Homeland SecurityShips and Ports

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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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