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Portuguese maritime surveillance system
Last May, maritime software developer Max Sea introduced its TZ Coastal Monitoring installation with its partner Seatec in Portugal. The aim of the project was to help the Portuguese government deploy a turnkey maritime surveillance system on its shores and on certain strategic islands.
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NewsFinnish builder wins Norway Defence vessel order
A Finnish boatbuilder has secured a contract to build a safety and support vessel for the Norwegian Defence Material Agency.
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NewsMaritime cyber risk awareness ‘barrelling forward at full pelt’
According to Sarah Stephens of cyber risk advisers JLT Specialty, 2017 will perhaps be remembered for, among other things, being the year that awareness of cyber incidents in the shipping and maritime industry started barrelling forward at full pelt.
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NewsMulti camera recording system
GOST (Global Ocean Security Technologies), a US manufacturer of marine security, tracking, monitoring and video surveillance systems has showcased the next generation higher resolution GOST Watch HD H2O XVR video recording system at the recent Workboat Show.
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NewsAtlas Elektronik Finland successfully completes minelayer modernization
Atlas Elektronik Finland Oy as prime contractor has successfully completed the Mid-Life Upgrade program for three Pansio class inshore minelayers of the Finnish Defence Forces.
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NewsPort of Blyth emergency exercise
A planning exercise testing the Port of Blyth’s preparedness for emergencies and its response to security incidents has taken place.
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Flying submarine envisaged in RN challenge
A futuristic flying fish-styled defence system for the Royal Navy, was envisaged by Saab Seaeye systems engineer, Ali Roy. With defence dangers acute at the waterline, she designed an organic shaped concept with the nimble agility to both fly and swim - to avoid detection or pursue a quarry.
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NewsFirst DNV GL cyber security type approval
Kongsberg Maritime has received DNV GL’s first cyber security type approval for one of its control systems.
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NewsTechnology expert gives members access to real-time security updates
A global technology firm has given its members access to real-time security alerts as they occur around the world.
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NewsDated ship security open to attack
Dated security being used by maritime satcoms companies are leaving vessels open to attack.
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NewsBallistic protection saves lives
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
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First marine type approval system for cyber enabled components
Classification society Lloyd’s Register has released type approval requirements for components within cyber enabled systems on board vessels.
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NewsChess long range coastal surveillance system
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 offshore installations.
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NewsMore cyber awareness training needed to curb attacks
More understanding of cyber threats and recognition that they are increasing is needed, a security expert has declared.
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NewsCerberus sonar installation at OMS
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.
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NewsStainless steel patrol boat
It is easy to see the attraction of using stainless steel as a building material for boats because of the lack of corrosion problems and reduced maintenance during the life of the boat. However there are downsides, one of which of course is the higher cost of the material.
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NewsSomali spike but global piracy still declining
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.
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Cyber security awareness film follows recent Maersk scare
Global maritime cyber security awareness campaign, Be Cyber Aware at Sea, has collaborated with Fidra Films to launch a new film which aims to highlight the vital and increasing importance of cyber security across the maritime industry.
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NewsBIMCO issues cyber security guidance
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.
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NewsIntegrated CCTV system for port and ferry terminal security
Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) provide efficient, cost-effective harbour and port infrastructure services for operators and communities in and around Scotland, UK. The company owns and manages 26 ports, harbours and slipways, as well as the infrastructure necessary for vital ferry services serving the West coast of Scotland and the ...
