Jetty and Gangway Security provides an additional security presence during a port call. Personnel can be positioned at forward, aft and gangway locations on the jetty, as well as at vulnerable areas onboard the vessel.
This service reinforces the vessel’s existing ISPS security arrangements and helps mitigate risks including theft, robbery, stowaways and unauthorised boarding.
This depends on the port and jurisdiction, applicable regulations and threat assessment. Some locations permit armed personnel while others require unarmed personnel.
The appropriate arrangement is agreed with the client before arrival based on the vessel, port and current security environment.
The vessel’s ISPS arrangements and crew watch remain the foundation of onboard security. Jetty and gangway personnel reinforce these measures rather than replace them.
A dedicated security presence can allow your crew to focus on cargo operations, logistics and turnaround while providing additional monitoring of access points and vulnerable areas during the port call.
Security risks can still arise during a short port call, particularly when crew attention is focused on cargo handling, servicing and departure preparations.
Additional jetty and gangway security provides coverage during this period, helping the crew maintain security while managing other operational requirements.
Depending on the vessel, port and risk assessment, personnel can be positioned at forward, aft and gangway locations on the jetty, with additional onboard coverage at midships and vulnerable seaward-facing areas.
The final deployment plan is tailored to the vessel and identified security risks.
Yes. Alongside physical security during a port call, our Risk Intelligence Service (RIS) team can provide port risk assessments covering the wider security environment.
This can support planning for first-time port calls, operations in unfamiliar jurisdictions or voyages involving multiple ports. The assessment can be combined with physical security measures to provide both pre-arrival intelligence and operational support.
Yes. Guard numbers, positioning and armed or unarmed status are determined according to the vessel, port, applicable regulations and current threat assessment.
Contact our team ahead of the port call with the vessel details, location and intended dates so that we can assess the requirement and coordinate appropriate coverage.
