Oceanix Maritime Security LLC Launched to Serve America's Ports, Terminals, and Shipping Companies
Cognisa Security, Inc. and international maritime security specialist SeaSecure LLC have launched Oceanix Maritime Security LLC which will provide specially trained and certified security guards, along with security consulting solutions for seaports, terminal operators, shipping companies, ferry operators, and cruise lines.
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL (PRWEB) August 12, 2004 -- Cognisa Security, Inc. and
international maritime security specialist SeaSecure LLC have launched Oceanix
Maritime Security LLC which will provide specially trained and certified
security guards, along with security consulting solutions for seaports, terminal
operators, shipping companies, ferry operators, and cruise lines.
"Oceanix was created specifically to satisfy the unique security
requirements of the port and shipping industries by providing an enterprise
security solution," said Cognisa CEO, Keith Badham. "With Cognisa's ability to
recruit and train superior security guards, coupled with SeaSecure's in depth
knowledge of the security intricacies at our nation’s ports, Oceanix is poised
to become the security supplier of choice within the maritime industry."
"Port and ship operators can no longer accept the risk or liability
associated with poorly vetted, inadequately trained security guards protecting
critical ports, cargo facilities, or cruise ships terminals. Due to the absence
of specialized and professional guard services in the market, Oceanix was
created. Oceanix will, for the first time, offer carefully screened and highly
trained maritime professionals in the role of port security guards,” adds Kim
Petersen, President of SeaSecure. "Oceanix is in a unique position to
understand, implement, and even manage our client's security program because of
our in depth understanding of U.S. and international standards, including the
MTSA and ISPS Codes."
Each partner brings to the table demonstrated
expertise. SeaSecure is one of the most respected names in the maritime security
industry. Staff members have performed security and vulnerability assessments in
over 90 countries and 170 seaports. With more than 25 years experience as a US
security provider and 30 offices throughout the United States, Cognisa partners
with its customers to ensure long-term success. To achieve this goal, Cognisa
uses metrics to continually measure its success in meeting its customers' needs,
ensuring that service consistently exceeds customer expectations.
With
the resources and security expertise to assess facilities and make staffing,
systems, design, and technology recommendations, Oceanix is prepared to supply
customers with a greater return on their security investment. As a single source
for maritime security, Oceanix can supply guard services, certified Port
Facility Security Officers (PFSO's), security management services, security
assessments, security systems and program design, engineering, and project
management.
All Oceanix guards are qualified as
SafePort Guards - an expert professional guard force specifically recruited and
specially trained to protect ports and ships. SafePort Guards exceed the
stringent requirements of the ISPS Code and MTSA. All Oceanix supervisors and
managers are certified PFSOs in accordance with the ISPS Code and MTSA. Oceanix
is the only company with a commitment to maritime security expertise and
training. For example, it trains and certifies its entire management team as
PFSO's.
The outsourcing of security at America’s ports is a new strategy
in a fast-evolving industry. Oceanix is committed to providing unmatched service
and value satisfying both customer requirements and government regulations.
About Cognisa
A commercial security provider with US headquarters in
Atlanta, Cognisa Security, Inc. works from more than 30 nationwide offices with
5,500 employees providing security services to a variety of clients. Unique
among security companies for supplying its customer base with a measurable
return on investment, Cognisa is rapidly growing its US security and
transportation business through its expertise and commitment to customer
service.
Operating in the US since 1979, Cognisa is a wholly owned
subsidiary of Group4Securicor, the second largest global security company. With
more than 75 years of global experience and 24 years of experience in the US,
Cognisa is becoming a premier supplier of commercial security services in the
US.
About SeaSecure
Headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida,
SeaSecure is widely recognized as the global leader in maritime security and
risk management. A multi-disciplinary company, SeaSecure provides risk
consulting services (including vulnerability assessments, and design &
engineering); risk management solutions (including project management,
procurement, and management software tools); training; and, maritime guard
services. SeaSecure's staff members have performed security and vulnerability
assessments in over 90 countries and 170 seaports. In 2001, SeaSecure was
appointed Senior Advisor on Maritime & Seaport Security to all of Florida's
deep-water ports. SeaSecure's international clientele includes some of the
world's largest seaports, shipping companies, and cruise lines. SeaSecure
provides maritime security training to governments and industry, including the
US Coast Guard, US Department of Homeland Security, and the governments of
China, Aruba, Turkey, Grenada, the Maritime Security Institute, and many others.
Its executives sit on the US Senate Port Security Working Group, the Maritime
Security Council, the US Marine Transportation System National Advisory Council,
and the US Department of Homeland Security’s Area Maritime Security Committee
for Southern Florida.
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