Anti-Piracy Efforts -- The Work Continues

Bryant's Maritime Blog recently published a concise synopsis of our ongoing efforts to work with U.S. flag merchant vessel operators to develop better, more relevant guidance to aid them in developing and implementing anti-piracy measures. His post includes links to our most recent Port Security Advisories:

The US Coast Guard issued three closely-related Port Security Advisories. The first, PSA 3-09, provides guidance on self-defense or defense of others by US-flag commercial vessels operating in high risk waters. The second, PSA 4-09, addresses compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) when placing weapons on board US-flag commercial vessels intending to operate outside the United States. The third, PSA 5-09, establishes minimum guidelines for contracted security services on US-flag commercial vessels operating in high risk waters. Note: These documents provide important and valuable information regarding protection of the crew and vessel from piratical attacks and from armed robbery against ships. The documents also provide a good explanation of the US common law of self-defense and defense of others. Read the rest here