Maritime Security
Maritime security refers generally to measures taken for protection against unlawful acts such as piracy, armed robbery, terrorism and maritime violence. EMSA assists the European Commission by monitoring the implementation of Regulation (EC)No 725/2004 on enhancing ship and port facility security. It also provides technical assistance to the EFTA Surveillance Authority on ship security. EMSA’s inspection reports detail the maritime security measures, procedures and structures of the countries visited. The Agency also provides technical input on future inspections for the consideration of the European Commission. Another aspect taken into consideration is maritime cybersecurity with dedicated workshops and table top exercises for member states and industry representatives to test their responses in the event of a maritime cybersecurity risk.
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Quantifying the risk to maritime security from malicious use of UAS
This document aims to equip maritime security professionals in both the public and private sectors with a robust tool for evaluating risks associated with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). It provides a detailed analysis of potential threats, identifies targets in the maritime domain considering Regulation (EC) No. 725/2004 (port facilities and ships), and the actors behind these threats.
Read more...Published07.08.2026Categories -
Working Group on “Automatic Identification System (AIS) spoofing”
Read more...The High-Level Steering Group for Governance of the Digital Maritime System and Services (HLSG) has taken a significant step forward in enhancing maritime security, adopting the Terms of Reference of a dedicated Working Group on “Automatic Identification System (AIS) spoofing”. Member States have nominated experts to join this initiative, and the Working Group convened its second meeting in a ...
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EU MARSEC Handbook
EU MARSEC Handbook is the new name for the document formerly known as Interim Guidance on Maritime Security for Member States' Competent Authorities. This document has been produced in cooperation with DG MOVE. It is a practical guide to support MS in the implementation of EU regulation regarding maritime security. The content of this document is intended for the use of all personnel responsible ...
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EMSA holds the 3rd Maritime Cybersecurity Conference
On 3 October, the 3rd EMSA Maritime Cybersecurity Conference took place at EMSA premises, in Lisbon. The event was attended by representatives of the European Commission, the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA), 21 countries, international and European associations, industry and academia. The main theme of the conference was ‘Exploring options for effective information sharing in the ...
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Guidance on how to address cybersecurity onboard ships during audits, controls, verifications and inspections
Read more...Published22.11.2023CategoriesTags