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Chinese Government Selects SeaSecure to Provide Maritime Security & Antiterrorism Training

Chinese Government Selects SeaSecure to Provide Maritime Security & Antiterrorism Training










FT. LAUDERDALE, FL (PRWEB) January 8, 2004 –

– The Chinese government announced that it has selected SeaSecure LLC, a global leader in maritime security and counter-terrorism consulting, to provide maritime security and antiterrorism training to senior members of the Hong Kong Marine Department.

“SeaSecure is very proud to have been selected by the Hong Kong government to provide this essential training to their Marine Department,” said Kim Petersen, SeaSecure’s President at a news conference. “Working with our regional partner, Securicor plc, we have already concluded over six training and certification classes and more are already in the pipeline.”

Security training is required as a result of the International Port Facility and Security (ISPS) Code, which was adopted by the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) to address maritime security at all international ports and the security of ships engaged in international commerce. The ISPS Code has set strict standards for port and ship operators that must be achieved by 1 July 2004.

These students will become Port Facility Security Officers in Hong Kong or the People’s Republic of China, where they will perform port security audits. The three- and five-day training programs provide comprehensive instruction on maritime security using protocols established by the IMO and SeaSecure.

About SeaSecure:

SeaSecure is widely recognized as the nation’s leading expert in maritime security, and its staff have performed security assessments in over 90 countries and 165 seaports. In 2001, SeaSecure was selected to be the lead security consultant to all of Florida’s deep-water ports and, in 2002, to perform seaport and facility vulnerability and threat assessments at over a dozen seaports in the United States. SeaSecure’s international clients include some of the world’s largest seaports, shipping companies, and cruise lines. SeaSecure provides maritime security training to US and foreign governments and industry.

About Kim Petersen:

In addition to being the President of SeaSecure, Mr. Petersen is also the Executive Director of the Maritime Security Council, which represents over 70% of the world’s shipping. His civilian career has included senior staff positions with former US Secretaries of State Kissinger and Haig. He also served at the US Senate and US Defense Department and is a former Captain in the Army’s Special Forces. He has directed security for such companies as Princess Cruises and Renaissance Cruises. He attended Harvard Business School and Virginia Commonwealth University. Kim has frequently given expert testimony before Congress on maritime security and his writings have been published in several journals and books. He has been featured on such programs as CBS’s “Sixty Minutes,” ABC’s “20/20,” the Evening News with Peter Jennings, and National Public Radio. He is a Visiting Professor at the UN’s World Maritime University, and in 2003 the Secretary of Transportation appointed Kim to the Marine Transportation System National Advisory Council.

Contact:

Ron Thomason: 954-567-4700

http://www.seasecure.com

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Turkish Government Receives Maritime Counterterrorism Training from US Company

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL (PRWEB) May 24, 2004 –

The Turkish Government has recently received critical maritime security and counter-terrorism training from SeaSecure LLC, a leading US maritime security company. The training was provided to the country’s port and ship security auditor personnel, all of whom are employed by Turk Loydu, Turkey’s Recognized Security Organization (RSO).

As a result of the terror attacks of 9/11, the United Nations established the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code in 2002. The ISPS Code sets minimum standards for maritime security at all international ports and the security of ships engaged in international commerce. These strict standards must be achieved by the compliance deadline of 1 July 2004.

“Turk Loydu was looking for a company with a history of demonstrated expertise in maritime security to provide instruction to our port security auditors. As the RSO for the Turkish Government it is very important that our auditors receive training that will enable them to perform their duties in a knowledgeable and professional manner,” said Turk Loydu Executive Gokhan Dedeoglu in a statement. “SeaSecure is recognized as the world leader in maritime security and was selected to provide this critical service to Turk Loydu. SeaSecure’s reputation for professional service is well deserved and we greatly benefited from their exceptional training. We look forward to future opportunities to work together.”

SeaSecure has long provided maritime security training to governments and maritime organizations, including the US Coast Guard, US Navy, the Department of Homeland Security, the Transportation Security Administration, as well as the governments of countries such as China.

“Turkey and Turk Loydu have a long-standing commitment to maritime security and SeaSecure is very proud to have been selected to provide this comprehensive and important training,” said Kim Petersen, SeaSecure’s President. “We look forward to working with Turk Loydu’s team of professionals in the future as they tackle the compliance process mandated by the ISPS Code.”

