Global Learning for Operational Leaders
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Introduction
Course overview
Ports and ships face threats including terrorism, piracy, smuggling, stowaways and cargo crime. The ISPS Code provides the international framework for maritime security.
This Aractech course covers the ISPS Code and related regulations, port facility and ship security assessments and plans, security levels, access control, cargo and container security, drills, piracy awareness and coordination. Participants develop port facility security plan elements. It does not replace officially approved PFSO certification.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Explain the ISPS Code and maritime security framework
- Conduct port facility security assessments
- Develop port facility security plans
- Manage security levels and access control
- Secure cargo and containers
- Plan drills, exercises and coordination
Who should attend
Target audience
- Port facility security officers
- Port managers
- Ship and company security officers
- Maritime regulators
- Terminal operators
- Security consultants
Methodology
Learning approach
- Regulatory presentations
- Assessment workshops
- Case studies
- Drill planning
- Group discussions
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Maritime Security Framework
- Maritime threats
- ISPS Code
- Roles and responsibilities
- Coffee break
- Roles and responsibilities (continued)
- Security levels
- Exercise: Responsibility mapping
Day 2
Security Assessment
- Assessment process
- Vulnerabilities
- Critical assets
- Coffee break
- Critical assets (continued)
- Documentation
- Workshop: Port facility assessment
Day 3
Security Plans and Access
- Security plans
- Access control
- Restricted areas
- Coffee break
- Restricted areas (continued)
- Ship-port interface
- Exercise: Plan elements
Day 4
Cargo and Threats
- Container security
- Smuggling
- Stowaways
- Coffee break
- Stowaways (continued)
- Piracy awareness
- Case study: Port security incident
Day 5
Drills and Coordination
- Drills and exercises
- Records
- Coordination with authorities
- Coffee break
- Coordination with authorities (continued)
- Improvement
- Capstone: Security plan review
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Maritime and Port Security (ISPS Code) (SM-013) cover?
This course covers Security Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 9 - 13 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Port facility security officers, Port managers, Ship and company security officers
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Barcelona, Paris, Munich, Kuala lumpur, Amsterdam, London, Cape Town.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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