Private Security

  • Bergen Risk Introduces NorSeaCure

    In early summer sunshine, Bergen Risk Solutions marked the opening of impressive new offices close by Bergen airport with a seminar at the Clarion Hotel followed by a party at […]

  • Dangerous Partnership

    The United Nations is increasingly hiring Private Military and Security Companies (PMSCs) for a wide array of security services. The UN’s leadership says these services are needed to protect the […]

  • Open Ocean

    Defense contractor Chenega Federal UK has launched Open Ocean, an intelligence-led maritime security program designed to provide shipowners, operators and managers with a comprehensive program to meet their transit security […]

  • Setting Up a Maritime Security Company

    MSR recently caught up with an emerging private maritime security company in the market. Its Managing Director, Helen Mitchell, agreed to share some insights in setting up a new company […]

  • Expanded Operations

    Maritime security concern Sea Marshals has expanded its UK operations centre and introduced the latest tracking technology. Sea Marshals ramps up operation Maritime security concern Sea Marshals has expanded its […]

  • Combating Sea Crime

     Non-lethal measures long-term key to combating sea crime  GAC Protective Solutions hosts debate on the future of sea crime solutions The current focus on armed support for vessels transiting high […]

  • Skye Maritime

    Skye Maritime, a new Anti-Piracy Firm, has been launched by two U.S. Armed Services Veterans. The company aims to provide an approach to security and anti-piracy solutions in war risk regions […]

  • Armed Security

    A Dutch umbrella organisation of insurers and ship owners argues that Dutch ships should be allowed to carry armed security guards. Insurers call for armed security guards on Dutch ships […]

  • Slowing Down

    With last year’s bill for running faster through high-risk areas put at $2.7bn, shipping companies have switched to relying on guards, rather than speed, for protection. Ships slow down in […]

  • Boom in the UAE

    Mahmood Mohammed Amin, chief executive of World Security, on how the security market has shifted with the country’s growth, increased piracy at sea and the challenges ahead. A boom time for […]