Security

A global technology firm has given its members access to real-time security alerts as they occur around the world.

Dated security being used by maritime satcoms companies are leaving vessels open to attack.

SuperShield ballistic protection by South African vessel manufacturer Nautic Africa has ensured the safety of a patrol vessel’s crew in a recent pirate attack off the coast of Nigeria

There is an expanding requirement for coastal surveillance both as a means of countering potential terrorist threats and for border intrusions and this requirement can extend to monitoring wind farms and other…

More understanding of cyber threats and recognition that they are increasing is needed, a security expert has declared.

UK-headquartered Ocean Marine Systems (OMS) has completed the factory installation of Atlas Elektronik UK’s Cerberus Yacht Sonar system at its premises, in partnership with a UK-based security consultant.

London-headquartered specialist risk consultancy Control Risks has recorded a 15% decrease in global maritime security incidents in the first half of 2017, compared with the same period in 2016.

The second edition of BIMCO’s ‘Guidelines on Cyber Security Onboard Ships’ issues guidance on insurance and how to handle cyber security during port calls.