Port security

The majority of goods are transported by sea either in bulk storage or container cargo. All vessels dock at ports throughout the world, these ports can be small or vast complexes with multiple stakeholders sharing the same port area. The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) code from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) allows International and National agencies to implement measures to increase the security of ships and ports.

Two of the main objectives of the ISPS are to ensure ships and ports can collect and pass security related information to the required departments inside and outside of a port facility. Also to have plans and procedures in place that can react to any security threat that may happen within a port area of responsibility.

Security measures like perimeter fencing, surveillance cameras and intrusion devices are common amongst most large ports. Bringing all the pieces together in a simple informational picture is how we can increase either the existing capabilities of a port or allow an effective, cost efficient solution to be installed.

Giving Police, Fire or Medical Teams an instant update of an incident that has occurred within the authority of a port is paramount in restoring normality as soon as possible. This allows stakeholders to pursue their daily activities with the minimum of inconvenience.