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Antigua & Barbuda Port Authority Nova Port Cup of the Year Award 2015
Successful Practices – Competitive Port Security
22nd -24th Feb, Col. Fl.
The Port Authority falls within the portfolio of the
Minister of Finance and Corporate Governance who is also the Prime Minister of Antigua & Barbuda.
Chairman-Hon. Sen. Maryclare Hurst Commissioners (5) Board Secretary Executive Management
Port of Antigua & Barbuda
Corporate Governance Structure
LEADING CHANGE
Sustainability Organizational Development
KNOWLEDGE
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
STRATEGY
LEADERSHIP & VISION
Port of Antigua & Barbuda
Corporate Governance Platform
Agencies / Departments
/Committees
Port Security Responsibility
Designated Authority (DA) A committee chaired by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs. It comprises of heads of various agencies with a LE
responsibility. It approves Port Security Plans, Provides Maritime
Security oversight and sets maritime security levels.
Maritime Safety and Security
Committee
The principal advisor to the DA. It is a technical committee comprising of
members from various LE agencies.
Antigua and Barbuda Port
Authority
Manages the government’s owned port facilities. The PFSO is employed
by the Port Authority. Guard force is outsourced to a private company.
Antigua Department of Marine
Services (ADOMS)
Regulates ships that are registered under the Antigua and Barbuda flag
Antigua and Barbuda Defence
Force Coast Guard
Provide waterside security
Immigration Passenger Screening
Customs Cargo Screening
Police Maintaining Law and Order
Organization of Drug and
Money Laundering Control
Policy (ONDCP)
Counter Drug and Money Laundering Responses
Antigua & Barbuda Security & Safety Maritime Architecture
1000ventures.com
Regulatory
Compliance
APA Security
Framework
Security of the
Port’s Facility
(Assets &
Infrastructure)
Security of 4
Certified Ports
Security of the
Supply Chain
APA Security Framework
Deep Water Harbour
Heritage Quay
Nevis St. Pier WIOC Offshore Terminal
Northwest Coast
Role of the Antigua Port Authority in Safety
and Security Framework
(Cruise Ship Facility)
Cruise Ship Facility
Commercial Facility
St. John’s Harbour
Harbour Overlay
Fisheries Complex
Ferry/Tour Operations
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Port Authority
Security
Antigua & Barbuda
Defense Force (Coast Guard)
Government
Ministries
Designated Authority
Port Private Security
Company
Port Staff &
Trade Unions
Port Agents Importers
Customs, Police
Immigration &
Port Health
Port Security Environment
Navigational Safety & Security in St. John’s Harbor
Establishment of Channel Markers & Range Markers in the Harbor
Established all aids to navigation for the Harbor.
Conducted dredging and continued maintenance of the harbor.
Factors that Underpin Competitive Port Security
Adoms (Antigua & Barbuda Department of Marine Services)
Efficient Maritime Administration.
Adherence to the regulatory framework
Knowledge of the changes in the global maritime environment
A deep understanding of the existing risks in the maritime space.
Recruitment Trained and experienced management team.
Recruitment and training of qualified personnel.
Effective Performance Measurement Framework.
Continued training and development
Technology and innovation
ICT development to facilitate service support.
Creativity, flexibility and adaptability to change.
A system of controls and quality assurance.
Approach Taken For ISPS Compliance
Implementation Process Port Facility vulnerability assessment. Establishment of a Port Facility Security Plan Appointed a PFSO to manage and maintain the Plan. Established public signage of the security level of the Port.
Training & Partnership Collaborate with the local Coastguard in Patrols and surveillance of the harbor. Training of the Guard Force in ISPS awareness & Port procedures. Enhancing security awareness to Port staff. Endorsed Training Providers (PFSO courses)
Compliance Measures Enhanced public access controls. Enhanced the security of the perimeter fence. Implement control measures for non-compliant ISPS ships Review procedures for compliance and audit by Designated Authority. Continued training and development of the Ports Security Mgmt. team.
Signage - Complementing Safety and Security
Approach Taken To Enhance Cruise Security &
Safety
Navigation and Berthing Engaged an additional tug– enhanced capacity Risk reduction in the berthing of ships. Trained Captain and crew.
Cruise Ship Operations Participated in capacity building training on Risk Management for Tourism
Destinations . Conducted drills on disaster management in collaboration with NODS. Awareness of Marsec. Level
Cruise Ship – Passengers Increased Police Patrols in the passenger landing area Require advance passenger information for cruise ships. Separate berthing of cruise ships. Security Guards -Passenger processing facilities .
Approach Taken To Enhance Cargo Security &
Safety
Consultant retained to conduct Risk Analysis of the environment
Implementation of SOLAS Verified Gross Mass (VGM)
Verification of measurement instrument by the Bureau of Standards.
Issuance of VGM certificate
Management of Marine Staff man-hours.
Management of equipment operators man-hours.
Risk Management Practices for Port Security on
the Port’s Facility.
Risks Controls Installation of security cameras at various points to enhance
coverage.
Implement for the wearing of protective wear by all staff.
Conduct back ground checks and obtain Police Record for registered Port users..
Access Control Issue Port ID with expiration date to all staff & registered port users
Port users perimeters of engagement defined
Manned (24-7) entrance and exit.
Compliance Enforcement Revoke IDs when Port users are non-compliant with the Port’s policy.
Partner with the Customs Department in risk mitigation.
Approach Taken To Enhance Cargo Handling
Safety
Establishment of protocols for cargo handling
Conduct container and lcl cargo inspections
Conduct public awareness of hazardous cargo.
Realignment of the warehouse layout – certification area.
Conducting daily review of all cargo delivery vouchers.
The establishment of Port security personnel in the warehouse.
Terrorism Drugs Trafficking
Shipping Incidents
Natural Disasters
Violations of Customs Law
Traditional Threats
Pilferage
Enhancement Strategies of the Future Maritime Environment
Human Resource Development Scholarships (17) in various maritime discipline at CMI.
Continued training and development of marine staff.
Increased staff and public awareness of current and emerging career
opportunities in the sector.
Strategic Alliances Government Agencies & national, regional and international
Institutions of learning.
Caribbean Maritime Institute (CMI)
Organization of American States (OAS)
Port Management Association of the Caribbean (PMAC).
Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).
Caribbean Shipping Association (CSA).
Carriers, Trade Unions, Chamber of Commerce.
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Income / Expense Operating Comparative Analysis
Jan 1st – December 31st 2013-2016
Income / Expense Ratio
Jan 1st – December,31st 2014-2016
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Operating Expense Ratio (OER) 2013-2016
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Positive Out comes
Competitive Port Security Environment
Maritime Management Enhanced confidence & predictability in the maritime environment.
Increased berthing capacity for larger cruise vessels.
Enhanced capacity to deliver bunkering services.
Financial Management Performance Improved efficiencies in financial performance of the Port.
Improved controls in the operating environment.
Increased Customs Revenue Collection
Reduced claims settlement – pilferage & damages
Risk Management
Increased awareness of the role of security by staff & port users.
Enhanced capabilities in the management of risks.
Improved collaboration with key stakeholders. Benchmark against best practices
Conclusion
Antigua and Barbuda recognizes its unique position as a
contracting party, a flag state, a port state, and a coastal state,
and is committed to paying particular attention to all of its
obligations for safety and security under the 10 Mandatory IMO
Instruments as well as all other conventions that it is a signatory.
The Antigua & Barbuda Port Authority is committed to pursuing
the goals, ideals and best practices established by the
international maritime community in order to contribute in
achieving the overall objective of having a safe and competitive
port.