Homeland Security Ships and Ports © All Copyright GT Aviation 2004 G.T Consulting.
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Homeland SecurityShips and Ports
© All Copyright GT Aviation 2004 G.T Consulting
Homeland SecurityShips and Ports
As the aircraft sector continues to raise its guard, major ship and port installations will become the next target for the terrorist?
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International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) Code
The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) adopted at the ISPS at the Diplomatic Conference on Marine Safety of Life at Sea in 2002.
Part A – Mandated requirements (effective from July 2004)
Part B – Guidance provisions
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ISPS CodeObjectives
Establish International framework Establish roles and responsibilities Ensure early and efficient cooperation Provide a methodology for security
(assessments and plans) Ensure confidence
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ISPS CodeRequirements
Gather, assess and exchange information Maintenance of communication protocols Prevention of unauthorised access Prevention of weapons and explosives Provision of alert and alarm Provision of a security plan Provision of training, drills and exercises
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ISPS CodeApplication
Passenger Ships (over 500 gross tons)
Cargo ships including high speed craft
Mobile offshore drilling units
Port facilities
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ISPS CodeObligations
Produce a security plan Statement of authority for security and
safety (within the ship or facility) Engage the support of contracting
Governments when necessary Security officer to be provided with
necessary support, training and facilities
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Security Levels
Level 1 – Normal Operations
Level 2 – Heightened risk of incident
Level 3 – Exceptional risk of imminent incident
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Vulnerability Assessment
Evaluate potential consequences for:
Loss of life Loss of assets Loss of trade Economic implications Political implications
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Potential Threat Targets
Pier structures Breakwater structures and harbour entrances Ferry ramps Ships hulls;
Cruise Liners Ferries Bulk Carriers
Passenger Terminal buildings Ship containers
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Layered Security
Layer 1- Local intruder detection & security
Layer 2 -Cargo, passenger & ship inspections
Layer 3 - Network Centric surveillance
Layer 4 - International Collaboration SL3
SL2-3
SL2
SL1
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Timeline
9/11
2001 2002 2003 2004 20051/7
Twin towers USA
ISPS Code implemented
MSC agreed new port security measures
11/11
OMO adopted new security Provisions
12/1210/30
US Homeland Security Director appointed
US Homeland Security office set up in Washington DC
1/27
US provision for $600m for anti terrorism
3/7
US MSST’s 500 boats procured
3/31
US pledges $179B in port security grants
12/10
UK commitment to spend?
Summary
Maritime security is the next line of defence in the anti terror arena ?
Early warning through surveillance Deterrence through implementation Rapid insertion and integration of technology
crucial to success Driven by US intelligence and initiatives Commitment to spend is likely soon
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Questions
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