Protection Barriers

Protection Barriers is a company specializing in transport infrastructure, providing essential services for the construction and maintenance of roadways and transport systems. The company has been involved in significant contracts within the industry and has gained recognition for its work, though it has also faced accusations related to corrupt practices such as bribery.

CCI Score

-50.28

-9.86% July 21

Latest Event

ICAC Raids Signal Unethical Practices at Protection Barriers

ICAC conducted raids on Protection Barriers Pty Ltd, a government contractor that secured more than $110 million in tenders from Transport for NSW over the past decade. The investigation raises serious questions about corruption and potential bribery in the company's business practices.

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Protection Barriers is currently rated as a Quisling.

-44 to -59 CCI Score

These companies are fully aligned with authoritarian regimes. They not only support but also enforce oppressive policies, playing a significant role in the regime’s operational apparatus and contributing directly to its consolidation of power.

Latest Events

OCT

11

2024

ICAC Raids Signal Unethical Practices at Protection Barriers
-37.02

ICAC conducted raids on Protection Barriers Pty Ltd, a government contractor that secured more than $110 million in tenders from Transport for NSW over the past decade. The investigation raises serious questions about corruption and potential bribery in the company's business practices.
-40

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

July 20

The ICAC raid is indicative of potentially corrupt business practices at Protection Barriers, raising suspicions of bribery and regulatory circumvention. Such actions compromise ethical business standards and public trust, aligning with concerns over corporate complicity in undermining democratic processes.

ICAC raids on government contractor Protection Barriers Pty Ltd
SEP

30

2024

Protection Barriers Implicated in Bribery Scheme
-70.00

An ICAC investigation into corrupt procurement practices at Transport for NSW revealed that Protection Barriers received approximately $100 million between April 2020 and September 2024 as part of a bribery scheme. Funds were allegedly used for extravagant purchases including luxury properties, a superyacht, and expensive vehicles, contributing to the firm's eventual administration.
JAN

01

2021

Corrupt crypto transfers linked to Protection Barriers
-43.82

ICAC is investigating allegations that Protection Barriers director Meshel Chellew engaged in corrupt practices by coordinating illicit cryptocurrency transfers with Transport for NSW manager Ibrahim Helmy. WhatsApp messages from 2021, including a callous 'I am richer haha' remark after a transfer, have raised concerns over how kickbacks and corrupt relationships helped secure contracts amounting to at least $343 million.
-60

Public and Political Behavior

July 20

The involvement of a Protection Barriers director in communications that appear to endorse unethical behavior undermines transparent public and political practices. Such corruption can erode democratic accountability and may contribute to a political climate receptive to authoritarian influence.

‘I am richer haha’: Fugitive transport manager’s message after $150,000 crypto transfer
-80

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

July 20

The alleged orchestration of cryptocurrency transfers as part of bribery and kickback schemes reflects deeply unethical business practices. Such behavior not only violates industry standards but also helps to sustain corrupt networks that can underpin authoritarian power structures.

‘I am richer haha’: Fugitive transport manager’s message after $150,000 crypto transfer