MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY
Course Code
LSM 201
Category
Logistics & Supply Chain
Scope
Logistics & Supply Chain
Duration
3 days
Status
ACTIVE
Competency
Ability to secure the maritime supply chain against physical and cyber threats.
Target Audience
Shipping professionals, port operations staff, logistics managers, and international trade specialists.
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive guide to maritime supply chain security, designed for professionals involved in shipping, port operations, logistics, and international trade. It focuses on the specific threats and vulnerabilities inherent in the global maritime transport network, including piracy, terrorism, smuggling, cargo theft, and sophisticated cyber security threats. The program delves into key topics such as risk assessment tailored to maritime routes, implementing security protocols at sea and in port, complying with international standards like the ISPS Code and C-TPAT/AEO specific to maritime links, and leveraging technology for enhanced vessel and cargo monitoring. Participants will learn how to build a resilient and secure maritime supply chain that minimizes risk and maintains business continuity across the entire shipping lifecycle.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and assess specific security risks unique to the maritime supply chain, including physical and cyber threats.
- Develop and implement a robust maritime supply chain security management plan that integrates cyber defense strategies.
- Ensure compliance with international maritime security regulations (e.g., ISPS Code, SOLAS Chapter XI-2) and relevant cybersecurity guidelines.
- Apply best practices for vessel security, cargo integrity, port facility security, and the protection of operational technology (OT) systems.
- Utilize technology and intelligence to enhance maritime domain awareness and threat detection.
Daily Topics
Day 1: Security Risks – Physical threats, Cyber threats, Risk assessment; ISPS Code, SOLAS Chapter XI-2, ISM Code, ISO 31000.
Day 2: Security Management – Security plans, Cyber defense, Compliance; ISO 28000, WCO SAFE Framework, IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3, IMO Resolution MSC.428(98).
Day 3: Technology & Intelligence – Vessel monitoring, Cargo tracking, Threat detection, Case studies; IMO security guidelines, National security regulations.
References
ISPS Code (ship and port facility security), SOLAS Chapter XI-2 (Special Measures to Enhance Maritime Security), ISM Code (security management), ISO 28000 (Supply Chain Security), ISO 31000 (Risk Management), WCO SAFE Framework (C-TPAT/AEO), IMO security guidelines, IMO Guidelines on Maritime Cyber Risk Management (MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3), IMO Resolution MSC.428(98), National security regulations.
Upcoming Course Dates
January 12 – January 14, 2027
November 8 – November 10, 2027