Maritime Security Initiatives Post 9-11: Cost And Implications To The Port Sector

This paper discusses maritime security in the context of post 9-11 security framework and provides an overview of recent measures put in place to boost port, security. It
assesses the implementation of initiatives taken by the international maritime community to address the risks and challenges arising from the current security realities. The paper also looks at some of the problems and pertinent issues related to complying with port security measures. It evaluates the implications that compliance with the security
measures have had on ports from a cost-benefit analysis and risk management perspective.