Maritime Security Resources
This information is provided as a resource for Members interested in Maritime Security. It has been divided into four subject groups:
A - Mandatory Programs
B - Voluntary Programs
C - Other Security Related Information
D - UK Club Circulars
......................................................................................
A - Mandatory Programs
1. IMO Regulations
The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code was adopted by IMO in December of 2002, and included in Chapter XI-2 of the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS). The ISPS Code is a comprehensive mandatory security regime for international shipping and port operations.
A complimentary copy of the new ICS Guidance on the International Ship and Port Facility (ISPS) CodeŠ has been sent to Members. Click on the link above to see a pdf version of the ICS Guidance on the Encyclopaedia.
The compliance deadline for the Code is 1st July 2004. See the attached ICS report of discussion of compliance issues considered at IMO's Maritime Safety Committee in May 2004.
2. U.S. Maritime Transportation and Security Act of 2002
The U.S. Congress passed the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) of 2002 on 14 November 2002. The Act seeks to enhance maritime security in a manner that maximizes benefits while minimizing costs. When fully implemented, these regulations will impose broad security requirements on the both the U.S. domestic and international marine industry.
3. 96-Hour Advance Notification of Arrival
Immediately following the September 11th terrorist attacks on the U.S., the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) implemented new security screening procedures to facilitate vessel boarding efforts. In accordance with the rule in 33 CFR Part 160, all vessels inbound to a U.S. port must provide a Notification of Arrival (NOA) 96 hours in advance of the vessel's arrival. In addition, a Notice of Departure (NOD) must also be filed.
4. INS Crewmember Security Plans
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) have entered into agreements in several U.S. ports to ensure that detained foreign crewmembers do not disembark from their vessels while in U.S. waters. Although no formal regulations have been published, both agencies have authority under existing federal regulations (Title 50 USC Section 191, and 33 CFR Part 6, and Title 33 USC Section 1226 among others) to ensure that detained crewmembers (as determined by INS) remain on board their vessels.
5. NVIC 4-02: Security for Passenger Vessels and Passenger Terminals
The U.S. Coast Guard issued its fourth Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular of 2002 on 29 March 2002. NVIC 4-02 is aimed at large passenger vessels and terminals. It names and defines security levels, and provides new security measures and expected performance standards for each measure. It is intended to elevate the baseline standard for security to meet the increased threat of terrorism. NVIC 4-02 was compiled from previous U.S. security regulations, and the proposed IMO regulations contained in IMO Circular 443.
6. NVIC 9-02: Guidelines for Port Security Committees and Port Security Plans
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) issued its ninth Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular of 2002 on 30 September 2002. NVIC 9-02 provides guidance to USCG field commanders on how to develop Port Security Committees (PSC) and Port Security Plans (PSP).
7. NVIC 10-02: Security Guidelines for Vessels
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) issued its tenth Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular of 2002 on 21 October 2002. NVIC 10-02 provides security requirements for U.S. vessels. NVIC 10-02 was compiled from previous U.S. security regulations and the proposed International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations contained in IMO Circular 443. Virtually all the NVIC 10-02 requirements are included in International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code).
8. NVIC 11-02: Recommended Security Guidelines for Facilities
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) issued its tenth Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular of 2002 on 13 January 2003. NVIC 11-02 applies to certain U.S. port facilities as defined in the NVIC and contains port facility security requirements similar to the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
B - Voluntary Programs
1. Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)
In recognition of the need for new anti-terrorism initiatives after the September 11th terrorist attacks on the U.S., the U.S. Customs developed C-TPAT and the Container Security Initiative (CSI). (CSI is explained elsewhere in the TT web page.) C-TPAT is a voluntary program modelled on the U.S. Custom’s narcotics smuggling prevention programs - "Carrier Initiative Program" and "Super Carrier Initiative Program". The intent of C-TPAT is for businesses participating in the supply chain to partner with U.S. Customs in their efforts to improve security. C-TPAT and CSI are part of the international initiatives to improve and enhance security arrangements throughout the supply chain.
2. Container Security Initiative (CSI)
The U.S. Customs launched the Container Security Initiative (CSI) in January 2002 to reduce the risk of global containerized cargos being exploited by terrorists. Some 200 million cargo containers move annually among the world’s top seaports, and nearly 50 percent of the value of all U.S. imports arrives via cargo containers.
3. Operation Safe Commerce
Operation Safe Commerce (OSC) is a public-private partnership established in the U.S. to improve security throughout international and domestic supply chains. This initiative began in New England as a local public-private partnership where Federal, State and local law enforcement, with input from the private sector, developed a plan to test available technology and procedures in order to increase the security of U.S. supply chains.
C - Other Security Related Information
1. ONI Worldwide Threat to Shipping
This message provides information on threat to and criminal action against merchant shipping worldwide and is dated 3 March 2003.
2. Piracy
The ICS/ISF have published a 4th edition of Pirates and Armed Robbers - Guidelines on Prevention for Masters and Ship Security Officers. This latest edition takes into account the ISPS Code providing useful training material and gives advice on current piracy danger areas.
This publication is available from Marisec Publications.
D - UK Club Circulars
|
