The Secure Chain. Interactions Among Supply Chain Members Can Ensure Security

This article discusses the many threats involved in the global waterborne shipment of goods. There are many risks involved that include smuggling, pilfering and damage. The risks do not just come from people but also from heavy storms and winds that can cause cargo contamination and spoilage. Shipping companies shared these concerns prior to the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States. Transnational threats are not new but today come with new concerns about security threats. Conveyance being used without knowledge of the cargo owner or carrier to deliver a weapon of mass destruction or to further terrorist activity raises concern. A secure supply chain program is essential for the protection against disruptions that can be felt around the world. This article looks into the supply chain and points out specific areas that should be focused on to provide a safe and secure supply chain.

• Record URL:
  http://uscg.mil/proceedings/archive/2011/Vol68_No4_Wint2011-12.pdf
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• Authors:
  • Barone, Anthony
• Publication Date: 2011

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Print
• Features: Figures; Photos;
• Pagination: pp 6, 8-10
• Serial:
  • Coast Guard Journal of Safety & Security at Sea, Proceedings of the Marine Safety & Security Council
  • Volume: 68
  • Issue Number: 4
  • Publisher: U.S. Coast Guard
  • Serial URL: http://www.uscg.mil/proceedings/

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Cargo ships; Security; Shipments; Smuggling; Supply chain management; Terrorism
• Subject Areas: Marine Transportation; Security and Emergencies; I72: Traffic and Transport Planning;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01363021
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Feb 17 2012 8:31AM