The Joint Industry Security Group (JISG) of industry associations (BIMCO, the International Chamber of Shipping, CLIA, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, OCIMF and IMCA) has issued the following updated interim industry transit advice […]
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Environmentalist Activists
The IMCA HSSE Security Committee has prepared some brief guidance for members based on recent experience on dealing with environmentalist activists.
ATTACK ON M.V. TRUE CONFIDENCE – 06 MARCH 2024
IMCA and other Industry Associations express their deep concern over the tragic loss of life and injuries suffered by the crew of MV True Confidence in an attack in the […]
Interim Industry Transit Advice, Southern Red Sea/Gulf of Aden – 5 February 2024
Houthi forces in Yemen have continued to attack international shipping in the Southern Red Sea, the Bab el Mandeb, and the Gulf of Aden. Since Houthi forces hijacked a car […]
Interim Industry Transit Advice, Southern Red Sea/Gulf of Aden – 15 December 2023
The Joint Industry Security Group (JISG) of industry associations (BIMCO, the International Chamber of Shipping, CLIA, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, OCIMF and IMCA) has issued the following UPDATED interim industry transit advice […]
Interim Industry Transit Advice, Southern Red Sea/Gulf of Aden
The Joint Industry Security Group (JISG) of industry associations (BIMCO, the International Chamber of Shipping, CLIA, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, OCIMF and IMCA) have issued interim industry transit advice relating to the […]
Industry Transit Advice, Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz and Sea of Oman
Industry associations have taken stock of the security situation in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Sea of Oman and have decided to offer guidance regarding two transit corridors […]
Loitering Munitions – The Threat to Merchant Ships
The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has published a useful Information Paper entitled Loitering Munitions – The Threat to Merchant Ships. It is about drones being used for illegitimate […]
Cybersecurity Briefing
The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has recently published new unified requirements for cyber security: E26 and E27. These will be mandatory for classed ships and offshore installations contracted for construction on or after 1 January 2024. This will have implications for IMCA members.
Shipping Industry Indian Ocean High Risk Area
The Joint Industry Security Group of Trade Associations, comprising BIMCO, CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), the International Chamber of Shipping, Intercargo, Intertanko, IMCA and OCIMF (the Oil Companies International Marine […]
Cyber Security Update
Update on IMO’s 2021 Guidelines for Cyber Risk Management For matters relating to HSSE and Maritime Security: nick.hough@legacy.imca-int.com For matters relating to Marine Policy and Regulatory Affairs: margaret.fitzgerald@legacy.imca-int.com For […]
IMCA Security Bulletin 03/21
The Gulf of Guinea Declaration on the Suppression of Piracy Every person deserves to be safe while carrying out their work, and to be able to return to their homes […]
IMCA Security Committee Bulletin 02/21
For this briefing we have provided a short update on developments in Mozambique, as well as in the Gulf of Guinea, Arabian Waters, Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Mozambique […]
IMCA Security Committee Bulletin 01/21
For this briefing we have provided a short update on developments in Mozambique, as well in as the Gulf of Guinea. Mozambique Members will be aware of the deteriorating security […]
IMCA Security Committee Bulletin 04/20
The IMCA Security Committee continues to work to raise awareness of security issues that can potentially harm member companies. Information provided in this regular Security Bulletin is intended to be […]
IMCA Security Bulletin 03/20
The IMCA HSSE Security Committee is determined to raise awareness of security issues that can potentially harm member companies. Information provided in this regular security bulletin is intended to be used by members to either directly pass on to employees or use the material it contains as part of an
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Cyber security considerations for autonomous and remotely controlled systems
A Brief History of SecurityHistorically, security can be defined as:The state of being free from danger or threat.The safety of a state or organization against criminal activity such as terrorism, theft, or espionage.Procedures followed or measures taken to ensure the security of a state or organization.The definitions still hold true
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IMCA security bulletin 02/20
The IMCA Security Committee is determined to raise awareness of security issues that can potentially harm member companies. Information provided in this regular Security Bulletin is intended to be used by members to either directly pass on to employees or use the material it contains as part of an existing
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Piracy and armed robbery – focusing on known ‘hot spots’
This information note prioritises known ‘Hot Spots’ of concern to IMCA Member companies and supplies useful links for security risk management decision making. The IMCA Security Committee recommends the shipping industry’s Maritime Global Security website providing additional guidance and links.South East AsiaThe Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed
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IMCA security bulletin 01/20
The IMCA Security Committee is determined to raise awareness of security issues that can potentially harm member companies. Information provided in this regular Security Bulletin is intended to be used by members to either directly pass on to employees or use the material it contains as part of an existing
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