There are multiple threats vectors to the world’s maritime
transportation system (MTS) and their associated ports from small boat attacks
to the possibility of CBRNE attacks. For
this forum I want you to consider what these threat vectors are, what
challenges are present in detecting these concerns and what security/industry
at all levels are doing to address them. I am looking for a holistic answer
that considers this issue from the strategic, operational and tactical level.
Additionally, in your response you need to consider the
impact and importance of the development of Mega Ports the widening of the
Panama Canal and the increased use of the western rivers of the United States
as a means of moving large quantities of hazardous chemicals.
It is imperative that you consider both man-made and natural
threats to the MTS. What do I mean by a natural threat? Every heard of the New
Madrid Seismic Zone (NMSZ)? If you have not look it up? Consider what would
occur if the zone had a major shift…how would impact goods and services being
moved on the rivers? These are all threat considerations….
Instructions: At
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