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International Port Security

International Port Security. Captain Kevin S. Cook Chief, Marine Safety Division U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area Portsmouth, Virginia. Security Is Integral To A Port’s Competitive Position. LIMBURG impact on Yemen. TEUs 1999. TEUs 2000. TEUs 2001. TEUs 2002. TEUs 2003. 45000. 40000.

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International Port Security

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  1. International Port Security Captain Kevin S. Cook Chief, Marine Safety Division U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic AreaPortsmouth, Virginia

  2. Security Is Integral To A Port’s Competitive Position

  3. LIMBURG impact on Yemen

  4. TEUs 1999 TEUs 2000 TEUs 2001 TEUs 2002 TEUs 2003 45000 40000 35000 30000 25000 TEU's 20000 15000 10000 5000 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Month The Aftermath of the LIMBURG ADEN CONTAINER TERMINAL (ACT) THROUGHPUT 1999 - 2003

  5. Developed concurrently with ISPS Code Aligns with SOLAS and ISPS Code Some terminology is different Applicability to non-U.S. flag vessels? 33 CFR 104.105(c) clearly indicates that valid ISSC will attest to ship’s compliance with SOLAS and ISPS Code. U.S. Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA)

  6. Level three: “Incident Imminent” Exceptional protective security measures, lasting for the period of time when there is probable or imminent risk of a security incident. Security Levels Level two: “Heightened Risk” Enhanced protective security measures, applying for the period of time when there is a heightened risk of a security incident. Level one: “Normal” Minimum appropriate protective security measures must be maintained at all times MARSEC Level  Security Level

  7. Port Facility Boundaries (USCG) • Extends from ship/port interface to inner-most security perimeter • Passenger ships • Where stored, handled, processed: • Explosives • Dangerous cargos • LNG • Liquefied hazardous gas • Oil • Hazardous materials in bulk

  8. MTSA & The International Port Security Program

  9. International Port Security Program Protect global shipping industry by sharing and aligning maritime security practices. Implemented Summer of 2004 Traveling team to visit 45 countries per year Liaison Officers stationed around the world to share information on best practices

  10. International Port Security Program • Interpretations of ISPS Code • Exchange “best practices” • Improve communication • Understand approach to maritime security

  11. Areas of Interest During Visits • Organization of Port Facility • Measures in Place • Ship/Port Interface Operations • Training/Exercises

  12. OAS Countries Visited • Brazil • Panama • Guatemala • Honduras • Bahamas • Colombia • Mexico • Venezuela • Ecuador • Dominican Republic • Chile • Costa Rica • Jamaica • Trinidad & Tobago • Peru • Argentina • Netherlands Antilles

  13. Reciprocal Visits to the USA As of December 1, 2005: • European Commission (Italy, Netherlands, U.K., Belgium, France) • Russia • Norway • Korea • Canada (ongoing exchanges) Preparations for future visit: • Argentina • Costa Rica

  14. USCG ISPS Website Sharing of Best Practices: www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/mp/xfaqs.html

  15. Best Practices

  16. Best PracticesMore Examples • 3 stage plan for ISPS implementation, distributing costs over 3 year period. • Integration of five agencies into one new agency with exclusive authority over ISPS implementation • Entirely new port security training center • Frequent moves of security personnel to reduce corruption • Portable guard posts to randomly cover different port areas

  17. Advantages of Implementation, & Compliance • Reduce Terrorist Threat • Maintain Competitive Position • Expedite Trade with the U.S. • Improve Efficiency • Reduce Theft

  18. Summary Effective Port and Maritime Security needs to be an integrated aspect of port management for a port to be competitive and to entice shippers looking for reliable transport of goods to the United States.

  19. QUESTIONS?

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