About SeaSecure LLC:

Headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, SeaSecure is widely recognized as the global leader in maritime security and risk management. A multi-disciplinary company, SeaSecure provides risk consulting services (including vulnerability assessments, and design & engineering); risk management solutions (including project management, procurement, and software tools); training; and, maritime guard services. SeaSecure’s staff members have performed security and vulnerability assessments in over 90 countries and 170 seaports. In 2001, SeaSecure was appointed Senior Advisor on Maritime & Seaport Security to all of Florida’s deep-water ports. SeaSecure’s international clientele includes some of the world’s largest seaports, shipping companies, and cruise lines. SeaSecure provides renowned maritime security training to governments and industry, including the US Coast Guard, US Department of Homeland Security, and the governments of China, Aruba, Turkey, Grenada, and many others. Its executives sit on the US Senate Port Security Working Group, the Maritime Security Council, the US Marine Transportation System National Advisory Council, and the US Department of Homeland Security’s Area Maritime Security Committee for Southern Florida.

Contact:

Ron Thomason: 954-567-4700

www.seasecure.com

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Oceanix Maritime Security LLC Launched to Serve America’s Ports, Terminals, and Shipping Companies

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL (PRWEB) August 12, 2004

Cognisa Security, Inc. and international maritime security specialist SeaSecure LLC have launched Oceanix Maritime Security LLC which will provide specially trained and certified security guards, along with security consulting solutions for seaports, terminal operators, shipping companies, ferry operators, and cruise lines.

“Oceanix was created specifically to satisfy the unique security requirements of the port and shipping industries by providing an enterprise security solution,” said Cognisa CEO, Keith Badham. “With Cognisa’s ability to recruit and train superior security guards, coupled with SeaSecure’s in depth knowledge of the security intricacies at our nation’s ports, Oceanix is poised to become the security supplier of choice within the maritime industry.”

“Port and ship operators can no longer accept the risk or liability associated with poorly vetted, inadequately trained security guards protecting critical ports, cargo facilities, or cruise ships terminals. Due to the absence of specialized and professional guard services in the market, Oceanix was created. Oceanix will, for the first time, offer carefully screened and highly trained maritime professionals in the role of port security guards,” adds Kim Petersen, President of SeaSecure. “Oceanix is in a unique position to understand, implement, and even manage our client’s security program because of our in depth understanding of U.S. and international standards, including the MTSA and ISPS Codes.”

Each partner brings to the table demonstrated expertise. SeaSecure is one of the most respected names in the maritime security industry. Staff members have performed security and vulnerability assessments in over 90 countries and 170 seaports. With more than 25 years experience as a US security provider and 30 offices throughout the United States, Cognisa partners with its customers to ensure long-term success. To achieve this goal, Cognisa uses metrics to continually measure its success in meeting its customers’ needs, ensuring that service consistently exceeds customer expectations.

With the resources and security expertise to assess facilities and make staffing, systems, design, and technology recommendations, Oceanix is prepared to supply customers with a greater return on their security investment. As a single source for maritime security, Oceanix can supply guard services, certified Port Facility Security Officers (PFSO’s), security management services, security assessments, security systems and program design, engineering, and project management.     

All Oceanix guards are qualified as SafePort Guards – an expert professional guard force specifically recruited and specially trained to protect ports and ships. SafePort Guards exceed the stringent requirements of the ISPS Code and MTSA. All Oceanix supervisors and managers are certified PFSOs in accordance with the ISPS Code and MTSA. Oceanix is the only company with a commitment to maritime security expertise and training. For example, it trains and certifies its entire management team as PFSO’s.

The outsourcing of security at America’s ports is a new strategy in a fast-evolving industry. Oceanix is committed to providing unmatched service and value satisfying both customer requirements and government regulations.

About Cognisa

A commercial security provider with US headquarters in Atlanta, Cognisa Security, Inc. works from more than 30 nationwide offices with 5,500 employees providing security services to a variety of clients. Unique among security companies for supplying its customer base with a measurable return on investment, Cognisa is rapidly growing its US security and transportation business through its expertise and commitment to customer service.

Operating in the US since 1979, Cognisa is a wholly owned subsidiary of Group4Securicor, the second largest global security company. With more than 75 years of global experience and 24 years of experience in the US, Cognisa is becoming a premier supplier of commercial security services in the US.

About SeaSecure

Headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, SeaSecure is widely recognized as the global leader in maritime security and risk management. A multi-disciplinary company, SeaSecure provides risk consulting services (including vulnerability assessments, and design & engineering); risk management solutions (including project management, procurement, and management software tools); training; and, maritime guard services. SeaSecure’s staff members have performed security and vulnerability assessments in over 90 countries and 170 seaports. In 2001, SeaSecure was appointed Senior Advisor on Maritime & Seaport Security to all of Florida’s deep-water ports. SeaSecure’s international clientele includes some of the world’s largest seaports, shipping companies, and cruise lines. SeaSecure provides maritime security training to governments and industry, including the US Coast Guard, US Department of Homeland Security, and the governments of China, Aruba, Turkey, Grenada, the Maritime Security Institute, and many others. Its executives sit on the US Senate Port Security Working Group, the Maritime Security Council, the US Marine Transportation System National Advisory Council, and the US Department of Homeland Security’s Area Maritime Security Committee for Southern Florida.

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