to sites running multiple shifts or around-the-clock operations. Access permissions can be set per area, adjusted remotely and logged for compliance and audit purposes.