[PDF] Protecting Our Ports eBook

Author : Suzette R. Grillot
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 22,73 MB
Release : 2016-04-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1317074327

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Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, there has been much discussion of the security of borders and ports of entry in the United States and around the world. Ports of entry, particularly sea ports, are viewed as one of the most defenceless targets for a terrorist attack. In response to this perceived vulnerability, a number of port security initiatives have been implemented both on both a domestic and international level. This timely project investigates a number of issues surrounding the container security issue. It examines the scope of containerized freight security, analyzes cooperation between agents in the United States and abroad, explores the politics of port security, and provides an assessment of 17 of the world's sea ports. The work sheds light on the container security threat and the domestic and international responses that have emerged, as well as those steps that still must be taken.

Author : Suzette R. Grillot
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 32,60 MB
Release : 2016-04-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1317074319

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Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, there has been much discussion of the security of borders and ports of entry in the United States and around the world. Ports of entry, particularly sea ports, are viewed as one of the most defenceless targets for a terrorist attack. In response to this perceived vulnerability, a number of port security initiatives have been implemented both on both a domestic and international level. This timely project investigates a number of issues surrounding the container security issue. It examines the scope of containerized freight security, analyzes cooperation between agents in the United States and abroad, explores the politics of port security, and provides an assessment of 17 of the world's sea ports. The work sheds light on the container security threat and the domestic and international responses that have emerged, as well as those steps that still must be taken.

Author : Ph.D, Daniel J. Benny
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 39,89 MB
Release : 2015-10-09
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1498777473

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In a time when threats against the maritime community have never been greater, Maritime Security: Protection of Marinas, Ports, Small Watercraft, Yachts, and Ships provides a single, comprehensive source of necessary information for understanding and preventing or reducing threats to the maritime community.The book defines what comprises the mariti

Author : John F. Frittelli
Publisher : Nova Publishers
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 25,50 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781590338230

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The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 heightened awareness about the vulnerability to terrorist attack of all modes of transportation. Port security has emerged as a significant part of the overall debate on U.S. homeland security. The U.S. maritime system consists of more than 300 sea and river ports with more than 3,700 cargo and passenger terminals. However, a large fraction of maritime cargo is concentrated at a few major ports. Most ships calling at U.S. ports are foreign owned with foreign crews. Container ships have been the focus of much of the attention on seaport security because they are particularly vulnerable to terrorist infiltration. More than 6 million marine containers enter U.S. ports each year. While the Customs Service analyses cargo information to target specific shipments for closer inspection, it physically inspects only about 2 per cent of the containers. This new book examines the security legislation, which can have significant implications for public safety, the war on terrorism, the U.S. and global economy and federal, state and local homeland security responsibilities. Contents: Introduction; Concerns for Port Security; Features of the U.S. Mariti

Author : United States House of Representatives
Publisher :
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 32,85 MB
Release : 2019-12-09
Category :
ISBN : 9781672729888

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Protecting our commerce: enhancing the security of America's ports: hearing before the Select Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eighth Congress, first session, June 21, 2003.

Author : Gregory C. Wilshusen
Publisher :
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 19,27 MB
Release : 2014-07-09
Category :
ISBN : 9781457855665

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U.S. maritime ports handle more than $1.3 trillion in cargo annually. The operations of these ports are supported by information and communication systems, which are susceptible to cyber-related threats. Failures in these systems could degrade or interrupt operations at ports, including the flow of commerce. Federal agencies -- in particular the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) -- and industry stakeholders have specific roles in protecting maritime facilities and ports from physical and cyber threats. The objective of this report was to identify the extent to which DHS and other stakeholders have taken steps to address cybersecurity in the maritime port environment. Figures. This is a print on demand report.