POLARIS Maritime specialises in providing innovative solutions to a wide range of security problems and offers a range of services including armed protection teams for commercial ships and private yachts transiting the Indian Ocean and Gulf of Guinea, port security assessment and consultancy, hijack negotiation support for ship operators and their insurers, contingency response services for maritime safety and security training .
We are currently deploying extremely cost effective-
Specialist Individual Bridge Consutants
Armed Security Team- 3 Operators (Ex UK Military)
Armed Security Team - UK Team Leader and Ex Gurkha operators
Due to the increasing risk of armed robbery and piracy in many parts of the world and in particular the High Risk Areas, the IMO has issued MSC’s, recommendations and guidance to reduce the risk of such incidents. POLARIS can provide additional services which meet these recommendations to assist the company and the vessels that may have to pass through High Risk Areas, these services additionl to onboard security, include:
Current Devoloping Risk Area
West Africa- Gulf of Guinea
Polaris provides integrated counter piracy solutions for West Africa including providing highly experienced unarmed team leaders who work in conjunction with the relevant West African national
armed forces. By providing a critical liaison between the Master of the vessel and the local armed forces, we deliver guidance on delivering the international Code of Conduct as well as
understanding what is required when operating on a commercial vessel.
Each West African country has specific Rules and Regulations, our teams will ensure every task receives detailed planning in order to meet your requirements and the national rules &
regulations ensuring a competitive price and quality of service at all times
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The Maritime Liaison Office (MARLO) |
| The Maritime Liaison Office (MARLO) mission is to facilitate the exchange of information between the United States Navy, Combined Maritime Forces, and the commercial maritime community. |
NATO Shipping Centre |
| -is the link between NATO naval forces and the merchant shipping community. Permanently manned by NATO, the NSC is the primary point of contact for the exchange of merchant shipping information |
The UK Maritime Trade Operation (UKMTO) |
| The UKMTO office in Dubai acts as the primary point of contact for merchant vessels and liaison with military forces in the region. It is formed from dedicated 24 hour team from the ROYAL NAVY . |
Maritime Situational Awareness for ship and yacht masters, CSOs, DPAs and relevant authorities to enhance security and safety at sea.