Here are reputable Malaysian companies that advertise professional close-protection / bodyguard services, plus quick notes and how to choose between them. (I looked up each provider’s service pages to confirm they offer executive/VIP/close-protection services in Malaysia.) (thss.com.my)

Recommended providers (representative — not an exhaustive list)

• Total High Security Services (Executive Protection / VIP bodyguard services). Operates in KL and nationally and emphasises advance planning and protective intelligence. (thss.com.my)
• G.T. Security Services (close-protection / bodyguard services; KDN / Private Agencies Act–compliant staff, former police/military personnel; nationwide coverage). (gtsecurity.com.my)
• Nemesis Security (VIP & executive protection, secure transport, threat assessment and event protection). (nemesissecurity.com.my)
• MVD International (close protection / Executive Protection Operatives for high-profile clients; advanced driving and emergency response teams). (mvdinternational.my)
• Empire Eagle Security (personal armed/plain-clothes bodyguards, claims experience with VVIPs and high-net-worth clients). (empireeagle.com.my)
• Karokam Sdn Bhd (close protection / VIP protection with experienced staff and SOPs; KL-based). (karokam.com.my)
• Regal Guardforce, Titan Force and other established security firms — many larger manned-guard companies also provide close protection teams or can arrange bespoke protection details. (titanforce.com.my)

How to choose the best company for your needs

• Licensing & legal compliance: confirm the company is licensed under Malaysia’s Private Agencies Act and registered with KDN (or other local regulatory bodies). Many reputable firms state this on their site or can produce proof on request. (gtsecurity.com.my)
• Personnel background and training: ask whether operatives are ex-police/military, what close-protection certifications they hold, medical/first-aid and defensive-driving qualifications, and whether they receive continuous training. (gtsecurity.com.my)
• Scope of service and SOPs: ensure the firm provides advance venue/route checks, protective intelligence, secure transport, emergency response and written Standard Operating Procedures for your detail. (thss.com.my)
• Armed vs unarmed & local legality: clarify whether you need armed guards (legal and tightly regulated in Malaysia) and whether the company can legally provide armed protection for your situation. (gtsecurity.com.my)
• References and confidentiality: request client references (or at least testimonials) and a non-disclosure/confidentiality agreement for high-profile clients. (karokam.com.my)
• Insurance and liability: confirm public liability and professional indemnity coverage for protection operations.
• Cost vs level of risk: ask for a written risk assessment and itemised proposal — higher-risk assignments require more experienced teams and higher fees.

Practical next steps

1. Shortlist 2–3 companies from the names above (or others you find locally).
2. Request a written proposal that includes: risk assessment, team composition & CVs, licences/certificates, SOPs, insurance details, armed/unarmed status, and hourly/daily rates.
3. Ask for a trial day or meet-and-greet with proposed operatives before committing.
4. Verify licences and references in writing.

If you want, I can:

• Narrow this to firms that operate in a specific city (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, etc.).
• Contact-check licensing or pull recent reviews for 2–3 shortlisted companies and provide direct links and phone numbers. (Note: I can look these up now if you want—I’ll fetch contact details and recent client feedback.)