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The Coast Guard has revealed that there were 633 boating fatalities nationwide in 2018, a 3.8% decrease from 2017, according to their boating statistics report.
From 2017 to 2018, overall recreational boating injuries also decreased 4.5%, and the total number of accidents decreased 3.4%. “While these decreases are encouraging, there are still too many deaths and injuries that could be avoided through the use of life jackets and eliminating alcohol consumption while operating a boat,” Capt. Scott Johnson, chief of the Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety at Coast Guard Headquarters, said.
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In an article published by Safety4Sea (click here for full article), the Norwegian National Security Authority (NSM) advises of an increase in the number of cyber campaigns targeting several different sectors since June 2019 and states that both the maritime sector and the oil and gas sector have been victims of such targeted attacks.
The report also highlights that “both obvious and less obvious companies may be affected, meaning that all types of ships, as well as shipowners’, land-based infrastructure can be vulnerable to cyber incidents. In fact, in a statement of 19 August 2019, the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) states, “Especially shipowners that operate in ISPS/MARSEC level two areas or higher should be aware of the situation.”
Put simply, the maritime industry, from terminal operators to shipping companies, and from cruise lines to port authorities, this is a real and present danger.
For guidance on how you can become more proactive in your cybersecurity posture, contact the NMLEA cyber team at cyber@nmlea.org.
As mentioned in the article above, cyber attacks are on the increase. Especially in the maritime domain, and especially in coastal states. In another story published in Government Technology/Miami Herald dated 8-23-19, (click here for full article) attacks on four Florida cities over an eight week period is highlighted. Like the rising sea level from climate change, these attacks are expected to rise, too.
And, as stated above, this further illustrates the urgency for the maritime industry, to prepare and prevent these types of attacks through a holistic cybersecurity plan.
For guidance on how you can become more proactive in your cybersecurity posture, contact the NMLEA cyber team at cyber@nmlea.org.
This week, the Academy launched a pilot/beta test of a its Introduction to the Maritime Industry online course through its Port.Training education portal. (To learn more about the Academy’s online learning system, go to https://www.nmlea.org/porttraining.)
The Introduction to the Maritime Course was developed for the National Maritime Intelligence-Integration Office (NMIO), as a means for intelligence analysts, law enforcement officers, and public safety professionals who are new to the industry or operation area can learn about the port system works, and identify some key elements of understanding.
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E-navigation is defined as “the harmonized collection, integration, exchange, presentation and analysis of marine information on board and ashore by electronic means to enhance berth to berth navigation and related services for safety and security at sea and protection of the marine environment.” The work conducted by the IMO during the last years lead to the identification of specific user needs and potential e-navigation solutions. Now let's discuss them at the 2019 e-Navigation Underway North America Conference at the Florida Aquarium on the Historic Tampa Waterfront, November 12-13, sponsored by the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) and the Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services (RTCM).
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The Maritime Executive
After multiple reports of hacking attempts against ships and port operators, maritime stakeholders are gaining more awareness of their potential vulnerabilities in the event of a cyberattack. At a conference in Singapore, Itai Sela, the CEO of maritime cybersecurity company Naval Dome, asserted that marine electronics OEMs may need to do more to build in robust cyber protection for mission-critical shipboard systems.
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Help Net Security
With the advent of cloud services and the proliferation of high end mobile devices (think iOS devices and Android phones), the workforce is moving inexorably to a mobile one where managers and employees are no longer tied to the office. What initially started as a movement to the mobile phone/tablet work style has spilled over into full remote computing solutions. Users want to be able to take any device and work from anywhere with no loss of functionality.
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The Maritime Executive
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced the appointment of seven new members to the United States Merchant Marine Academy Advisory Board on Thursday.
The USMMA Advisory Board serves as an independent body whose primary purpose is to examine the course of instruction and management of the Academy. The Board advises the Maritime Administrator and the Academy’s Superintendent on innovation in the maritime industry, emerging trends in shipping and maritime operations and the Department of Transportation’s overarching goals of safety, infrastructure, innovation and accountability.
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Patch
The Port of Redwood City announced recently it was awarded $1.8 million to support operations and boost security from terrorist attacks.
The port was the recipient of the largest grant in northern California and fourth largest in the U.S. from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, which provides $100,000,000 nationwide through its Port Security Grant Program annually.
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NBCDFW-TV
Thousands across North Texas will spend the busy Labor Day weekend on the water. Just in time for the holiday, new boating laws go into effect to save lives.
Kali's Law is a new mandatory ignition "kill switch" requirement for boat operators and goes into effect September 1.
"An ignition safety kill switch shuts off the boat motor automatically if the operator is thrown from the helm," the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said in a media release.
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Newsweek
The Pentagon called for talks with Iran, though the Iranian government dismissed diplomacy with the U.S. until President Donald Trump lifted his hard-line "maximum pressure" approach.
At the Department of Defense's first press briefing since May, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said, "We are not seeking a conflict with Iran, we want to engage with Iran." Esper championed a U.S.-led maritime security coalition known as Operation Sentinel, charged with patrolling the Persian Gulf.
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KTVL-TV
The Oregon Marine Board is trying to get the word out on public education needed to prevent conflicts with boating groups.
In a press released the board said the Coast Guard, Marine Board and recreational boaters have identified an increasing need for boating education regarding multi-use waterways. "Due to the growth in popularity of paddlesports there’s been a corresponding increase in conflicts between user groups, often leading to petitions to restrict boat operations for one user over another," the statement read in part.
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