Entries by Al McDougall

Baltimore and Lessons Learned

The tragic event in Baltimore, while rare, is something that we should be paying close attention to. While it will take time for investigators to build and flush out the timelines of events, identify root causes, and communicate those publicly, we owe it to those affected to take the time and look to prevent future […]

Port of Baltimore Incident

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of those involved in the tragic allision with the Key Bridge in Baltimore, USA. Our respect and admiration to those who responded to the events.  We encourage those following the event to let those responding to its immediate and indirect effects have the time to conduct […]

Website Evolution

The International Association of Maritime Security Professionals (the Association) will be taking steps to improve its website over the 2024 year. With over a decade supporting its members and those interested in maritime security, the Association is taking this step to remain in step with, and slightly ahead of, some of the major changes coming […]

Project Support

The International Association of Maritime Security Professionals (the Association) is pleased to announce that it will support the “Helping Coastal Communities Prepare” project currently underway in central Nova Scotia, Canada. This project, initiated by an Association member, focuses on improving the resources available to residents who have faced significant challenges over the past two years […]

Newsletter Launch

The International Association of Maritime Security Professionals (the Association) is pleased to announce the launch of its bi-monthly newsletter focusing on association news and evolving maritime security issues. This newsletter will look at emerging trends in technology, changes in naval conflict, and the impacts of climate change on the overall maritime security environment. The newsletter […]