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Los Angeles Daily News
While praising efforts to protect the Los Angeles and Long Beach ports from terrorist and cyber attacks, members of Congress aired concerns recently about threats to public safety and the economy if federal funding for maritime security programs isn’t raised to meet new threats. At a rare on-site hearing of the House Homeland Security Committee at the Port of L.A., officials from the two local ports, the Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection and the longshore union testified about what has been done to protect the facilities in the wake of two security scares earlier this year.
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NMLEA
Learn what challenges are affecting maritime law enforcement and public safety organizations all across the country, large and small, and how some tools can help you navigate through these challenges.
Our 60 minute Agenda will include an overview of the current manufacturing/technology environment, some emerging trends and how they are affecting agencies like yours, some open discussion among the group about current challenges, and then some recommended courses of action that can make a positive impact on your organization.
How Changes in Procurement and Products are Affecting Maritime Public Safety Agencies.
Thu, Nov 9, 2017 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Register here: https://www.nmlea.org/events/how-changes-in-people-procurement-and-products-are-affecting-maritime-public-safety-agencies
If you have any questions or areas that you want to make sure we cover, feel free to contact me (Mark.DuPont@nmlea.org) or John Hotz (John.Hotz@nmlea.org)
We look forward to the conversation!
The Martitime Executive
C. Fly Marine Services is currently experiencing exciting new growth with the addition of its new line of production ready Aluminum Patrol and Utility Boat series.
Established in 1994 as a naval architect and marine engineering firm, C. Fly Marine Services offers agencies and builders a complete turn-key pre-engineered line of aluminum vessels from 30-80 feet. The rapid market growth within the global maritime defense and first responder industry has allowed new U.S. boat builders and shipyards to expand into this growing market.
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The Maritime Executive
The U.S. Navy recently released the results of a comprehensive internal review of surface fleet operations, a sweeping study ordered by chief of naval operations Adm. John Richardson in the wake of two deadly collisions earlier this year. The report accompanies a separate document on the casualties involving the USS Fitzgerald and USS John S. McCain. The 33-member review team spent 60 days examining individual training and professional development; unit level training; command oversight of readiness; and the material condition and practical utility of navigation equipment.
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Daily News
Top regional leaders of U.S. Customs and Border Protection gathered recently for their periodic meeting to discuss security issues and they chose the Custom House Maritime Museum in Newburyport, Massachusetts to host the session. "Customs collectors and leaders met here more than a century ago," said Michael Mroz, director of the museum. "It seems appropriate that they are in the building."
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Kitsap Sun
Unmanned, adrift vessels like the dinghy become a bigger problem for the Coast Guard as the seasonal change brings big winter storms to the Pacific Northwest. Kayaks and canoes moored in the water or stored close to shore can be pulled out into Puget Sound by a storm's high tide or by a strong gust of wind. They drift around "aimlessly until someone reports them," said Coast Guard 13th District Spokesman Lt. Dana Warr.
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KFVS-TV
Riverfront security is getting an upgrade in Paducah, Kentucky thanks to the city accepting a bid to install three new security cameras along parts of the riverfront. The new cameras will be able to monitor parts of the Ohio River. Chief of Paducah Police Department Brian Kruger said these cameras will be used to monitor potential natural disasters like flood levels as well as barge traffic under the bridge.
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WMAR-TV
The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Port Administration is holding a security exercise led by the Army. Maryland Transportation Authority Police, Maryland Natural Resources Police, the Baltimore City Fire Department and the U.S. Army all are taking part.
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Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership
While parts of Florida are steadily recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Irma's vicious winds and storm surge, rural communities like Everglades City and Chokoloskee — home to fishing guides, marina owners and others who make a living from the popularity of sportfishing — have a tougher road ahead. For these towns to recover, become more resilient, and continue to welcome countless anglers, there are a number of immediate and long-term challenges to overcome.
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The Associated Press
The U.S. Coast Guard has struck a deal with a Great Lakes commercial shipping organization to conduct maritime rescue training programs. The agreement sets terms for training sessions that will involve Coast Guard air stations in Traverse City, Michigan and Detroit and vessels enrolled with the Lake Carriers Association. The group has 13 member companies operating 49 U.S.-flag ships that haul cargo such as iron ore, limestone and coal.
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Edgy Labs
These three things, formerly limited to sci-fi stories and movies, could become integral in the pursuit of criminals. In fact, you might not even need to wait until 2020 to see their integration. The present reality of law enforcement might resemble what was depicted in Minority Report years ago more than you think.
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