The ICS will release the first edition of Maritime Security: A Comprehensive Guide for Shipowners, Seafarers and Administrations in April 2021. The new book updates and replaces the following two publications, which have now been withdrawn from sale:

-       Maritime Security: Guidance for Ship Operators on the IMO International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, First Edition (2003)

-       Model Ship Security Plan, First Edition (2003)

Maritime security is an increasing concern for the shipping industry and security threats present real challenges to the entire global supply chain. In the years since SOLAS and the ISPS Code set out a dedicated statutory framework for the issue, a new security culture has emerged in the industry which has led to increasing understanding of the subject and best practices to mitigate particular threats. But the threats are always evolving and require constant vigilance.
 
This book provides a comprehensive guide to maritime security. Drawing on two decades of experience in the industry, it sets out the security threats faced by the shipping industry today, the statutory requirements that ships, shipping companies and port facilities must meet, and provides guidance on how to conduct a thorough threat assessment for a voyage. A model ship security plan is also provided along with guidance on how to complete it in accordance with statutory requirements.
 
It will be particularly useful to ship and terminal operators, seafarers and administrations, but will provide a useful entry point to the subject for anyone with an interest in maintaining the security of global trade.
 
HKSOA Members discount:- 

Members can now pre-order copies direct from Witherby Publishing Group.  HKSOA Members are entitled to a 20% discount on the recommended retail price of £180. 

ANNEX A contains a PDF of the front cover and also includes the discount code for circulation within your company.  

How to order

To reserve copies and obtain a 20% discount, members should visit Witherby Publishing Group at  at https://www.witherbyseamanship.com/maritime-security-6154.html 

and use the code ICSMEMBER.

If Members experience any problems with ordering and the discount pleased contact  Emily Yates, ICS Publications Manager at emily.yates@ics-shipping.org