Expert Security Services for the Maritime Industry
Ports and maritime facilities are high-value, high-risk environments that demand constant vigilance. Whether you're operating a commercial seaport, cruise terminal, cargo dock, or intermodal facility, Prosegur delivers layered security solutions that safeguard operations, meet regulatory standards, and protect personnel, cargo, and infrastructure. With expertise in ISPS compliance, vessel screening, and port access control, we help you maintain secure, efficient, and reputation-protected maritime operations.
How Security Supports Maritime Businesses and Ports
Minimizing Downtime from Security Disruptions
Our proactive threat detection, patrol routines, and emergency readiness reduce operational delays caused by intrusions, cargo tampering, or port perimeter breaches.
Supporting Regulatory and Audit Readiness
We help ports maintain full audit readiness through guard training, meticulous documentation practices, and procedures aligned with ISPS, TWIC, and Coast Guard inspection standards.
Protecting High-Value Cargo and Infrastructure
From bonded freight to container stacks and fueling stations, our layered security protects critical port assets—reducing theft, sabotage, and insurance liabilities.
Enhancing Trust with Partners and Agencies
A professional security presence helps build trust with shipping partners, customs officials, and government agencies, strengthening your facility’s reputation for reliability.
Maritime Security Training For Our Guards
In the high-stakes world of maritime operations, security is more than just a uniform—it’s a frontline defense against evolving threats, costly delays, and complex compliance risks. Prosegur’s maritime security guards undergo training tailored to the unique rhythms, regulations, and operational demands of ports and terminals.
Guards receive in-depth instruction on the MARSEC levels, restricted zone enforcement, vessel interface operations, and Port Facility Security Plans (PFSP). This ensures that our personnel contribute meaningfully to ISPS compliance and day-to-day port safety operations. In addition, all maritime security officers complete training that meets the requirements outlined in 33 CFR 105, ensuring alignment with U.S. Coast Guard standards for port facility security.
Our guards are trained to verify and manage Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) in line with U.S. Coast Guard and TSA guidelines. This includes screening, access point control, handling of non-TWIC visitors, and documentation processes to ensure that only properly vetted individuals access secure areas.
Guards are educated on the identification of hazardous materials, suspicious cargo behavior, and theft-prone goods. They’re trained to observe cargo handling processes, report anomalies, and assist with the safe oversight of high-value or sensitive shipments—improving accountability across cargo zones.
Prosegur guards undergo scenario-based training in emergency procedures specific to maritime operations, including oil and chemical spill response, fire suppression support, active threat protocols, natural disaster evacuations, and coordination with port police, fire services, and the U.S. Coast Guard. This readiness helps minimize disruption and protects port personnel and infrastructure during critical incidents.
Addressing Maritime and Ports Security Challenges
Regulatory Compliance
Maritime and port facilities are governed by complex international and federal regulations, including the ISPS Code and TWIC credentialing standards. Non-compliance can lead to fines, denied entry for vessels, or reputational damage that affects future shipping partnerships.
Prosegur’s Solution:
- Guards trained in vessel access protocols, and TWIC validation procedures
- Development and enforcement of SOPs that meet U.S. Coast Guard and TSA expectations
- Support with on-site drills, audit preparation, and inspection walkthroughs
Preventing Unauthorized Access
The expansive and fast-moving nature of maritime terminals makes access control a challenge. From trespassing and theft to insider threats, the consequences of inadequate perimeter security can be severe.
Prosegur’s Solution:
- Deployment of guard posts, mobile patrols, and surveillance to secure perimeters and entry points
- Integration of TWIC card readers, biometric verification, and secure ID systems at access points
- Visitor management platforms that track and verify all non-credentialed personnel on-site
Protecting Critical Infrastructure and Cargo
Essential assets such as cranes, tank farms, fuel depots, and bonded warehouses are not only valuable, they’re also high-risk. These areas often attract criminal activity or pose safety hazards if left unmonitored.
Prosegur’s Solution:
- On-site guards trained to patrol and monitor high-risk infrastructure zones
- Real-time incident reporting through our centralized iSOC
- Escort services for high-value or sensitive cargo to deter theft and ensure chain-of-custody
Emergency Response Readiness
Whether facing industrial accidents, fires, oil spills, or active threats, maritime environments must have a well-practiced emergency response plan. Without trained personnel and effective coordination, these events can bring operations to a halt and put lives at risk.
Prosegur's Solution:
- Guards trained in FEMA/NIMS-aligned emergency procedures
- Coordination with port police, fire rescue, and federal agencies
- Incident containment and recovery planning
Frequently Asked Questions About Maritime Security
We provide comprehensive maritime security solutions including TWIC-compliant access control, audit and compliance readiness, perimeter patrols, cargo surveillance, and emergency response planning.
Remote monitoring enables 24/7 real-time oversight of docks, perimeter fences, cargo yards, and other high-risk zones. Behind every alert is a trained iSOC agent — not just watching, but actively assessing risks, verifying threats, and coordinating response. Even during off-hours or when on-site staff is limited, our agents ensure nothing goes unseen and every incident is addressed with speed and precision.
Yes. We secure bonded cargo, high-theft zones, container stacks, and storage warehouses using mobile patrols, surveillance technology, and escort services for high-value shipments during transit.
Our maritime security guards are trained in FEMA- and NIMS-compliant emergency protocols, including fire suppression support, hazardous spill response, evacuations, and coordination with port authority and first responders. Training also includes response procedures for active shooter situations and terrorist threats to ensure readiness for any critical incident.
Absolutely. We conduct detailed site assessments to develop security strategies tailored to each facility’s layout, risk profile, cargo type, and regulatory requirements. Our solutions scale to fit operations of any size.
A strong physical security presence helps deter theft, trespassing, and sabotage by signaling that your facility is professionally monitored. Uniformed guards, patrol vehicles, and surveillance integration all contribute to preventing incidents before they happen.
To request a tailored security assessment for your port or terminal, please complete the contact form or call (800) 405-1832. Our team will design a solution aligned with your needs.
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